Jarrell Miller

Miller was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. His mother is of Belizean and Irish descent, his father is of Haitian and Dominican descent.{{cite web|url=https://www.instagram.com/bigbabymiller/p/BtmAcBYBbfW/|title=I'm the definition of THE PEOPLES CHAMP|publisher=instagram.com|date=2019-02-09|access-date=2020-07-17}} He took up Muay Thai at the age of 14, as a way to defend himself after being attacked on the street.{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDx1a9VcFsE|title=Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller K-1 promo|publisher=Youtube.com|date=2012-09-06|access-date=2012-10-01}} He began boxing at the age of 16. Miller has highlighted some of his early boxing idols, including Mike Tyson and Riddick Bowe.

As an amateur boxer, Miller reached the final of the 2007 New York Golden Gloves Heavyweight tournament at the Madison Square Garden in New York, where he lost to Tor Hamer on points (4–1).{{cite web|url=http://www.saddoboxing.com/5155-golden-gloves-2.html|title=Ringside Boxing Report: NY Daily News Golden Gloves|publisher=Saddoboxing.com|access-date=2012-10-01}} Miller had an amateur record of 10–1, with 7 wins by knockout.{{Cite web|url=https://www.ringtv.com/462804-new-faces-jarrell-big-baby-miller/|title=New Faces: Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller|date=August 18, 2016}} Miller had a limited amateur career due to him being forced to turn professional as he was also a professional kickboxer.

Miller made his professional boxing debut at the age of 21 on July 18, 2009, at the Plattduetsche Park Restaurant, in Franklin Square, New York. His opponent was an experienced 36-year-old Darius Whitson in a scheduled 4-round bout.{{Cite web|url=https://www.jupitermag.com/cocktail-hour/undefeated-heavyweight-boxer-jarrell-miller-tells-jupiter-magazine-why-hes-really-just|title=Undefeated Heavyweight Boxer Jarrell Miller Tells Us Why He's Really Just A Big Teddy Bear|website=Jupiter Magazine|language=en|access-date=2017-08-18|archive-date=August 18, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170818173749/https://www.jupitermag.com/cocktail-hour/undefeated-heavyweight-boxer-jarrell-miller-tells-jupiter-magazine-why-hes-really-just}} Miller won the fight by TKO in the first round due to the ring doctor stopping the match because of a cut Darius Whitson received from an accidental headbutt. After a 22-month break from boxing, in May 2011, Miller defeated Isaac Villanueva via third-round TKO at the Roseland Ballroom in Manhattan.{{Cite news|url=https://www.ringtv.com/462804-new-faces-jarrell-big-baby-miller/|title=New Faces: Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller - The Ring|date=2016-08-18|work=The Ring|access-date=2017-08-18|language=en-US}}

Miller took another gap from boxing for 11 months, returning to the ring in April 2012 at the Cordon Bleu in Woodhaven, New York, against American boxer Donnie Crawford, stopping him 2 minutes and 38 seconds of round one. In December of that year, Miller defeated 36-year-old Tyrone Gibson at the Roseland Ballroom.

On January 19, 2013, Miller was in a scheduled 4-round bout against 22-year-old up-and-comer Joey Dawejko (7–1–1, 3 KOs) at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut.{{Cite web|url=http://www.proboxing-fans.com/undefeated-jarrell-miller-to-face-joey-dawejko-on-nbc-sports-fight-night-this-weekend_011713/|title=Undefeated Jarrell Miller to face Joey Dawejko on NBC Sports Fight Night this weekend|website=ProBoxing-Fans.com|date=January 18, 2013|access-date=2016-08-03}} The fight went the full 4 rounds and was ruled as a draw on all scorecards 37–37, 3 times. Miller was deducted 2 points for pushing during the fight.

In September 2013, Miller defeated Tobias Rice, when Rice failed to come out for round 3. Two months later, Miller knocked out 34-year-old Willie Chisolm in 2 rounds. In December, Miller fought 39-year-old southpaw Sylvester Barron (8–2, 3 KOs). Miller outclassed Barron in the scheduled 6-round fight, knocking him down once in round 1 and again in round 2 before referee Benjy Esteves Jr. stopped the fight.{{Cite web|url=http://www.topclassboxing.co.uk/Fight_Report/Brooklyn_Brawl_Recap.html|title=Brooklyn Brawl Recap!!!|website=topclassboxing.co.uk|access-date=2016-08-03|archive-date=August 22, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160822211845/http://www.topclassboxing.co.uk/Fight_Report/Brooklyn_Brawl_Recap.html}} In January 2014, Miller fought at the Harrah's Philadelphia in Chester, Pennsylvania, against Jon Hill (6–4, 5 KOs), winning the fight via technical knockout in round 4.

On May 5, Miller fought at the Millennium Theater in Brighton Beach, New York, against Joshua Harris, who was a last-minute replacement moving up from cruiserweight. Miller, who weighed in 50 pounds heavier, knocked out and stopped Harris inside 2 rounds. Miller was originally scheduled to fight Vincent Thompson, who had been arrested before the event for his role in six armed bank robberies.{{Cite web|url=http://www.federalwaymirror.com/news/256421051.html|title=Federal Way professional boxer charged in connection with 'Buddy Bandits' robbery ring - Federal Way Mirror|date=April 23, 2014|access-date=2016-08-04}} This win ensured Miller would qualify for a vacant ten-round New York State Heavyweight title showdown against Derric Rossy.

Miller next fought in November against Rodricka Ray in a scheduled 6-round fight. Miller won via unanimous decision with the judges scoring in his favor 60–54, 59–55, and 59–55. On January 1, 2015, Miller fought in California for the first time since turning professional. His opponent was 35-year-old Aaron Kinch. The fight went a full 6 rounds as Miller won a shut out decision 60–54, 60–54, and 60–53.{{Cite web|url=http://tgsphoto.photoshelter.com/image/I0000_dbeT0ZpFVs|title=ESPN Friday Night Fights|website=tgsphoto.photoshelter.com|access-date=2016-08-04}}

Raymond Ochieng (26–18–3, 21 KOs) called out Miller following his win over David Rodriguez in 2014. Miller accepted and they faced off in April 2015. Miller won via first-round TKO.{{Cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2434946-jarrell-miller-calls-out-wladimir-klitschko-chris-arreola-anthony-joshua-more|title=Miller Calls out Klitschko, Arreola, Joshua, More|last=Mazique|first=Brian|website=Bleacher Report |access-date=2016-08-04}} Miller next had a scheduled fight on June 4 against 41-year-old Damon McCreary (15–4, 11 KOs).{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingnews24.com/2015/05/liu-brooklyn-paramount-theatre-to-host-boxing-event-on-june-4/|title=Jarrell Miller vs. Damon McCreary on June 4th|date=2015-05-14|access-date=2016-08-04}} Miller won the bout via 2nd round stoppage after Miller gave McCreary a beating, until he slumped through the bottom ropes, falling through helpless and defenseless in a sitting position.{{Cite web|url=http://ringtv.craveonline.com/news/391021-jarrell-big-baby-miller-impresses-on-salitas-brooklyn-brawl-card|title=Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller impresses on Salita's Brooklyn Brawl card - Ring TV|date=2015-06-04|access-date=2016-08-04|archive-date=July 31, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160731043928/http://ringtv.craveonline.com/news/391021-jarrell-big-baby-miller-impresses-on-salitas-brooklyn-brawl-card}} Miller had two more bouts in 2015, finishing the year strong, stopping Excell Holmes and Akhror Muralimov inside the distance.

Miller had his first fight of 2016 on January 23 at the Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, for the interim WBA-NABA heavyweight title against Donovan Dennis (12–2, 10 KOs). Miller defeated Dennis when the fight was called by the referee at 2:31 of the 7th round. In the post-fight interview, Miller called out then IBF champion Charles Martin, WBC champion Deontay Wilder, Unified world champion Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingnews24.com/2016/01/jarrell-miller-calls-wilder-martin-joshua|title=Jarrell Miller calls out Wilder, Martin and Joshua|date=2016-01-23|language=en-US|access-date=2016-08-04}} Miller took full distinction as NABA champion on February 1, after Shannon Briggs was stripped of the title.

