HIGHLIGHTS
In one of the most anticipated boxing events of the year, Vergil Ortiz Jr. is set to face Erickson Lubin in a high-stakes, non-title fight that promises to be a thrilling encounter. The victor will not only claim the WBC interim title in the 154-pound category but also earn the opportunity for a showdown with Jaron “Boots” Ennis.
- Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Erickson Lubin clash in a high-stakes 154-pound showdown with WBC interim title implications and future opportunities on the line
- The Fort Worth card features multiple compelling matchups including undefeated prospects and experienced contenders across several weight classes
- Fight fans can access the entire evening of boxing action through streaming platform with full card coverage from Texas
The match takes place at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
Date, Time, and Viewing Details
The main event features Ortiz Jr., who will be competing in his home state, against the seasoned contender Lubin in a junior middleweight battle with major title ramifications. The 154-pound division is rapidly becoming one of boxing’s most exciting categories. Alongside Ortiz Jr. and Ennis, notable fighters like world champion Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman are poised to make significant impacts in the coming year.
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Time: 8pm ET
- Venue: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, TX
- Broadcast: DAZN (subscription required)
Sources reveal that Ennis and his promoter, Eddie Hearn, plan to attend the event in Texas on Saturday evening. After the fight, Ennis is expected to enter the ring for a face-off with the winner, setting the stage for their anticipated future matchup.
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Main Event: Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin
The headliner pits Ortiz Jr., fighting in his home state of Texas, against the experienced Lubin in a junior middleweight clash that carries significant championship implications. The 154-pound division has become the newest glamour weight class in boxing. In addition to Ortiz Jr. and Ennis, world champion Sebastian Fundora, Keith Thurman and others are lingering with the chance to make a serious splash over the next year.
Reports indicate Ennis and his promoter Eddie Hearn will be present in Texas on Saturday night. The plans are for Ennis to climb into the ring and to do a stareoff with the winner.
The hope–at least from Hearn (Matchroom) and Oscar De La Hoya (Golden Boy) is that Ortiz takes care of business to set up a money fight with Ennis. Lubin could upset the apple cart with an upset.
Ortiz-Lubin Full Fight Card
The complete lineup features several intriguing matchups across multiple weight divisions:
- Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KO) vs. Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) – Junior Middleweight
- Darius “DFG” Fulghum (14-1, 12 KOs) vs. David “Dynamite” Stevens (15-2, 10 KOs)
- Amari “The Reaper” Jones (14-0, 12 KOs) vs. Shady Gamhour
- Joshua “Rocket” Edwards (4-0, 4 KOs) vs. Zeno Vooris – heavyweight
- Eric Priest (16-0, 8 KOs) vs. Esneiker Correa (16-6-2, 14 KOs) – 8-round middleweight
- Robin Safar (18-0, 13 KOs) vs. Derick Miller Jr. (18-0, 10 KOs) – 10-round cruiserweight (undefeated vs. undefeated)
- Javier Meza (4-0, 2 KOs) vs. Joshua Garcia (3-4-1, 2 KOs) – 6-round super lightweight
- Sam Castellanos (3-0, 2 KOs) – opponent TBA
- Figo Gonzalez (9-0-1, 4 KOs) vs. Oziel Aradillas (6-4, 4 KOs) – 6-round super bantamweight
Ortiz-Lubin Take Center Stage This Weekend
The Ortiz-Lubin fight is the biggest thing happening in combat sports this weekend. The UFC has another small card on hand, so there will be a good number of eyes on the DAZN card. I’ll have a results piece and breakdown on Saturday night or early Sunday morning.
