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Top Rank cuts bait on Keyshawn Davis

Joe Profit of the O.S.O.S. podcast recently spoke with Top Rank head honcho Bob Arum, who revealed that Olympic silver medalist Keyshawn Davis had requested and received a release from his contract despite one remaining fight. Arum was very flippant…

By Patrick Stumberg · Bad Left Hook

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 11:59 PM

Key Things to Know

Top Rank has released undefeated boxer Keyshawn Davis from his contract ahead of schedule upon his request.
Promoter Bob Arum confirmed the decision, declining to pursue a legal battle over Davis's remaining fight.
Writer Patrick Stumberg argues Davis has acted entitled by rejecting major fights and making excessive purse demands.

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Top Rank chief Bob Arum revealed that Olympic silver medalist Keyshawn Davis has been released from his promotional contract ahead of schedule. Arum stated on the O.S.O.S. podcast that Davis requested his release despite having one fight remaining on his deal, and the promoter chose not to engage in a legal dispute.

Writer Patrick Stumberg criticizes Davis's recent demands, pointing out that the fighter previously declined over $2 million to face Devin Haney for the WBO welterweight belt. Talks for a fight between Davis and Richardson Hitchins also collapsed after Hitchins claimed Davis demanded a $6 million purse.

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Top Rank cuts bait on Keyshawn Davis

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