It was announced that Miller, who was now ranked WBO #11, WBA #12 and IBF #15, would next fight on May 27, at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, New York against Nick Guivas (12–3–2, 9 KOs) for the vacant WBO NABO Heavyweight title, previously held by Charles Martin.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingnews24.com/2016/05/jarrell-big-baby-miller-vs-nick-guivas-may-27|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160506081647/http://www.boxingnews24.com/2016/05/jarrell-big-baby-miller-vs-nick-guivas-may-27/|archive-date=May 6, 2016|title=Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller vs Nick Guivas on May 27|date=2016-05-04|access-date=2016-08-04}} Miller kept his unbeaten run intact as he knocked out the over-matched Guivas in the 2nd-round. Miller used power shots to the body of Guivas to knock him down four times in the fight, with two of the knockdowns coming in the 1st round. Referee Dick Pakozdi stopped the fight officially at 1:26 of the 2nd round with Miller claiming the vacant title. In the post-fight interview, Miller again called out top heavyweights Wladimir Klitschko, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingnews24.com/2016/05/jarrell-miller-destroys-nick-guivas|title=Jarrell Miller destroys Nick Guivas - Boxing News|date=2016-05-28|access-date=2016-08-04}}

Salita Promotions announced that Miller would be fighting on the main event of ShoBox: The New Generation on August 19 at the outdoor Rhinos Stadium in Rochester, New York. His opponent would be his toughest test to date, seasoned veteran Fred Kassi (18–5–1, 10 KOs). Miller, determined to stop Kassi inside the distance, said, "I'm ready to put his lights out like I do everybody else. I know he's durable and a little older than me. He's a tough guy and he can take a beating. So far, he's only been stopped once. I'll be the second."{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingnews24.com/2016/06/undefeated-american-heavyweight-jarrell-miller-face-tough-veteran-fred-kassi-aug-19-showtime/|title=Jarrell Miller vs. Fred Kassi on August 19 - Boxing News|date=2016-06-30|access-date=2016-08-04}} Miller weighed in his heaviest at 296.5 pounds since turning pro.{{Cite news|url=http://www.skysports.com/boxing/news/12183/10542855/jarrell-big-baby-miller-heaviest-ever-for-fred-kassi-bout|title=Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller heaviest ever for Fred Kassi bout|work=Sky Sports|access-date=2017-09-25|language=en}} The fight only lasted three rounds, with Miller coming out on top. After the third round, Kassi complained that he had injured his right hand and did not come out for the 4th round. Kassi started well in the opening round, connecting his shots, but ultimately became a punch bag for the remainder of the fight leaning against the ropes while Miller unloaded with body shots. Miller showed off his aggressive style by stopping Kassi.{{Citation|last=HatmanStrikesBack|title=JARRELL MILLER VS FRED KASSI - "BIG BABY" STOPS KASSI IN 3!!! POST FIGHT REVIEW (NO FOOTAGE).|date=2016-08-19|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmnBzqkoKno|access-date=2017-09-25}}{{Cite news|url=http://www.boxingnewsonline.net/big-baby-jarrell-miller-forces-fred-kassi-to-quit/|title='Big Baby' Jarrell Miller forces Fred Kassi to quit - Boxing News|date=2016-08-20|work=Boxing News|access-date=2017-09-25|language=en-US|archive-date=September 25, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170925181642/http://www.boxingnewsonline.net/big-baby-jarrell-miller-forces-fred-kassi-to-quit/}}

In September 2016, Miller accused his promoter of breaching their contract. Although nothing was disclosed, rumours surfaced it was because of Miller's recent fight purses where he stated he had been underpaid. Miller started making noise in December 2016 when new WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker listed him as a potential first defence along with British boxers Hughie Fury and David Price. The news initially came when the WBO stated Parker could make a voluntary defence after mandatory challenger David Haye decided to take up a grudge match against fellow Brit Tony Bellew.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/joseph-parkers-first-defense-options-hughie-fury-jarrell-miller--111974|title=Joseph Parker's First Defense Options - Hughie Fury, Jarrell Miller|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=December 21, 2016 |access-date=2016-12-31}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxing247.com/boxing-news/david-price-wbo-parker/67054|title=David Price in the running to challenge WBO heavyweight champ Parker; Jarrell Miller, Hughie Fury also on shortlist|date=2016-12-21|access-date=2016-12-31}} Only fighting twice in 2016, Miller said that he was looking for the right opportunity.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-hoping-resolve-promotional-issues-manager-says--112164|title=Jarrell Miller Hoping to Resolve Promotional Issues, Manager Says|website=boxingscene.com|date=December 28, 2016 |access-date=2016-12-31}} Miller started calling out Joseph Parker, saying he would fight him anywhere.{{Cite news|url=http://www.ringtv.com/478878-jarrell-miller-wants-next-shot-joseph-parker-wbo-belt|title=Jarrell Miller wants next shot at Joseph Parker, WBO belt - The Ring|date=2016-12-30|newspaper=The Ring|language=en-US|access-date=2016-12-31}}{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/manager-jarrell-miller-willing-challenge-parker-new-zealand--112176|title=Manager: Jarrell Miller Willing to Challenge Parker in New Zealand|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=December 29, 2016 |access-date=2016-12-31}}{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-weigh-less-bigger-fights-manager-says--112234|title=Jarrell Miller Will Weigh Less For Bigger Fights, Manager Says - Boxing News|website=boxingscene.com|date=December 31, 2016 |access-date=2016-12-31}}

On June 27, 2017, it was announced that Miller would fight former world title challenger Gerald Washington (18–1–1, 12 KOs) on the undercard of Garcia-Broner at the Barclays Center in New York on July 25 in a 10-round bout, this was Miller's first fight back after an 11-month layoff.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/charlo-heiland-washington-miller-set-broner-garcia-card--117957|title=Charlo-Heiland, Washington-Miller Set For Broner-Garcia Card - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=June 27, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-07-03}} Miller weighed in a career high 298.8 pounds while Washington weighed 248 pounds, 9 pounds heavier than when he challenged Wilder for the WBC title in February 2017.{{Cite news|url=http://www.boxingnewsonline.net/adrien-broner-vs-mikey-garcia-official-weights|title=Adrien Broner vs Mikey Garcia: Official weights - Boxing News|date=2017-07-28|work=Boxing News|access-date=2017-07-29}} After the weigh in, the face off was tense as Miller was trash-talking Washington, who never did any trash-talking back. Miller then threw his promotional cap towards Washington as the face off was broken up.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/photos-jarrell-miller-gerald-washington-get-tense-weights--118950|title=Photos: Jarrell Miller, Gerald Washington - Get Tense at Weigh-In - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=July 28, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-07-29}}

Miller broke down Washington over 8 rounds eventually forcing the corner and referee stopping the fight. Washington had a good opening round, but Miller took control landing power shots and causing heavy punishment. Washington suffered his second consecutive stoppage loss. Stephen Espinoza, Showtime Sports general manager praised Miller and said he could soon feature on 'Showtime Championship Boxing'. Miller spoke with Showtime after the fight and called Washington a warrior, "I knew there would be a give and take in this fight. It's one thing to fight when you have stamina; it's another to fight when you're tired. I was trying to out-think him [...] Gerald was very tough. It was a very good fight that had me thinking. My power was there. I took the hard way back coming in off of a layoff. Gerald definitely pushed me and motivated me. I had to rely on my brain and my power."{{Cite news|url=http://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/20194542/jermall-charlo-demolishes-jorge-sebastian-heiland-becomes-gennady-golovkin-mandatory-challenger|title=Charlo demolishes Heiland, becomes GGG's mandatory challenger|work=ESPN.com|access-date=2017-07-30}}{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-batters-stops-gerald-washington-eight-results--118984|title=Jarrell Miller Batters, Stops Gerald Washington in Eight Rounds|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=July 29, 2017 |access-date=2017-07-30}} Miller received a $70,000 purse for the win, while Washington earned $50,000.{{Cite news|url=http://espn1005.com/archives/89162|title=Follow live: Adrien Broner vs. Mikey Garcia|access-date=2017-07-30}}

On September 24, 2017 HBO announced that Miller would appear as a co-feature alongside fellow New York fighter Daniel Jacobs on a card which would take place on November 11 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. This would be the second event at the Coliseum since it re-opened in July 2017. Prior to that date, no event had taken place there since 1986.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/daniel-jacobs-vs-luis-arias-jarrell-miller-vs-tba-on-november-11--120785|title=Daniel Jacobs vs. Luis Arias, Jarrell Miller vs. TBA on November 11 - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=September 24, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-09-25}} A day later it was revealed that 37 year old former world title challenger Mariusz Wach (33–2, 17 KOs) would be Miller's opponent for his HBO debut.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-face-mariusz-wach-hbo-debut-november-11--120843|title=Jarrell Miller to Face Mariusz Wach in HBO Debut November 11 - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=September 26, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-09-26}} Miller weighed 283.4 pounds, showing that he had lost weight rather than gain more, as he had done in his last two fights. Wach weighed a career-high 268 pounds, also making him the heaviest opponent Miller had fought.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jacobs-vs-arias-miller-vs-wach-seldin-vs-ortiz-official-weights--122307|title=Jacobs vs. Arias, Miller vs. Wach, Seldin vs. Ortiz - Official Weights - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=November 10, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-11-11}}

Miller defeated Wach by TKO in the ninth round, moving him closer to a potential world title fight. Miller had a tougher time than expected as Wach pressured him many times. The fight was stopped by the referee and Wach's corner during the ninth round due to Wach suffering a hand injury. The injury had been a problem for Wach from the early rounds but seemed to get worse to the point where Wach was no longer using his right hand from round 7, other than for just an occasional shot. With the injury, Wach was unable to hold back Miller. The ringside doctor ended the fight at 1:02 of round nine.{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-stops-mariusz-wach-nine-results--122364|title=Jarrell Miller Stops Mariusz Wach in Nine Rounds - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=November 11, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-11-16}}

