Dsalita J’Hon Ingram, a talented lightweight prospect with a perfect record of 4-0, is feeling dissatisfied with the slow progression of his boxing career and is seeking to end his contract with Mayweather Promotions. He joins a growing list of young fighters expressing frustration over inactivity under the promotional company.
Following in the footsteps of Richardson Hitchins and Jalil Hackett, who both left Mayweather Promotions for Matchroom Boxing, Ingram is eager to break free from his contract but is currently bound by it. Despite his desire to part ways, he has shown promise in the ring since making his pro debut in 2022 with three consecutive knockout victories.
In a notable exhibition match on a Floyd Mayweather undercard, Ingram showcased his skills against Kouzi Tanaka, delivering a strong performance that ended in a draw. His talent further gained attention when he sparred at the Mayweather gym, knocking down Rolando “Rolly” Romero with a counter left hook.
As frustration mounts due to a lack of fight opportunities, Ingram has taken to social media to request his release from the stagnant contract. The movement has gained traction with a FreeJhon hashtag circulating online, as Ingram speaks out about the need for active involvement in the sport.
With rumors circulating about Mayweather Promotions CEO Leonard Ellerbe potentially leaving the company for GTD, Ingram suspects this may be a factor contributing to his inactivity. As a professional boxer, his job is to fight, yet with only a handful of fighters on the promotional roster seeing action, the need for Ingram to receive fight dates is crucial for his career development.
As Mayweather Promotions has lost promising talents due to inactivity, the hope is that they will prioritize showcasing Ingram in the ring to fulfill his potential. Otherwise, the call to #FreeJhon will continue to grow louder as fans and supporters rally behind the young prospect’s quest for boxing success.
