‘All this making weight stuff, it ain’t for me’: Keyshawn Davis ‘probably’ will move to 147
Keyshawn Davis won a unanimous decision in his rematch against Nahir Albright but expressed dissatisfaction with staying at the 140-pound weight class. He indicated he is likely to move up to 147 pounds due to ongoing difficulties making weight. Davis aims to pursue high-profile fights against boxers like Oscar Duarte, Devin Haney, and Lamont Roach to build his legacy.
- ▪Keyshawn Davis won a wide unanimous decision over Nahir Albright in their rematch.
- ▪He stated that Top Rank insisted on the Albright fight despite his desire for more prominent opponents.
- ▪Davis admitted he struggles with making weight and is likely to move up to the 147-pound welterweight division.
- ▪He previously vacated the WBO title in 2025 after missing weight at 135 pounds.
- ▪Davis has only fought twice at 140 pounds, both bouts occurring in 2026.
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