In the post fight interview, Miller said, "The next fight on the table for me that makes sense is Dillian Whyte or Joseph Parker. Those 2 fights make sense to me, because who are they fighting? Parker fought Hughie Fury, who I know didn't deserve a title shot. Whyte is not a mandatory [for WBC champion Deontay Wilder]. I think Dillian Whyte should come and fight me. I'd be a good fight, and then the winner of that gets AJ or Deontay." Talking about Wach, he said, "He hit me with a couple of shots, and it hurt me. The main thing was to try and stay on his chest. I gave myself a rating of an F, because it wasn't my best performance and I was lighter.{{Cite news|url=https://www.ringtv.com/522128-jarrell-miller-wears-mariusz-wach-stops-round-nine/|title=Jarrell Miller wears down Mariusz Wach, stops him in Round 9 - The Ring|date=2017-11-11|work=The Ring|access-date=2017-11-16|language=en-US}} For the fight, Miller landed 204 of 620 punches thrown (33%), whilst Wach landed 95 of 328 (29%). Miller's debut on HBO averaged 673,000 viewers and peaked at 739,000 viewers.{{Cite news|url=http://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/21383219/daniel-jacobs-outpoints-luis-arias-return-ring|title=Jacobs easily outpoints Arias in return to ring|work=ESPN.com|access-date=2017-11-16}}{{Cite web|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jacobs-arias-peaks-765000-viewers-averages-706000-on-hbo--122448|title=Jacobs-Arias Peaks at 765,000 Viewers, Averages 706,000 on HBO - Boxing News|website=www.boxingscene.com|date=November 14, 2017 |language=en-us|access-date=2017-11-16}}

On January 24, 2018 according to an interview with Sky Sports, Miller stated his intention to fight fellow New York boxer Trevor Bryan (19-0, 13 KOs) on April 28 at the Barclays Center in New York on HBO. Miller believed he should be next in line for a world title fight.{{Cite news|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-hopes-battle-bryan-428-then-get-joshua-shot--124589|title=Jarrell Miller Hopes to Battle Bryan 4/28, Then Get Joshua Shot|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-02-07|language=en-us}} Speaking to The Ring, he said, "Yes, we are working on Trevor Bryan, but his promoter is Don King, who is not the easiest to work with."{{Cite news|url=https://www.ringtv.com/527556-jarrell-big-baby-miller-seeks-opponent-april-28/|title=Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller seeks opponent for April 28 - The Ring|date=2018-02-01|work=The Ring|access-date=2018-02-07|language=en-US}} A deal was not reached and on February 6, ESPN reported that Miller would instead fight 37 year old French contender and former world title challenger Johann Duhaupas (37–4, 24 KOs) as part of a doubleheader including Daniel Jacobs vs. Maciej Sulęcki, at the Barclays Center, in Brooklyn, New York on April 28, live on HBO.{{Cite news|url=http://www.boxingscene.com/report-jarrell-miller-vs-johann-duhaupas-on-hbo-april-28--125019|title=Report: Jarrell Miller vs. Johann Duhaupas on HBO, April 28|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-02-15|language=en-us}} Duhaupas was ranked #7 by the WBA, #8 by the WBC and #13 by the IBF at heavyweight.{{Cite web|title=Miller vs Duhaupas - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets|url=https://box.live/fights/miller-vs-duhaupas/|access-date=2021-09-20|website=Box.Live|language=en-US}} At the weight in, Miller came in at {{frac|304|1|4}} pounds, which was 21 pounds heavier than what he weighed for his previous fight. Duhaupas weighed 244.2 pounds.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jacobs-vs-sulecki-miller-vs-duhaupas-weights--127604|title=Jacobs vs. Sulecki, Miller vs. Duhaupas - Weigh-In Results|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-04-30|language=en-us}} 7,892 fans attended the event.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/hearn-on-crowd-broner-vargas-much-bigger-jacobs-sulecki--127678|title=Hearn on Crowd: Broner-Vargas Much Bigger Than Jacobs-Sulecki|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-04-30|language=en-us}} On fight night, going the 12 round distance for the first time as a professional, Miller outworked Duhaupas in a one-sided fight winning with the scores of 119–109, 119–109, and 117–111. Miller was mostly the aggressor, not allowing Duhaupas to get much offence in. Duhaupas landed clean occasionally when he did let his hands go. Miller landed 261 of 782 total punches (33.4%), 185 being power punches, compared to Duhaupas' 128 landed of his 538 (23.8%), with 67 being power shots. It was said that with the win, Miller became the WBA mandatory challenger. After the fight, Miller stated he wanted Joshua to fight him in Brooklyn.{{Cite news|url=http://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/23351071/jarrell-miller-defeats-johann-duhaupas-unanimous-decision-win-wba-world-heavyweight-title-eliminator|title=Miller tops Duhaupas in heavyweight eliminator|work=ESPN.com|access-date=2018-04-30}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-dominates-johann-duhaupas-decision-results--127652|title=Jarrell Miller Dominates Johann Duhaupas For Decision Win|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-04-30|language=en-us}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2018/4/28/17298186/jarrell-miller-handles-johann-duhaupas-over-12-rounds+&cd|title=Jarrell Miller handles Johann Duhaupas over 12 rounds|work=Bad Left Hook|access-date=2018-04-30}} The fight averaged 706,000 viewers and peaked at 834,000 on HBO.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jacobs-sulecki-peaked-874k-viewers-averaged-811k-on-hbo--127734|title=Jacobs-Sulecki Peaked at 874K Viewers, Averaged 811K on HBO|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-05-03|language=en-us}}

On June 16, 2018, the IBF ordered a final eliminator between Miller and Kubrat Pulev (25–1, 13 KOs), with a purse bid taking place on June 25. The winner would become the mandatory challenger to Anthony Joshua's IBF belt.{{Cite news|url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2018/6/16/17470088/ibf-orders-kubrat-pulev-jarrell-miller-eliminator|title=IBF orders Pulev-Miller eliminator|work=Bad Left Hook|access-date=2018-07-04}} At the purse bid, Epic Sports & Entertainment made the winning bid of $2,111,111, much higher than the $1,000,010, which was placed by Team Sauerland. The bid meant Miller would be earning his highest purse at $527,777.75 US dollars.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/pulev-miller-eliminator-epic-wins-another-ibf-purse-bid--129429|title=Pulev-Miller Eliminator - Epic Wins Another IBF Purse Bid|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-07-04|language=en-us}} According to Epic Sports, the contracts were sent within two days of the purse bid. By 2 July, there was no deal made. It was said that Miller's camp were stalling, likely due to the fight taking place in Bulgaria. Miller's promoter Dmitry Salita confirmed negotiations were still ongoing however the biggest hurdle was the venue. According to IBF public relations director Jeanette Salazar, Miller had 15 days from when he received the contract to agree or the IBF would go back to the rankings. At the time, the next highest challenger was Hughie Fury, who was inserted at #5 by the IBF in June.{{Cite news|url=http://www.worldboxingnews.net/2018070224478/news/jarrell-miller-stalls-on-bulgaria-ibf-eliminator-hughie-fury-next-in-line-for-kubrat-pulev-bids|title=Jarrell Miller STALLS on Bulgaria IBF eliminator, Hughie Fury NEXT IN LINE for Kubrat Pulev purse bid|last=Fury|first=Pulev v|work=WBN - World Boxing News|access-date=2018-07-04|language=en-gb|archive-date=July 4, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180704153138/http://www.worldboxingnews.net/2018070224478/news/jarrell-miller-stalls-on-bulgaria-ibf-eliminator-hughie-fury-next-in-line-for-kubrat-pulev-bids}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-vs-kubrat-pulev-eliminator-still-talks--129627|title=Jarrell Miller vs. Kubrat Pulev Eliminator is Still in Talks|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-07-04|language=en-us}} Negotiations between Pulev and Miller broke down on July 10.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-vs-kubrat-pulev-fall-out-hughie-fury-steps--129843|title=Jarrell Miller vs. Kubrat Pulev Fall Out, Hughie Fury Steps In|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-07-11|language=en-us}}

