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Vergil Ortiz’s coach Robert Garcia gives verdict on Jaron Ennis vs Sebastian Fundora: “He can hurt him”

World-renowned trainer Robert Garcia has shared his thoughts on a potential fight between and . Ennis registered a Performance of the Year candidate when he dethroned Xander Zayas to claim the unified WBA and WBO super-welterweight titles in June. ‘Boots’…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 7:01 PM
Vergil Ortiz’s coach Robert Garcia gives verdict on Jaron Ennis vs Sebastian Fundora: “He can hurt him”
Key Things to Know
  • Trainer Robert Garcia stated Jaron Ennis has the skills and power to hurt Sebastian Fundora early.
  • Garcia advised Ennis to seek a quick head-start rather than allowing Fundora to find rhythm late.
  • Jaron Ennis holds the unified WBA and WBO super-welterweight titles after dethroning Xander Zayas.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Trainer Robert Garcia has offered his tactical assessment of a potential undisputed super-welterweight fight between Jaron Ennis and Sebastian Fundora. Garcia advised that Ennis should target Fundora early to hurt him and secure a quick finish, warning that allowing the bout to reach the later rounds could lead to trouble as Fundora gains rhythm.

Ennis, the unified WBA and WBO titleholder following his June victory over Xander Zayas, is expected to face IBF champion Josh Kelly in January. Meanwhile, Fundora recently made his fourth defense of the WBC belt by stopping Ermal Hadribeaj, with a potential four-belt unification bout looming ahead.

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