Eddie Hearn believes there is an “80%” chance that Jaron “Boots” Ennis and Josh Kelly will meet in a three-belt junior middleweight unification fight before the end of 2026. November or December remain under consideration, although Hearn ruled out December 12.

“I think it’s 80% likely Josh Kelly and Boots will happen in November or December of this year. No [it’s not being planned for Dec. 12],” Hearn said in footage shared by Everything Boxing on X.

Putting a percentage on the fight suggests negotiations have advanced beyond the exploratory stage. Hearn has discussed this pairing since July, but Kelly’s successful IBF title defense against…

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