The art of building a career and getting name recognition in the sport of boxing requires years of hard work and dedication. Unfortunately, within 36 hours, former WBO lightweight world champion Keyshawn Davis (13-0, 9 COs) immediately damaged his brand.
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Over the past three months, Davis has put the work in the ring, and consequently his stock has been on the rise. Due to a lack of professionalism and a heinous act, Keyshawn Davis fell into self -destruction mode, with his stock dropped immediately.
In the summer of 2021, Keyshawn Davis represented the United States in the Olympics and won a silver medal. He will continue to join the professional box layers and win his first 11 games.
Davis gradually rose in the rankings as his popularity increased rapidly, taking into account two outstanding performances. The Norfolk, Virginia native, had his initial homecoming in November 2024 when he faced the heavy striking Gustavo Lemos.
Davis entertained his hometown crowd when he flew Lemos three times in the second round. After the third knockout, the referee stepped in and stopped the competition. Davis would continue to travel to New York to win his first attempt to win a world title.
In the third round of his title against defending champion Denys Berinchyk, Davis scored third in third place when he ended up a hard left to the body. Davis became the WBO world champion when he stopped in the fourth round, taking into account another evil body shot.
Keyshawn Davis is moving in the right direction as it is related to the word of the next box superstar. He was ready for another homecoming when he would make his first world title defense against Edwin de Los Santos on Saturday night, June 7.
Before the match, two Legends of Virginia Keyhawn Davis gave his flowers. During an episode of ‘Camp Life’, NFL legend Michael Vick and NBA legend Allen Iverson both praised Davis about the development of his career.
Michael Vick is the new head coach of Norfolk State University, and with Allen Iverson attending, Keyshawn Davis was invited to participate in the two legends for the Spring Soccer match. Both Vick and Iiverson said they were fans of Davis, while crowning the new Superstar of State Virginia.
After being endorsed by two iconic legends, Keyshawn Davis did the unthinkable because he missed the lightweight boundary by £ 40. Davis had an hour to try to take up the weight, but when asked, he said he would not try.
Due to not weight, Keyshawn Davis was stripped of his WBO World Lightweight title. Hours after he did not make weight, it was announced that the Davis vs de Los Santos battle had been canceled.
To make matters worse, after his brother Kelvin Davis lost to Nahir Albright via unanimous decision in the June 7-Feature attack, Keyshawn and his younger brother Keon were accused of assaulting Nahir Albright behind the stage on the scope arena.
After these unfortunate incidents, the confusing question is how Keyshawn Davis could get an approval of two iconic legends from his home state and then act in a disappointing way?
On June 7, Keyshawn Davis lost his title, his salary and some respect from members of his fan base. However, one thing about the sports community is that it is a very forgiving group.
Now it is up to Keyshawn Davis to take the necessary steps to restore his image. Once he takes the necessary steps, the following phase will include the ultimate remedy: To return in the ring and win.
Last updated on 06/09/2025
