Saturday’s IBF 154-pound title fight between Bakhram Murtazaliev and Josh Kelly plays a central role in that picture. Eddie Hearn, who promotes both Ennis and Kelly, has confirmed that Kelly has already agreed to face Ennis in his first title defence if he wins. Either outcome places Ennis in a clear title position without relying on a separate set of talks to conclude. Kelly, on the other hand, offers a technical, slick style that would test Ennis’s ability to cut off the ring. If Ennis and Ortiz eventually meet, the bout will still draw attention.