The intersection of sports entertainment, social media influence, and high fashion is reaching a fever pitch in New York.
As boxing fans descend upon Brooklyn for the highly anticipated, undefeated mega-fight between Xander Zayas and Jaron “Boots” Ennis, a fresh face will be guiding global audiences through the action.
Stunning swimsuit model and digital influencer Lauren Blake Boultier has officially been named as an on-screen host for broadcaster DAZN, stepping directly into the bright lights of sports broadcasting at the Barclays Center.
For Boultier, who has spent years building a massive digital footprint through fitness, fashion, and modeling campaigns, this career pivot is less of a sudden shift and more of a homecoming.
Speaking passionately about her lifelong connection to combat sports, the influencer revealed that her love for the sweet science runs deep.
“I’ve been a boxing fan my whole life. So I’ve seen all the greats,” Lauren shared in an exclusive sit-down. “I’ve seen Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather, and I would just go as a fan. And then when DAZN reached out to me—they saw my stuff online, my hosting experience—it was an easy yes, let’s just say!”
Stepping in front of millions of live television viewers would terrify most people, but Boultier is uniquely conditioned for high-pressure environments.
Having graced numerous high-profile swimwear runways and lit up international fashion shows, she insists that walking the runway is actually far more nerve-wracking than anchoring a premier sports broadcast.
“I’d say definitely the catwalk [is harder],” she admitted with a smile. “Being live on TV is fun for me. I mean, it’s just so natural.
I love the sport. I love what I do. I love talking to the fans and the fighters and covering it.”
That innate comfort in front of the camera is exactly what caught the attention of DAZN executives.
In an era where sports networks are actively seeking multi-talented broadcasters who can seamlessly bridge the gap between traditional media and younger, social-media-savvy audiences, Boultier represents the modern ideal of a sports anchor.
“It just feels like you’re in the moment,” she added.
“I’m there as a professional and as a fan. So, the catwalk stuff is definitely a little bit more pressure. And it’s all fun at the end of the day. I wouldn’t do it if it wasn’t fun for me.”
When Boultier takes the microphone at the Barclays Center, she will be anchoring a fight card carrying massive historical implications for the 154-pound division.
The main event features a mouth-watering, champion-vs-champion clash as 23-year-old Puerto Rican phenom Xander Zayas defends his unified WBA and WBO super-welterweight world titles against the terrifyingly talented 28-year-old Jaron “Boots” Ennis.
Both men enter the squared circle putting pristine, undefeated records on the line.
Boultier provided an expert breakdown of the stylistic matchup, highlighting the distinct contrast in how both fighters approach the sweet science.
“We have two undefeated fighters that both have a lot to lose,” Lauren analyzed. “You have on one hand, Zayas who is the younger unified champion. He’s technically sharp.
He is disciplined, he is polished. And then you have Boots on the other hand who I think is a little bit more naturally gifted. I think that he is the more dangerous fighter.”
When pressed for a definitive prediction, the newly appointed host remained professional, though she admitted one fighter holds a slight edge in her eyes. “I’m not going to pick a side.
I am maybe leaning a little bit more towards Boots, but I think that Zayas is definitely gonna make him work for it. Let’s just say that.”
The Race for Boxing’s Next Global Superstar
The stakes in Brooklyn extend far beyond unified championship gold.
With the sport searching for its next transcendent pay-per-view attraction following the shifting landscapes of the pay-per-view market, the winner of Zayas vs. Ennis will instantly catapult into global superstardom, rivaling the cultural draw of names like Ryan Garcia.
The undercard itself is stacked with emerging elite talent looking to capture the same spotlight.
Boultier highlighted one particular young gun on the DAZN broadcast whom she believes is destined for the top tier of the sport.
“I would say Garcia is definitely up and rising,” Lauren agreed when discussing boxing’s current marquee draws.
“Even the one on the card for the fight this Saturday—I think that Emiliano Vargas is gonna be next up too. I have a lot of high hopes for him as well.”
As sports streaming platforms like DAZN continue to innovate their presentation style, bringing in diverse, knowledgeable, and highly engaging hosts like Lauren Blake Boultier ensures that the sport remains vibrant, glamorous, and accessible.
When the bell rings in Brooklyn, all eyes will be on the fighters—but Boultier will be the one setting the stage for an unforgettable night of championship boxing.