The undefeated prospect Omari “Banger” Jones (4-0-0, 4 KOs) faces fellow unbeaten contender Jerome “Thoroughbred” Baxter (7-0-0, 3 KOs) in a 6-round super welterweight (154 lb) bout on the undercard of the Zuffa Boxing debut event (headlined by Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz). This matchup pits Jones’ explosive knockout power and Olympic pedigree against Baxter’s patient, technical style and regional experience. As part of Dana White’s inaugural Zuffa Boxing card, the fight adds excitement to a stacked night, with both fighters aiming to advance their perfect records in a competitive division.
Fight Details
Undercard/prelims begin around 6:00 p.m. ET (3:00 p.m. PT); main card at 9:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. PT). Ringwalk estimated at 10:00–11:00 p.m. ET depending on progression.
Venue: Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
TV Broadcast: DAZN (live streaming worldwide for the full card).
How to Watch: Live on DAZN (subscription required); event streams from the Fontainebleau with undercard bouts leading into the main event.
Fighter Records and Background
Omari “Banger” Jones: 4-0-0 (4 KOs). Age: 23 (born November 7, 2002). Height: 5’11” (180 cm). Reach: N/A. Stance: Orthodox. Nationality: American (Orlando, Florida). A 2024 Paris Olympic bronze medalist (welterweight), Jones turned pro in 2025 and has started with four straight stoppages, showcasing elite amateur skills translated to pro power (100% KO rate). Ranked regionally and seen as a future star with Top Rank ties.
Jerome “Thoroughbred” Baxter: 7-0-0 (3 KOs). Age: 31 (born August 10, 1994). Height: 5’9″ (175 cm). Reach: N/A. Stance: Orthodox. Nationality: American (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania). A regional veteran with a patient, technical approach, Baxter has built his record steadily since debuting in 2022, with wins including a September 2025 unanimous decision over Nelson Morales. Known for durability and fundamentals, he’s 7-0 but faces a significant step-up.
Recent Form
Both fighters enter unbeaten, but Jones’ rapid rise contrasts Baxter’s more measured progression.
Omari Jones Last 4 Fights (all pro bouts):
Nov 1, 2025: W TKO-3 vs. Yusuph Metu (Caribe Royale, Orlando) – Stoppage win.
Jul 19, 2025: W KO-3 vs. Alfredo Rodolfo Blanco (Ford Center at The Star, Frisco) – Quick finish.
Apr 12, 2025: W KO-1 vs. William Jackson (Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City) – Dominant early stoppage.
Mar 15, 2025: W TKO-2 vs. Alessio Mastronunzio (Caribe Royale, Orlando) – Pro debut victory.
Jones is 4-0 (all wins by KO/TKO), averaging under 3 rounds per fight with perfect finishing rate
.Jerome Baxter Last 5 Fights:
Sep 27, 2025: W UD-6 vs. Nelson Morales – Unanimous decision win.
Jul 2025: W vs. Alfred Raymond (decision).
Mar 2025: W vs. Rey Barrera Sarasola (decision).
Apr 2024: W vs. Ivan Dancha (decision).
Earlier: Wins including debut and regional bouts.
Baxter is 7-0 overall, with recent fights trending decisions (lower KO rate at 43%), showing control but less flash.
Injury Report
No reported injuries for either fighter as of January 20, 2026. Jones has no known setbacks in his short pro career. Baxter also appears fully fit with consistent activity. Both cleared pre-fight medicals; monitor weigh-ins for any late issues.
Fighter Matchups
This 6-round super welterweight bout features Jones’ explosive power and Olympic-honed skills against Baxter’s technical patience and durability. Jones’ height advantage (5’11” vs. 5’9″) aids reach, while Baxter’s experience could frustrate early aggression.
Striking: Jones (100% KO rate) overwhelms with speed/power combos. Baxter uses volume and counters. Advantage: Jones in early exchanges; Baxter if it extends.
Pace/Cardio: Jones’ finishes suggest high output; Baxter has gone 6 rounds recently. Jones’ youth favors aggression.
X-Factor: Jones’ amateur pedigree vs. Baxter’s pro experience; venue in Las Vegas neutral, but Jones’ Florida base adds motivation.
Jones ranked higher regionally; Baxter brings veteran savvy.
Fight History
This is the first professional meeting between Jones and Baxter—no prior bouts or amateur encounters. Both enter unbeaten, making it a high-risk prospect test.
FIGHT ODDS
Omari Jones – 350
Jerome Baxte + 200
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 23, 2025
