After a long layoff and months of speculation, Jermall Charlo has officially returned to the ring — and he’s reminding everyone why he’s still one of the most dangerous fighters in the game. With a dominant performance in his comeback bout, Charlo showed off what many fans and analysts have called the best jab in boxing — sharp, fast, powerful, and precise.

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A Statement Return

Fighting for the first time since June 2021, Jermall Charlo (33-0, 22 KOs) stepped back under the bright lights and didn’t miss a beat. Facing a hungry and durable opponent, Charlo controlled the fight from the opening bell, using his jab like a sniper rifle — keeping distance, breaking rhythm, and setting up big shots.

“I told y’all — I never left mentally. I was just recharging. Now I’m back to take over,” Charlo said in the post-fight interview.

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The jab was the story of the night. Whether it was snapping his opponent’s head back, disrupting combinations, or setting up power punches, Charlo’s lead hand dictated every second of the action.

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Boxing’s Most Underrated Weapon

The boxing world has long praised Charlo’s jab, but after this performance, even the doubters had to admit it: Jermall Charlo may have the best jab in the entire sport.

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Veteran trainer Teddy Atlas tweeted:

“Charlo’s jab isn’t just a weapon. It’s a game plan. He beats guys with one hand — that’s special.”

Fans on social media went wild, with highlights of his jab going viral. Clips showed him popping the shot with speed, accuracy, and near-perfect timing — freezing his opponent and controlling the pace round after round.

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What’s Next for Charlo?

With the rust now officially shaken off, the big question is: Who’s next? Names like David Benavídez, Demetrius Andrade, and even Canelo Álvarez are floating around — and Charlo made it clear he’s ready for all comers.

“Line them up,” he said. “I want legacy fights. I want to unify. And I’m not ducking nobody.”

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Conclusion

Jermall Charlo didn’t just return — he sent a message to the entire middleweight and super middleweight divisions. With a jab that could win fights on its own and the power to finish when needed, Charlo is officially back in the conversation as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the game.

Best jab in the business? After this performance, it’s hard to argue otherwise.