On August 2, 2018, former two weight world champion Tomasz Adamek (53–5, 31 KOs) spoke of his interest to fight Miller after it was announced that Miller's next fight was scheduled in Chicago, a town with a big Polish community. Artur Szpilka was also a name mentioned however there was reports stating he would fight Mariusz Wach.{{Cite web|url=https://fightnews.com/adamek-likes-chances-vs-big-baby/26845|title=Adamek likes chances vs. Big Baby|website=fightnews.com/|date=August 2, 2018|access-date=August 8, 2018}} According to ESPN's Dan Rafael and others close to Hearn, the fight was a mismatch.{{Cite news|url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2018/8/6/17655350/jarrell-miller-vs-tomasz-adamek-reportedly-planned-for-october-6|title=Jarrell Miller vs Tomasz Adamek reportedly planned for October 6|work=Bad Left Hook|access-date=2018-08-08}} The fight was later announced to take place at a 10,000 capacity Wintrust Arena in Chicago on October 6, 2018.{{Cite news|url=http://www.worldboxingnews.net/2018080825125/news/exclusive-former-opponent-johann-duhaupas-says-jarrell-miller-v-tomas-adamek-makes-no-sense|title=Exclusive: Former opponent Johann Duhaupas says Jarrell Miller v Tomas Adamek 'makes no sense'|last=Jay|first=Phil|work=WBN - World Boxing News|access-date=2018-08-08|language=en-gb}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/miller-adamek-vargas-dulorme-beterbiev-johnson-set-oct-6--130723|title=Miller-Adamek, Vargas-Dulorme, Beterbiev-Johnson Set - Oct. 6|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-08-09|language=en-us}} Miller stayed in contention for a world title fight after knocking out Adamek in round 2. Miller weighed his career-heaviest at 317 pounds compared to Adamek who weighed 227 pounds. Miller knocked Adamek down after hurting him with a left and then landing a number of power shots to put him down on one knee. Adamek was given a count by the referee and decided not to get back to his feet. In round 1, Miller stalked Adamek around the ring, hitting him with hard body and head shots. Adamek was unable to keep a distance.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-crushes-tomasz-adamek-two-results--132518|title=Jarrell Miller Crushes Tomasz Adamek in Two Rounds|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-10-26|language=en-us}}{{Cite news|url=http://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/24916161/welterweight-contenders-jessie-vargas-thomas-dulorme-fight-draw-chicago|title=Welterweights Vargas, Dulorme fight to draw|work=ESPN.com|access-date=2018-10-26|language=en}}

Knowing he would likely not get a shot at Anthony Joshua in April 2019, Miller's handlers focused their attention on the WBA 'regular' belt. At the time, the titleholder Manuel Charr was going through a failed drugs test, as the belt was not yet vacant, Greg Cohen, Miller's co-promoter stated he would likely fight 45 year old boxer Fres Oquendo or WBA 'interim' champion Trevor Bryan.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-moving-forward-with-plan-win-wba-regular-belt--132790|title=Jarrell Miller Moving Forward With Plan To Win WBA 'Regular' Belt|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-08|language=en-us}} On October 19, terms were agreed for Miller to challenge Oquendo (37–8, 24 KOs), for the soon-to-be vacant WBA 'regular' belt on November 17 at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Oquendo, last fought in 2014, was legally owed a WBA 'regular' title opportunity after winning a lawsuit on the back of his loss against then belt-holder Ruslan Chagaev.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-fres-oquendo-works-1117-atlantic-city--132923|title=Jarrell Miller-Fres Oquendo In Works For 11/17 In Atlantic City|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-08|language=en-us}} On October 24, ESPN reported, Oquendo, who would have earned $500,000 in fighting Miller, turned down the fight as there would no be 'enough time to properly implement Voluntary Anti-Doping Association testing for performance-enhancing drugs'. Romania boxer Bogdan Dinu accepted fight Miller on the same date. Dinu was ranked #9 by the WBA and #13 by the IBF at heavyweight.{{Cite web|title=Miller vs Dinu - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets|url=https://box.live/fights/miller-vs-dinu/|access-date=2021-09-20|website=Box.Live|language=en-US}} A press conference two days later confirmed the card would take place at the Kansas Star Arena and Casino in Mulvane, Kansas.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/oquendo-turns-down-miller-wba-title-shot-over-vada-testing--133097|title=Oquendo Turns Down Miller, WBA Title Shot Over VADA Testing|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-08|language=en-us}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-return-on-nov-17-undercard-made-official--133149|title=Jarrell Miller Return on Nov. 17 - Undercard Made Official|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-08|language=en-us}} Top Rank's Bob Arum stated he would write a letter to the WBA informing them Bryant Jennings would be available and not skipped. At the time, Jennings was ranked #7 by WBA ahead of Dinu, who was ranked #9.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/arum-wba-skip-jennings-sanction-miller-dinu-title-fight--133302|title=Arum: WBA Can't Skip Jennings, Sanction Miller-Dinu Title Fight|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-08|language=en-us}} Miller weighed {{frac|315|1|4}} pounds, 78 pounds more than Dinu, who came in at {{frac|237|1|4}} pounds.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-weighs-315-pounds-78-more-dinu-weights--133791|title=Jarrell Miller Weighs In At 315¼ Pounds, 78 More Than Dinu|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-17|language=en-us}} After making a pre-fight prediction that he would win the fight inside 5 rounds, Miller knocked Dinu down and out for the 10-count in round 4 of their scheduled 12-round bout. The fight marked Miller's second win in 6 weeks. The opening 3 rounds where competitive. Dinu was able to land his jab, but backed off a little after he felt Miller's power.{{Cite news|url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-blasts-out-bogdan-dinu-four-results--133840|title=Jarrell Miller Blasts Out Bogdan Dinu in Four Rounds|work=BoxingScene.com|access-date=2018-11-19|language=en-us}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.skysports.com/boxing/news/33503/11557128/jarrell-miller-kos-bogdan-dinu-in-four-than-calls-for-british-heavyweight-battle-next|title=Jarrell Miller KO's Bogdan Dinu in four then calls for British heavyweight battle next|work=Sky Sports|access-date=2018-11-19|language=en}} After the fight, Miller stated he wanted to fight a British boxer in 2019. Over the 4 rounds, Miller landed 54 punches of 204 thrown (27%), this included 35 power shots and Dinu landed 69 of 240 punches thrown (29%), which included 39 jabs landed.{{Cite news|url=http://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/25308885/jarrell-miller-defeats-bogdan-dinu-fourth-round-ko|title=Miller overpowers Dinu, wins by fourth-round KO|work=ESPN.com|access-date=2018-11-20|language=en}}

Miller was announced as Anthony Joshua's next opponent in February 2019, and was due to challenge for Joshua's WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles at Madison Square Garden in June 2019. Prior to the scheduled fight, Miller tested positive for GW501516, causing the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) to deny him a license to box. Further tests proved positive for EPO and HGH. Miller was dropped from the card.{{cite web| url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/47193321| title=Anthony Joshua v Jarrell Miller: A New York bout without Wilder or Fury and questions for a champion| author=Luke Reddy| work=BBC Sport| date=2019-02-14| access-date=2019-04-21}}{{cite web| url=http://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/26561763/big-baby-miller-failed-three-drug-tests| title=Sources: 'Big Baby' Miller failed three drug tests| author=Dan Rafael| author-link=Dan Rafael| work=ESPN.com| date=2019-04-19| access-date=2019-04-21}} Because he was not licensed at the time, the NYSAC could not take disciplinary action for the failed tests, beyond denying the application for a license. The WBA, however, imposed a six-month ban and removed Miller from their rankings.{{Cite web|url=https://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/26634730|title=Heavyweight contender Miller suspended by WBA|date=2019-04-29|website=ESPN.com|language=en|access-date=2019-07-07}} The ruling did not necessarily mean Miller could not box during that time as he could, in theory, have applied for a license in another state (due to not receiving a suspension by the NYSAC). But any fight scheduled would not have been sanctioned by the WBA.{{Cite web|url=https://www.express.co.uk/sport/boxing/1120747/Boxing-news-Jarrell-Miller-slapped-ban-failed-drugs-test/amp|title=Boxing news: Jarrell Miller slapped with ban after failed drug tests - promoter reacts {{!}} Boxing {{!}} Sport {{!}} Express.co.uk|website=www.express.co.uk|access-date=2019-07-07}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.ringtv.com/561010-wba-bans-jarrell-miller-from-their-ratings-until-september/|title=WBA bans Jarrell Miller from their ratings until September|date=2019-04-29|website=The Ring|access-date=2019-07-07}}

On October 31, 2019, it was reported that Miller was on the verge of a comeback and close to signing a co-promotional deal with Bob Arum's Top Rank Inc, which meant he would appear on ESPN going forward.{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller's Redemption Tour Begins as Top Rank Deal Nears |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-redemption-tour-begins-top-rank-deal-nears--143862 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} On January 22, 2020, a multi-fight deal was complete Miller's co-promoters Dmitriy Salita and Greg Cohen handling the negotiations. A month prior, Miller also signed up with well known sports manager James Prince, who also helped move the deal over the line.{{Cite web |date=2020-01-22 |title=Top Rank, 'Big Baby' finalize co-promotional deal |url=https://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/28537976/top-rank-jarrell-big-baby-miller-finalize-co-promotional-deal |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=ESPN.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller Inks Managerial Contract With James Prince |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-inks-managerial-contract-with-james-prince--144814 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} Eddie Hearn revealed Miller wanting to sign with Matchroom Boxing ahead of his return, but Hearn could not offer him a deal due to the previous positive drug tests. Hearn wished him well.{{Cite web |title=Hearn: I Just Couldn't Sign Jarrell Miller After Stone-Cold Cheating |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/hearn-i-just-sign-jarrell-miller-stone-cold-cheating--146430 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

