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Keyshawn Davis Misses Weight by 4.3 Pounds, Stripped of Title and Bout Canceled

Davis plans to move up to junior welterweight after failing to make the lightweight limit.

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Overview

  • Davis tipped the scales at 139.3 pounds for his June 7 defense, exceeding the 135-pound limit and triggering the loss of his WBO lightweight title.
  • Negotiations to reset the bout terms broke down overnight, resulting in the cancellation of the Davis vs. De Los Santos main event.
  • Edwin De Los Santos received his full purse of about $400,000 despite the fight’s cancellation.
  • Top Rank Boxing elevated Abdullah Mason vs. Jeremia Nakathila to the main event slot on Saturday’s ESPN card.
  • Following the incident, Davis confirmed he will campaign at junior welterweight (140 pounds) in his next outing.