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Keyshawn Davis Demands Millions, Quits Top Rank
24 Oct
Summary
- Keyshawn Davis requested and received release from Top Rank contract.
- Davis demanded $6 million for a fight against Richardson Hitchins.
- Arum called Davis 'the most entitled fighter in recent memory'.
Olympic silver medalist Keyshawn Davis has secured his release from Top Rank, with his contract terminated despite one fight remaining. Bob Arum, head of Top Rank, confirmed the departure, showing little interest in a contract dispute.
Davis's exit follows a series of controversial actions. He missed weight for a lightweight title defense against Edwin De Los Santos last year. He also engaged in a backstage incident with Nahir Albright after Albright defeated his brother. Furthermore, Davis reportedly turned down over $2 million to fight Devin Haney for the WBO welterweight belt.
The immediate catalyst for his departure appears to be a proposed fight with Richardson Hitchins. According to Hitchins, Davis demanded $6 million for this non-title bout, a sum substantially larger than his prior earnings. This demand has led to the collapse of the potential matchup.
The article criticizes Davis's perceived entitlement, contrasting his demands with his career progression. It suggests that Davis is leveraging his talent and credentials to secure lucrative opportunities without fulfilling contractual obligations or respecting opponents' time.