Following the suspension by the WBA, on June 16, 2020, it was announced that Miller was scheduled to make his ring return against Jerry Forrest (26–3, 20 KOs) on July 9, at the MGM Grand Conference Center in Paradise, Nevada.{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller To Fight Jerry Forrest On July 9 In Top Rank Debut |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-fight-jerry-forrest-on-july-9-top-rank-debut--149557 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Woods |first=Michael |date=2020-06-18 |title=Jerry Forrest confident he'll upset Jarrell Miller on July 9 |url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2020/6/18/21295277/jerry-forrest-confident-hell-upset-jarrell-miller-on-july-9-boxing-interview-news |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=Bad Left Hook |language=en}} On June 27, it was reported that Miller had yet again failed a pre-fight drug test, returning positive results for the banned substance GW501516. He was expected to be suspended the following week.{{Cite web |last=Kim |first=Steve |date=June 27, 2020 |title='Big Baby' Miller fails drug test, Forrest bout off |url=https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/29374843/jarrell-big-baby-miller-fails-another-drug-test-bout-vs-jerry-forrest-off |access-date=August 5, 2020 |website=ESPN |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller Tests Fails Another PED Test; Out Of July 9 Fight With Jerry Forrest |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-tests-fails-another-ped-test-out-july-9-fight-with-jerry-forrest--149807 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Arum: Miller Failed Test For 1 Of Same 3 Substances As Before The Joshua Fight |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/arum-miller-failed-test-1-same-3-substances-joshua-fight--149809 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} Forrest still fought on the card and instead fought Carlos Takam in the main event.{{Cite web |date=2020-07-01 |title=Takam replaces Miller against Forrest July 9 |url=https://www.espn.co.uk/boxing/story/_/id/29394099/carlos-takam-replaces-jarrell-miller-jerry-forrest |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=ESPN.com |language=en}} WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman told Sky Sports that Miller failed to enrol in their Clean Boxing Program, multiple times, which meant he could not get ranked by them.{{Cite web |title=WBC Prez: Jarrell Miller Would Not Enroll in Our Testing Program |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/wbc-prez-jarrell-miller-not-enroll-our-testing-program--149892 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

Miller spoke on the failed test:{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller Cries Foul: I Never Willingly Took PEDs |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-cries-foul-i-never-willingly-took-peds--149884 |access-date=2025-01-23 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

"I have never, ever willingly taken a steroid for performance-enhancing purposes. Did I take something for healing properties, for injuries? Yes, I have. But to win a fight and during a training camp? No, I have never done that.

"Nobody can be more outraged [of the allegations] than me. I'm the one that's lost millions of dollars. I'm the one that's had his career on the line. ... But I have to think about it with a straight mind. I have to figure it out. Sit down with my team. Get everything in order and get everything done in the right way … It's sad. I'm angry about it, but like I said, there is an explanation for it, and me and my legal team are working on it."

"I should not be banned [for life]. I'm prepared to accept my suspension and be willing to do my monthly testing [during] my suspension, but to be banned for life? You're out of your mind … I've done my research and homework to do my best to not make this happen, and all I can do is apologize to Bob Arum, apologize to Jay [Prince] But at the same time, I did do my homework. I did put my best foot forward. I did let VADA know of certain circumstances. I did my part as a human being and as a fighter."

On October 13, 2021, Miller announced that he had resumed training. He also confirmed that he was now training in South Florida with world class trainer Kevin Cunningham. Miller was planning a return to the ring in 2022.{{Cite web |date=2021-10-13 |title=Jarrell Miller trains with Kevin Cunningham and hopes for return |url=https://ringside24.com/en/47779-jarrell-miller-trains-with-kevin-cunningham-and-hopes-to-return |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=ringside24.com |language=en}} On March 23, 2022, a five-member panel voted unanimously to allow Miller to be eligible for a license from June 17, 2022. The proposal was from commissioner Anthony A. Marnell III to stated, "The ball is in your court. You will serve out the 24 months. It's 100% on you to determine what you do here." As long as Miller kept producing clean test results.{{Cite web |title=NSAC Upholds Two-Year Suspension For Jarrell Miller, With Room To Be Relicensed June 17 |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/nsac-upholds-two-year-suspension-jarrell-miller-with-room-relicensed-june-17--164978 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

On May 15, it was announced a date had been set for Miller to headline a Triller Fight Club card on June 25 against Nigerian Onoriode Ehwarieme (20–2, 19 KOs) at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California.{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller Comeback Bout Set for June 25 on Triller |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-comeback-bout-set-june-25-on-triller--166254 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} The fight was cancelled and Miller instead attended the WBA KO Drugs Festival on June 23 at the Casino Buenos Aires in Argentina, where he was scheduled to fight journeyman Ariel Esteban Bracamonte (11–7, 6 KOs). Bracamonte was coming off a decision loss to Demsey McKean in February 2022.{{Cite web |date=2022-06-14 |title=WBA KO Drugs Festival will have two events in Argentina |url=https://www.wbaboxing.com/events/wba-ko-drugs-games/wba-ko-drugs-festival-will-have-two-events-in-argentina#.YrCXdXbMKUk |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=World Boxing Association |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller To Fight Thursday During WBA's KO To Drugs Festival In Argentina |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-fight-thursday-during-wbas-ko-drugs-festival-argentina--167108 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} After 43-months out of the ring, Miller won the 10-round fight via unanimous decision. Miller weighed 341 ¾-pounds and the ring rust showed during the fight. There was little action until round 3, where Miller found his timing and started being more aggressive. Bracamonte began to throw less. The action was paused in round 4, due to a punch from Miller which landed below the belt. He was given a warning. Both traded shots in the last round. All three judges scored the same 97-92 for Miller.{{Cite web |date=2022-06-24 |title=Miller returns with win over Bracamonte at KO Drugs |url=https://www.wbaboxing.com/boxing-news/miller-returns-with-win-over-bracamonte-at-ko-drugs |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=World Boxing Association |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Christ |first=Scott |date=2022-06-24 |title=Jarrell Miller wins comeback fight in Argentina by decision |url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2022/6/24/23181319/jarrell-miller-wins-comeback-fight-argentina-decision-boxing-news-2022 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=Bad Left Hook |language=en}}

On July 15, Miller announced he would return to the ring in the United States, marking his first fight in 3 years against Derek Cardenas (8–9, 7KOs) on July 23, at the Embassy Suites hotel in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.{{Cite web |title=Derek Cardenas Cleared By Tennessee Commission To Face Jarrell Miller, July 23 |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/derek-cardenas-cleared-by-tennessee-commission-face-jarrell-miller-july-23--167662 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} Miller weighed much lighter than his previous bout, weighing in at 328 pounds, whilst his opponent weighed a career-heavy 269 pounds.{{Cite web |title=Weights: Jarrell Miller (328 Pounds) Set For First Stateside Fight Since November 2018 |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/weights-jarrell-miller-328-pounds-set-first-stateside-fight-november-2018--167820 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} Miller dropped Cardenas three times, stopping him in round 4. Miller worked the jab in round 1. The first knockdown occurred in round 3 when Cardenas took a knee following a left hook to the body. A right uppercut in round 4 knocked Cardenas down again. Cardenas beat the count, only to go down a 3rd and final time as referee Daniel Ziemba stopped the fight. Miller wanted to fight once a month before the end of the year.{{Cite web |last=F |first=Jerrell |date=2022-07-25 |title=Jarrell Miller Stops Cardenas; Seeking Five More Fights In 2022! |url=https://3kingsboxing.com/miller-stops-cardenas/ |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=3Kings Boxing WorldWide® |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller Floors Derek Cardenas Three Times, Scores 4th Round Knockout |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-floors-derek-cardenas-three-times-scores-4th-round-knockout--167844 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

On October 16, Miller's next bout was announced. A fight was scheduled to take place in Dar-es- Salam, Tanzania, on November 4, against Awadh "Big Brother" Tamim. The fight however did not eventuate.{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller vs. Awadh Tamim Clash in Play For November 4 |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-vs-awadh-tamim-clash-play-november-4--169777 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} On November 1, according to Dmitriy Salita, the Nevada State Athletic Commission lifted Miller's suspension and licensed him. This meant he could now fight in Las Vegas and other US states.{{Cite web |title=Nevada Commission Approves Jarrell Miller's License After 2-Year Ban For Failed PED Test |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/nevada-commission-approves-jarrell-millers-license-2-year-ban-failed-ped-test--170146 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

