In just a few hours, Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis will step into the ring to defend his IBF title and attempt to claim Eimantas Stanionis‘ WBA belt. Nearly three years after Errol Spence Jr. last unified titles in the welterweight division, boxing fans are finally being treated to another high-stakes clash between two reigning champions. While it might not be a mega-draw on paper, the implications of this fight are significant, and the outcome is sure to reverberate across the division.
The spotlight is firmly on the Ennis-Stanionis unification headliner, but that’s not the only attraction on this Matchroom-DAZN card. Stacked with action-packed matchups, the undercard promises to deliver edge-of-your-seat entertainment. In another welterweight bout, WBA number one contender Shakhram Giyasov will go up against Franco Maximiliano Ocampo in a ten-round showdown. Raymond Ford returns to face Thomas Mattice. And just a month after making his professional debut, Olympian Omari Jones will be back in action for his second pro bout. With such a packed event, fans are naturally curious: how much are the top-tier fighters earning tonight?
Jaron Ennis vs. Eimantas Stanionis fight purse
Exact figures are always hard to pin down. But based on estimates from multiple credible sources, it appears Jaron Ennis could earn somewhere around $2.5 million for tonight’s unification bout. As the A-side and the headliner, it’s no surprise that his payout significantly exceeds that of his opponent.
ENNIS STANIONIS
Atlantic City, NJ #EnnisStanionis | April 12 | Live on DAZN pic.twitter.com/rEsC7QoWTO
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) April 10, 2025
Eimantas Stanionis, meanwhile, may take home around $1.8 million. It’s still a sizeable figure and probably a career-high payday. For Ennis, this represents a clear step up. Just five months ago, Ennis defended his title against Karen Chukhadzhian. From a total purse of $2 million, the bout helped him earn roughly $1.3 million.
It’s important to remember that these base figures are subject to change, especially once PPV revenue is factored in. According to ‘Sporty Salaries,’ Ennis is entitled to 65% of the PPV share. If the fight reaches approximately 800,000 buys, Ennis’ initial $750,000 purse could balloon to $3.7 million. Stanionis, with a reported 35% PPV share and a base purse of $425,000, may walk away with close to $1.5 million.
What is Ray Ford vs. Thomas Mattice’s salary?
One of the most anticipated undercard matchups features Raymond Ford facing off against Thomas Mattice. Ford made headlines last year with his dramatic late-round victory over Otabek Kholmatov. The performance earned 2024’s ‘Fight of the Year’ honor. Reportedly, the Ford-Mattice match for the super featherweight WBA Continental North America title may not feature on pay-per-view.
Raymond Ford vs Thomas Mattice added to #EnnisStanionis card https://t.co/9VT0jusDGi pic.twitter.com/IXPYE0YEWU
— Thrill Boxing Magazine (@ThrillBoxing) March 14, 2025
According to reports, Raymond Ford is set to earn $225,000, while Thomas Mattice will pocket $125,000. It’s an important fight for both men. Ford, who suffered a split-decision loss to Nick Ball after his win over Kholmatov, bounced back with a solid performance against Orlando Gonzalez on the Ennis-Chukhadzhian card, taking home about $150,000 for that fight. For Mattice, this marks a return after a controversial loss to Eduardo Hernandez last September.
Between the high-stakes main event and the loaded undercard, tonight’s Matchroom-DAZN card offers a mix of prestige and payout. The fighters have much to prove and much to gain.
Who’s your pick for the win – Ennis or Stanionis? Ford or Mattice?
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