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Boxing trainer reveals why Keyshawn Davis refused title shot
18 Aug
Summary
- Keyshawn Davis reportedly declined a title fight with Devin Haney.
- Robert Garcia believes Davis wasn't ready for the challenge.
- Bam Rodriguez is scheduled for a unification fight in late 2026.
Trainer Robert Garcia commented on Keyshawn Davis's decision to decline a title fight opportunity against Devin Haney. Garcia suggested that Davis may not have genuinely desired the fight, using the call-out to boost his profile. He posited that the significant $3 million offer, while substantial, might have been a deterrent if Davis felt unprepared for such a high-stakes match.
Garcia also provided an update on his other fighter, Bam Rodriguez. With no concrete offers or dates received from Naoya Inoue's camp regarding a potential bout, Rodriguez is set to compete in a unification match in early or mid-December 2026. Garcia expressed frustration over the lack of communication from Inoue's team but indicated they are moving forward with other options, potentially against Mexican champions holding IBF and WBO titles.