Miller's next fight was announced by promoter Anatoly Sulyanov of Hardcore Boxing, to take place on March 18, 2023, against former WBA regular heavyweight champion Lucas Browne. The event billed as "Hardcore Boxing in Dubai", was to take place at Agenda Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates with Miller-Browne as the main event.{{Cite web |last=Staff |first=W. B. N. |date=2023-03-10 |title=WBA top 10's Jarrell Miller and Lucas Browne to fight in Dubai |url=https://www.worldboxingnews.net/2023/03/10/jarrell-miller-vs-lucas-browne-dubai-march-18/ |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=World Boxing News |language=en-US}} In what was his first meaningful fight in over 4 years, Miller worked hard and stopped Browne in round 6 following a knockdown. Browne beat the referees count, but Miller came on strong and unloaded a barrage of power shots forcing the referee to intervene and stop the bout.{{Cite web |last=Idec |first=Keith |date=2023-03-18 |title=Jarrell Miller Bombards Lucas Browne With Power Shots; Drops & Stops Him In 6th Round |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-bombards-lucas-browne-with-power-shots-drops-stops-him-6th-round--173196 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}} After the fight, Miller, speaking to Tyrone Woodley called out Joshua, claiming they have unfinished business, relating to their fight being cancelled, "I want [Daniel] Dubois or I want AJ. We got unfinished business. You know, he gotta be a man and step up to the plate. He can't have his balls in his pocket. If he want the fight, let's make it happen. He want an easy win. He fighting Jermaine Franklin coming off a loss, which I thought he beat Dillian Whyte. So AJ, let's get it on. Stop being a p-ssy. You know what I mean? Straight up."{{Cite web |last=Idec |first=Keith |date=2023-03-19 |title=Jarrell Miller: I Want AJ; We Got Unfinished Business; Let's Get It On; Stop Being A P-ssy! |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-i-want-aj-we-got-unfinished-business-lets-get-it-on-stop-being-p-ssy--173211 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}}

In September 2023, following a settlement, the WBA reinstated Mahmoud Charr as their regular world champion and ordered Charr to make a defence against Miller.{{Cite web |last=Donovan |first=Jake |date=2023-09-01 |title=Mahmoud Charr Reinstated As WBA 'Regular' Heavyweight Titlist, Ordered To Next Face Jarrell Miller |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/mahmoud-charr-reinstated-wba-regular-heavyweight-titlist-ordered-next-face-jarrell-miller--177390 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}} According to BILD, a few days later, the fight talks were at an advanced stage and planned to take place in Nigeria in October.{{Cite web |last=Persson |first=Per Ake |date=2023-09-04 |title=Euro News: Mahmoud Charr vs. Jarrell Miller in Advanced Talks, More |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/euro-news-mahmoud-charr-vs-jarrell-miller-advanced-talks-more--177479 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}} A month later, due to financial reasons, the fight was cancelled.{{Cite web |last=Persson |first=Per Ake |date=2023-10-17 |title=Euro News: Charr vs. Miller Off, Milan Prat, Metcalf vs. Baraou, More |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/euro-news-charr-vs-miller-off-milan-prat-metcalf-vs-baraou-more--178558 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}}

In November 2023, Riyadh Season announced a blockbuster card which would take place on on December 23, 2023, with Anthony Joshua vs. Otto Wallin as the headline. One of the undercard bouts announced was Miller making his second appearance of the year against British heavyweight contender Daniel Dubois. Dubois was on a comeback trial after failing to de-crown unified champion Oleksandr Usyk in August.{{Cite web |last=Christ |first=Scott |date=2023-11-14 |title=More on Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder Dec. 23 card in Saudi Arabia |url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2023/11/14/23961051/more-on-anthony-joshua-deontay-wilder-dec-23-card-in-saudi-arabia-boxing-news-2023 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=Bad Left Hook |language=en}} Just days before the event, a video surfaced online showing Miller taking the Shahada thus converting to Islam.{{Cite web |last=nosmokesport |date=2023-12-22 |title=Jarrell Miller Describes SENSATIONAL Move To Islam As American Heavyweight Prepares For The Biggest Night Of His Career In Saudi Arabia |url=https://nosmokesport.com/boxing/jarrell-miller-move-to-islam/ |access-date=2024-11-22 |language=en-GB}} Miller weighed in at 333 pounds, nearly 100 pounds more than Dubois, who came in at 239 pounds.{{Cite web |last=Donovan |first=Jake |date=2023-12-22 |title=Joshua-Wallin, Wilder-Parker, 'Day Of Reckoning' Weigh-In Results From Riyadh |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/joshua-wallin-wilder-parker-day-reckoning-weights-results-from-riyadh--180191 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}} Dubois put on a show and likely the most entertaining victory on the card, stopping Miller in the tenth round. Dubois seemed anxious early on from the pressure which was being applied by Miller, but as the rounds went by, Dubois picked his shots and landed heavy punishment on Miller. By the tenth round, Dubois was in control and landing power shots. Miller stood and took the punishment before the referee stopped the fight with only 10 seconds of the round left.{{Cite web |last=Donovan |first=Jake |date=2023-12-23 |title=Daniel Dubois Breaks Down Jarrell Miller, Blasts Him Out in Dramatic Tenth |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/daniel-dubois-breaks-down-jarrell-miller-blasts-him-out-dramatic-tenth--180231 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}}{{Cite web |last=Christ |first=Scott |date=2023-12-23 |title=Dmitry Bivol dominates, Dubois stops Miller, Kabayel upset, more: Day of Reckoning results |url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2023/12/23/24012937/bivol-dominates-dubois-stops-miller-kabayel-upset-day-of-reckoning-results-boxing-news-2023 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=Bad Left Hook |language=en}} Both boxers embraced at the end of the fight. Dubois said the confidence which was missing had come back after this fight. Speaking to DAZN after the fight, he said, "It really mattered tonight. I had to dig deep. I came through it and I showed my heart."{{Cite news |date=2023-12-23 |title=Daniel Dubois v Jarrell Miller: Briton reignites career with last-gasp stoppage win in Saudi Arabia |url=https://www.bbc.com/sport/boxing/67797120 |access-date=2024-04-12 |work=BBC Sport |language=en-GB}} Dubois landed a career-high 208 punches on Miller, which was a 40% connect rate. Miller only connected 107 of his 379 punches thrown.{{Cite web |last=CompuBox |date=2023-12-23 |title=CompuBox: Daniel Dubois Lands Career High 208 Punches on Jarrell Miller |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/compubox-daniel-dubois-lands-career-high-208-punches-on-jarrell-miller--180246 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=BoxingScene.com |language=en-us}}

Following the loss to Dubois, Miller said he would get active and in better shape. He was prepared for longer training camps. His trainer also said he would need to shed some weight to be considered amongst the top heavyweight contenders. The weight he was aiming for was ideally between 285 and 300 pounds. Sosa believed Miller was never hurt during his loss to Dubois, rather he was fatigued.{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller On Loss To Daniel Dubois: "We're Gonna Get In Better Shape" |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-on-loss-daniel-dubois-were-gonna-get-better-shape--180322 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller's Trainer Wants Him To Compete At 280-300 Pounds |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-trainer-wants-him-compete-280-300-pounds--180449 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}

On April 24, 2024, a press conference was held at the Gotham Hall in Los Angeles to announce Riyadh Season's debut card in the United States, which was to take place on August 3 at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. The headline was Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov in a super welterweight title fight. Miller was announced for the card, in a crossroads fight against former unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. in a 12-round heavyweight co-feature bout. There was no trash talk from Miller towards Ruiz. Instead, Miller said he would go for a pint after the fight is over.{{cite news |last1=Iskenderov |first1=Parviz |date=30 July 2024 |title=Andy Ruiz Jr: I rate Jarrell Miller, would love rematch with Joseph Parker |url=https://www.fightmag.com/andy-ruiz-jr-i-rate-jarrell-miller-would-love-rematch-with-joseph-parker/ |work=FIGHTMAG}}{{Cite web |title=Andy Ruiz, 'Pitbull' Cruz, Others Sell Aug. 3 Undercard in New York Presser |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/andy-ruiz-pitbull-cruz-others-sell-aug-3-undercard-new-york-presser--183069 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Andy Ruiz is BACK as former heavyweight king confirms Jarrell Miller showdown |url=https://www.sportinglife.com/boxing/news/andy-ruiz-is-back-as-former-heavyweight-king-confirms-jarrell-miller-showdown/217499 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=www.sportinglife.com |language=en-GB}} For Miller, the fight was not personal, however he stated that he would make Ruiz pay, for replacing him and taking his purse against Joshua.{{Cite web |title=Unforgiving Jarrell Miller ready to make Andy Ruiz pay |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/unforgiving-jarrell-miller-ready-make-andy-ruiz-pay--185105 |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} Miller weighed 305.6 pounds, however according to California State Athletic Commission, was 312 pounds on fight night. Ruiz weighed 274.4 pounds, and gained a pound before the fight took place.{{Cite web |last=Al-Shatti |first=Shaun |date=2024-08-07 |title=Crawford vs. Madrimov fight night weights: Terence Crawford heavier in-ring despite division change |url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2024/8/7/24215463/crawford-vs-madrimov-fight-night-weights-terence-crawford-heavier-in-ring-despite-division-change#:~:text=Crawford%20weighed%20in%20at%20169.8,welterweight%20championship%20bout%20with%20Madrimov. |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=MMA Fighting |language=en}}

