He appeared in the UTMA ring for the first time at the 13th organization tournament. At that time, just Eimantas’ name and the motive of returning to Lithuania helped fill the Kaunas “Žalgiris” arena to capacity.
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The unforgettable evening also became special for him personally. The former WBC super welterweight titleholder stepped into the ring against South African representative Jabulani Makhense.
Then, after a long and exhausting 10-round fight, the judges’ decision raised the hand of 32-year-old E. Stanionis. After the bout, the Kaunas native said that after losing to Jaron Ennis, he had lost his love for this sport.
- On April 12, 2025, E. Stanionis lost the WBA super welterweight champion belt in a fight against J. Ennis. At that time, the Lithuanian lost in the sixth round after a white towel was thrown into the ring.
It seems that the love has returned. One of the best Lithuanian boxers of all time will be seen again at the UTMA 20 tournament, which will take place on October 24 in Vilnius. The 172 cm fighter himself confirmed this at a press conference organized by the organization.
The fight will take place at “UTMA 19” on September 26 at the Kaunas “Žalgiris” arena, the opponent is still unknown, but it is emphasized that he is in the final stage.
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