50/50 fight. I lean towards Stanionis because Ive seen Ennis momentarily hurt and he doesn't have the best defence.
I think Ennis simply has too many layers for Stan, whom I rate quite highly (I'm something of a Stan "stan"). That said, I don't see Ennis or anyone else for that matter walking through the sturdy Lithuanian. He's too disciplined, defensively responsible, and quietly skilled (particularly on the inside).
Stanionis beats and runs through Ennis. Based on what I remember seeing vs Antuanne Russell in their 3 amateurs fights, Pressure and Rough House Tactics/Inside Fighting gave him major problems. Due to quality of opponents as a pro so far, haven't really been Relentlessly Pressured or Force to stand and fight on the Inside. Stanionis is going to be in his chest, possibly stop Ennis. I think Gary Antuanne Russel beats him up in the Pros as well.
It’s interesting if Stanionis can take the power. He’ll be there for every bodyshot Ennis throws and will be in some measure absorbing everything else. I think it’s the fight to make next. Winner should get a title shot.
Ennis. Easily. Stanionis is solid and he's doing everything well but he lacks some special talent or attribute.
I like Stanionis, but I have to pick Ennis here - he's just too good I think, which is high praise as Stanionis is a fine fighter too.
I've been impressed with Stan for awhile too. He could win a strap. Boots has more layers and explosiveness. Stan won't get muxh attention because he isn't flashy. Extremely tough, solid fighter. Boots' potential is much higher so I believe he wins it.
Competative. Ennis still has that vulnerability against guys that can apply pressure. Stanionis will press and will wow the crowd with his success to the body, but Ennis will use lots of agility to swim without getting wet and will catch Stanionis with something huge late in the fight. Ennis TKO8 in a hard fight. Tough deal for Ennis because styles make fights. I've watched this guy for a while now and know he had potential but i also know his weaknesses