The fight ended in a majority draw: one judge scored the bout 116–112 to Miller, but was overruled by the other two judges who scored it a 114–114 draw. Miller started slow, but after 3 rounds, Ruiz looked tired and did well to still go the distance. Miller was the more aggressive fighter and in control of the pace of the fight. He was pushing the action against Ruiz. Ruiz was limited in his offence, and Miller exploited this by piling on sustained pressure. During the last ten seconds of every round, Miller threw flurries. This was most likely a technique by Miller to take rounds in his favour, as he was not able to be active for the full 3 minutes of each round.{{Cite web |title=Andy Ruiz Jr. and Jarrell Miller fight to majority draw |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/andy-ruiz-jr-jarrell-miller-fight-majority-draw--185179 |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Christ |first=Scott |date=2024-08-03 |title=Andy Ruiz Jr and Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller fight to draw |url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2024/8/3/24212892/andy-ruiz-jr-jarrell-big-baby-miller-fight-draw-crawford-madrimov-boxing-news-2024 |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=Bad Left Hook |language=en}}

In his post-match interview, Miller asserted his opinion that he won the fight: "I know I did enough to win, I threw more punches. I had him backing up the entire fight. It's called effective aggression. I kept the pressure on and I hit him with the more effective punches. I had the fight in the bag." Fans on social media were also critical of scoring, felt Ruiz's career was saved by the judges. Speaking further on the result, Miller said, "That's boxing; sometimes you get robbed. I just want the fans to keep supporting me; I've been an underdog my whole life." Miller said he was against having judges from the West Coast for the bout.{{Cite web |last=Salazar |first=Francisco |date=2024-08-04 |title=Andy Ruiz and Jarrell Miller fight to 12-round majority draw |url=https://www.ringtv.com/710683-andy-ruiz-and-jarrell-miller-fight-to-12-round-majority-draw/ |access-date=2024-08-06 |website=The Ring}}{{Cite web |title='Sometimes you get robbed,' reflects Jarrell Miller |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/sometimes-you-get-robbed-reflects-jarrell-miller--185273 |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} According to CompuBox, Miller landed 183 of his 514 punches thrown (35.6%) and Ruiz landed 113 of his 355 punches thrown (31.8%). Ruiz was more active during the first four rounds out-landing Miller 47–40. Miller landed double digits in every round from the third.{{Cite web |title=CompuBox punch stats: Andy Ruiz Jr.-Jarrell Miller |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/compubox-punch-stats-andy-ruiz-jr-jarrell-miller--185178 |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=Voxing Scene |language=en}} Ruiz posted a picture of his injured right hand on social media, claiming it affected his performance. It was believed to have been injured in round 5.{{Cite web |date=2024-08-07 |title=Andy Ruiz Jr reveals nasty injury he suffered as he shows off swollen hand |url=https://talksport.com/boxing/2000128/andy-ruiz-jr-injury-jarrell-miller-hand/ |access-date=2025-01-27 |website=talkSPORT |language=en-gb}}

On 17 October 2024, Miller told BoxingScene.com that he would fight British heavyweight Derek Chisora (35–13, 23 KOs) at an arena in Manchester on February 8, 2025. He said, "That's the biggest one we're talking about right now – Chisora. It's not locked in yet; the deal's not signed yet. But there are definitely talks.{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller: 'It looks like Derek Chisora in Manchester in January' |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-it-looks-like-derek-chisora-manchester-january--186509 |access-date=2025-01-13 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} In November, it was reported that Chisora would face Miller in Manchester, England on February 8, 2025.{{cite news |last1=Stumberg |first1=Patrick |date=21 November 2024 |title=Derek Chisora vs Jarrell Miller reportedly planned for February 8th |url=https://bvmsports.com/2024/11/21/derek-chisora-vs-jarrell-miller-reportedly-planned-for-february-8th/ |work=BVM Sports}}{{cite news |last1=Iskenderov |first1=Parviz |date=21 November 2024 |title=Derek Chisora vs Jarrell Miller 'being finalized' for February in Manchester |url=https://www.fightmag.com/derek-chisora-vs-jarrell-miller-being-finalized-for-february-in-manchester/ |work=FIGHTMAG}}{{cite news |date=20 November 2024 |title=Chisora Vs Miller In The Works For February 8th - Boxing News 24 |url=https://www.boxingnews24.com/2024/11/chisora-vs-miller-in-the-works-for-february-8th/ |work=www.boxingnews24.com}} It was later announced that the fight against Miller fell through. Miller posted via his Instagram account it was Salita Promotions who caused the fight to fall apart after saying Chisora was ready to finalise. According to Miller, his contract with Salita Promotions had expired but said they exercised their first and last right of refusal. Salita later replied stating it was Miller who eventually turned down the fight.{{cite news |last1=Esco |first1=Wil |date=27 November 2024 |title='The fight with Chisora is off': Jarrell Miller blames Dmitry Salita for heavyweight bout falling through |url=https://www.badlefthook.com/2024/11/27/24307678/jarrell-miller-blames-dmitry-salita-for-heavyweight-bout-falling-through-boxing-news-2024 |work=Bad Left Hook |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Jarrell Miller won't fight Derek Chisora as promotional dispute continues |url=https://www.boxingscene.com/jarrell-miller-wont-fight-derek-chisora-promotional-dispute-continues--200380 |access-date=2025-01-13 |website=www.boxingscene.com |language=en}} On November 27 Chisora was announced to fight 34 year old Swedish heavyweight Otto Wallin at Co-op Live in Manchester. Wallin, who was also promoted by Salita, was given the opportunity after Miller was dropped.{{cite news |date=27 November 2024 |title=Chisora confirmed to fight Wallin in February |url=https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/42643533/derek-chisora-otto-wallin-fight-manchester-february |work=ESPN.com |language=en}}{{cite news |last1=Iskenderov |first1=Parviz |date=28 November 2024 |title=Derek Chisora faces Otto Wallin in Manchester, England in February |url=https://www.fightmag.com/derek-chisora-faces-otto-wallin-in-manchester-england-in-february/ |work=FIGHTMAG}}

On 4 April 2025, Mike Coppinger of Ring Magazine reported a fight between British heavyweight Fabio Wardley (18-0-1, 17 KOs) and Miller was being finalised to take place at Portman Road stadium in Ipswich.{{Cite web |date=2025-04-04 |title=Fabio Wardley vs. Jarrell Miller Being Finalized For June 7 at Portman Stadium |url=https://ringmagazine.com/en/news/fabio-wardley-vs-jarrell-miller-being-finalized-for-june-7-at-portman-stadium |access-date=2025-04-05 |website=RingMagazine.com |language=en}} Wardley, an Ipswich Town FC fan, also posted on social media, hinting a big announcement. The next day, Queensberry Promotions, along with Ipswich Town officially announced the fight, which take place on 7 June 2025 on DAZN. Wardley was ranked #9 by Ring Magazine at the time. He revealed that Kubrat Pulev turned down a fight, after the WBA ordered Pulev to defend the WBA 'regular' title against Wardley. The fight was billed as 'Running Towards Adversity' and have the vacant interim WBA World Championship at stake.{{Cite web |last= |date=2025-04-05 |title=Fabio Wardley set to face Joshua's rival after 'scared' Pulev rejected fight |url=https://talksport.com/boxing/3055094/fabio-wardley-anthony-joshua-jarrell-miller-kubrat-pulev/ |access-date=2025-04-05 |website=talkSPORT |language=en-gb}}{{Cite web |date=2025-04-05 |title=Fabio Wardley: British heavyweight to face Jarrell Miller at Portman Road on 7 June |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/articles/cwyn845y0lno |access-date=2025-04-05 |website=BBC Sport |language=en-GB}}{{Cite web |title=Wardley to Fight Miller at Portman Road in June - Ipswich Town News |url=https://www.twtd.co.uk/ipswich-town-news/49283/wardley-to-fight-miller-at-portman-road-in-june/?scrollto=post576933 |access-date=2025-04-05 |website=TWTD.co.uk |language=en}} The press conference saw Miller appear at Portman Road wearing a Norwich City shirt in a bid to antagonise Wardley, with tempers flaring after Miller shoved his hand into Wardley’s face. Miller accused Wardley of creating a diss-track.{{Cite web |title= Wardley and Miller press conference descends into chaos |url= https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/articles/c4gr9lw4krxo.amp |access-date=2025-04-08 |website=bbc.co.uk |language=en}} On April 13, the BBBofC wrote to lead promoter Frank Warren, copying in the NYSAC, to advise they would be withholding a portion of Miller's purse for the bout. Miller was given a warning and would be closely monitored going forward until the fight. Miller did not respond well to the warning, and replied expletively.{{Cite web |date=2025-04-13 |title=Jarrell Miller To Have Purse Withheld By BBBofC After Fabio Wardley Shove |url=https://ringmagazine.com/en/news/jarrell-miller-to-have-purse-withheld-by-bb-bo-c-after-fabio-wardley-shove |access-date=2025-04-14 |website=RingMagazine.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Jay |first=Phil |date=2025-04-14 |title=Jarrell Miller loses it over British Board purse threats |url=https://www.worldboxingnews.com/jarrell-miller-british-board-purse-threats/ |access-date=2025-04-14 |website=World Boxing News |language=en-US}} After a couple of days of whispers, Miller officially pulled out of the fight citing a shoulder injury he picked up in training camp. The card was still scheduled to ahead.{{Cite web |date=2025-04-30 |title=Jarrell Miller Out Of Fabio Wardley Clash, Replacement Eyed |url=https://ringmagazine.com/en/news/jarrell-miller-out-of-fabio-wardley-clash-with-shoulder-injury-replacement-being-sought |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=RingMagazine.com |language=en}}

