Jaron Ennis called for a showdown with Vergil Ortiz Jr after defeating Uisma Lima in the opening round in Philadelphia.
Ennis (35-0, 31 KOs) dropped Lima (14-2, 10 KOs) three times before referee Shawn Clark stopped the fight.
Ennis made his debut at super welterweight after relinquishing his IBF and WBA welterweight crowns.
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Author's summary: Ennis wins by knockout in round one.