After securing an impressive victory over veteran Jose Pedraza, American boxer Keyshawn Davis has set his sights on another rising star: EBU super-lightweight champion Adam Azim. Azim, fresh off his title defense against Enock Poulson, has been vocal about wanting to face Davis. Davis, known for his willingness to take on any challenge, readily accepted. So will the fans get to witness the two going at one another?
It seems that the answer to the question is a resounding yes. “I’d love to fight Adam,“ Davis declared. “He’s got power, and he’s a real fighter. But I’m different, and I know he’s never faced anyone like me.“ Moreover, he even boldly claimed that he is ready to fight Azim in his home country. So will Azim accept his challenge?
Adam Azim ready for “mega sell-out” fight
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The boxing fans are filled with excitement after Keyshawn Davis’ recent remarks. The 24-year-old boxer in an interview with Sky Sports shared his willingness to fight Adam Azim, better known as, ‘The Assassin’. He stated that if Azim shares the same feelings about the fight then he “will play the game”. He added that he is willing to fight him “in the UK and make it a mega sell-out fight”.
Let’s make it happen – Wembley Stadium – Sky PPV. https://t.co/KmcDZ8w34h
— Adam Azim (@adamsuperkid) February 22, 2024
He complimented the UK fans and claimed that after he is done defeating Azim, the fans will still continue to watch him. A picture of his statement about the potential fight soon surfaced on social media. An account named, Boxing News+ shared the quote on Twitter as they asked, “Azim vs Davis in the UK? @KeyshawnDavis8 says he is willing to travel for a fight with fellow rising star @adamsuperkid.”
Soon, Azim replied to the post and he didn’t back down from the fight. He stated, “Let’s make it happen – Wembley Stadium – Sky PPV.” The Berkshire native even gave out his desired stage for the fight. In the meantime, he also cleared the air surrounding his fight against Nahir Albright.
Davis turns all doubt around after a controversial victory
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Keyshawn Davis is determined to prove his skills after a controversial decision tarnished his record. His fight against Albright, a perceived clear victory, was overturned to a no-contest due to a positive marijuana test. While the incident led him to quit smoking, it also fueled his desire to showcase his true potential.
Davis remains confident about his dominance in the ring, despite the official blemish. He stated, “I think I won every round. I don’t think it was a close fight at all. I think, you know, the judges just made the state of Texas commission look real bad because everybody in the arena was booing because of the scorecards”.
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He believed the judges’ call against Nahir Albright was a major injustice. Despite facing a seasoned opponent in Pedraza, Davis ended up winning the bout via TKO. With the fight, he managed to earn the respect he felt he deserved and silenced the doubters. And now he is targeting Azim in his conquest. What do you think about the situation? Do share your thoughts in the comments below.