Keyshawn Davis faces a tumultuous period in his career following an overturned decision due to a positive marijuana test. The 24-year-old undefeated fighter has been handed a 90-day suspension by the Texas Commission, leading to the cancellation of his fight with former two-division world champion Jose Pedraza. This interruption comes just as Davis was building momentum for a higher climb in the boxing ranks.
Davis’ recent majority decision victory over Nahir Albright, initially scored 95-95, 96-94, and 97-93, has been stripped and changed to a no-decision, stirring controversy and frustration for the young fighter. On social media, Davis voiced his discontent, feeling targeted by the Texas Commission and questioning the unprecedented erasure of his win for marijuana use.
The situation has ignited a defiant response from Davis, who plans to purchase a house during his suspension, a symbolic gesture against the setback. Yet, he must be wary of future tests to avoid further suspensions that could derail his promising career.
Despite the setback, Top Rank, Davis’ promoter, is looking to reschedule the Pedraza fight for early next year. Davis, in the meantime, reflects on the Texas Commission’s actions, grappling with the harsh reality of the sport’s regulatory environment and vowing to avoid main event fights in Texas in the future. The boxing community watches to see how Davis will navigate this challenge and if he can adjust his style to continue his undefeated streak post-suspension.
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