Jarrell Miller fought Antonio Zepeda in an exhibition match on June 11, 2023, on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III.{{Cite web |date=2023-06-12 |title="That Was Trash": Fans Disappointed With Jarrell Miller vs. Antonio Zepeda 'Snore Fest' on Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III Undercard |url=https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-that-was-trash-fans-disappointed-with-jarrell-miller-vs-antonio-zepeda-snore-fest-on-floyd-mayweather-vs-john-gotti-iii-undercard/ |access-date=2024-08-06 |website=EssentiallySports |language=en}}

Miller began kickboxing at the age of 14. His break-out performances as a kickboxer came while representing the New Jersey Tigers in the World Combat League in the 2007–08 season. On May 3, 2008, he defeated K-1 veteran Pat Barry at the WCL Eastern & Western Conference Finals in San Antonio, Texas, the biggest feat of his career at that point.{{cite web|last=Walsh|first=Dave|url=http://liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1769:liverkick-talks-with-k-1s-jarrell-miller-week-1-the-introduction&catid=34:demo-content|title=LiverKick talks with K-1's Jarrell Miller - Week 1: The Introduction|publisher=Liverkick.com|access-date=2012-10-01}} Miller had an amateur kickboxing record of 14–0, 7 KO's.

Following the WCL's demise, Miller went on to rack up a 19-0 (8 KOs) record as a professional kickboxer on New York's heavyweight Muay Thai scene while also turning professional as a boxer.{{cite web|last=Walsh |first=Dave |url=http://liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1781:liverkick-talks-with-k-1s-jarrell-miller-week-2-training-for-his-olympics&catid=43:interviews|title=LiverKick talks with K-1's Jarrell Miller - Week 2: Training for his Olympics|publisher=Liverkick.com|access-date=2012-10-01}}{{cite web|last=Walsh|first=Dave|url=http://liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1802:liverkick-talks-with-k-1s-jarrell-miller-week-3-breaking-faces&catid=34:demo-content|title=LiverKick talks with K-1's Jarrell Miller - Week 3: Breaking Faces|publisher=Liverkick.com|access-date=2012-10-01}}

His exploits won him admirers, and in 2012, after he knocked out Radu Spinghel in New York City, he was recruited by K-1, historically the world's premier kickboxing organization.{{cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1744:k-1-announces-lineup-for-sept-8-in-los-angeles&catid=36:k-1|title=K-1 announces lineup for Sept 8 in Los Angeles|publisher=Liverkick.com|access-date=2012-10-01}}

In his promotional debut, he went up against mixed martial arts knockout artist Jack May at the K-1 World Grand Prix 2012 in Los Angeles on September 8, 2012, with a place at the 2012 K-1 World Grand Prix at stake.{{cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1755:k-1-releases-fight-card-for-september-8th-los-angeles-event&catid=36:k-1|title=K-1 releases fight card for September 8th Los Angeles event|publisher=Liverkick.com|date=2012-08-01|access-date=August 11, 2017}}{{cite web|url=https://www.boxinginsider.com/headlines/cooper-vs-blake-announced-as-main-event-of-k1-us-grand-prix|title=Cooper vs. Blake Announced as Main Event of K1 US Grand Prix|publisher=Boxinginsider.com|date=2012-09-07|access-date=2012-10-01}} Miller was able to knock May out with an uppercut in the first round to advance to the K-1 World Grand Prix 2012 in Tokyo final 16 on October 14, 2012, where he was drawn against Arnold Oborotov.{{cite web|url=http://www.liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1873:k-1-final-16-matches-unveiled&catid=36:k-1|title=K-1 Final 16 Matches Unveiled|publisher=Liverkick.com|access-date=2012-10-01}}{{Cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/k-1-wgp-final-16-finalized-fight-card-for-this-sunday-october-14/|title=K-1 WGP Final 16, Finalized Fight Card For This Sunday, October 14 | Liver Kick|date=November 25, 2019}} Although Oborotov caused some problems with his low kicks, Miller was able to dominate with his superior boxing ability. He cruised to a unanimous decision win after sending the Lithuanian to the canvas in round one.[http://www.liverkick.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1948:k-1-world-grand-prix-final-16-live-results&catid=38:asia&Itemid=59 K-1 World Grand Prix Final 16 Live Results], liverkick.com; accessed August 11, 2017.

At the K-1 World Grand Prix FINAL in Zagreb on March 15, 2013, in Zagreb, Croatia, he battled Mirko Cro Cop in the quarter-finals.{{Cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/k-1-wgp-final-8-match-ups/|title=K-1 WGP Final 8 Match-Ups | Liver Kick|date=August 14, 2018}} The panel of judges all scored the bout for Cro Cop by unanimous decision, handing Miller his first professional loss and sending him out of the tournament.{{Cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/k-1-world-grand-prix-2013-live-results/|title=K-1 World Grand Prix 2013 Live Results | Liver Kick|date=January 10, 2020}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmamania.com/2013/3/15/4100478/k-1-grand-prix-results-stream-live-fight-coverage-cro-cop-badr-hari-zagreb|title=K-1 live results for Cro Cop, Badr Hari and more!|first=Patrick L.|last=Stumberg|date=March 15, 2013|website=MMAmania.com}}

He signed with SUPERKOMBAT in August 2013.{{Cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/mike-zambidis-wins-at-superkombat-vip-edition/|title=Mike Zambidis Wins at SUPERKOMBAT VIP Edition | Liver Kick|date=October 14, 2016}} Replacing Sergei Kharitonov who withdrew from the fight due to a finger injury,{{Cite web |url=http://liverkick.com/index.php/item/2935-sergei-kharitonov-out-of-cro-cop-bout-at-glory-17 |title=Sergei Kharitonov Out of Cro Cop Bout at GLORY 17 |access-date=2014-05-29 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160810131648/http://liverkick.com/index.php/item/2935-sergei-kharitonov-out-of-cro-cop-bout-at-glory-17 |archive-date=2016-08-10 }} Miller rematched Mirko Cro Cop at Glory 17: Los Angeles in Inglewood, California, on June 21, 2014.{{Cite web |url=http://liverkick.com/index.php/item/2954-jarrell-miller-vs-mirko-cro-cop-ii-set-for-glory-17 |title=Jarrell Miller vs. Mirko Cro Cop II Set for GLORY 17 |access-date=2014-05-29 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160810103644/http://liverkick.com/index.php/item/2954-jarrell-miller-vs-mirko-cro-cop-ii-set-for-glory-17 |archive-date=2016-08-10 }} He lost by unanimous decision.{{Cite web|url=http://liverkick.com/glory-17-and-last-man-standing-live-results/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160306191449/http://liverkick.com/index.php/item/3022-glory-17-and-last-man-standing-live-results|title=Glory 17 and Last Man Standing Live Results | Liver Kick|archive-date=March 6, 2016}}{{Cite web|url=https://muaythaiauthority.com/2014/06/glorys-last-man-standing-results.html|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140626071203/http://www.muaythaiauthority.com/2014/06/glorys-last-man-standing-results.html|archive-date=June 26, 2014|title=Glory Last Man Standing Results ~ Muay Thai Authority }}[http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2014/6/22/5830656/glory-results-live-streaming-results-glory-17-last-man-standing-kickboxing-spike-ppv Glory results: Artem Levin, Rico Verhoeven and Joseph Valtellini take home Glory gold] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304080807/http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2014/6/22/5830656/glory-results-live-streaming-results-glory-17-last-man-standing-kickboxing-spike-ppv |date=March 4, 2016 }}, bloodyelbow.com; accessed August 11, 2017. Miller had a professional kickboxing record of 22–2, 10 KO's.

In 2014, Miller was suspended for nine months by the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) after methylhexaneamine was found in a urine sample he gave for Glory 17: Los Angeles.{{cite web |last1=Stets |first1=Michael |title=GLORY heavyweight Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller suspended by CSAC for nine months following failed drug test |url=https://www.mmamania.com/2014/8/10/5986847/glory-heavyweight-jarrell-big-baby-miller-suspended-csac-failed-drug-test-kickboxing |website=MMA Mania |date=August 10, 2014 |access-date=27 February 2019}}

• Defeated Jack May - KO (1) - K-1 World Grand Prix 2012 in Los Angeles
• Defeated Arnold Oborotov - UD-3 - K-1 World Grand Prix 2012 in Tokyo final 16 - First Round

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• [http://bigbabymiller.com/ Official website]
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• [https://box.live/boxers/jarrell-miller/ Jarrell Miller - Profile, News Archive & Current Rankings] at [https://Box.Live Box.Live]

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