Keyshawn Davis, known as “The Businessman,” is an American professional boxer born on February 28, 1999, in Norfolk, Virginia. Standing 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) tall with a 70-inch (178 cm) reach, Davis competes in the lightweight division.
As an amateur, Davis won silver medals at the 2019 Pan American Games, the 2019 World Championships, and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. He has held the WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title since 2022.
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | Keyshawn Davis |
| Nickname | The Businessman |
| Date of Birth | February 28, 1999 |
| Age | 25 (as of 2024) |
| Place of Birth | Norfolk, Virginia, U.S. |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
| Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
| Weight Class | Lightweight |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Professional Debut | February 27, 2021 |
| Total Fights | 13 |
| Wins | 12 |
| Wins by KO | 8 |
| No Contests | 1 |
| Medals (Amateur) | Silver at 2020 Olympics, 2019 World Championships, 2019 Pan American Games |
Keyshawn Davis made his professional boxing debut on February 27, 2021, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, where he defeated Lester Brown with a second-round TKO.
Davis faced a tougher test on May 8, 2021, when he fought Jose Antonio Meza on the undercard of Canelo Álvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders. For the first time, he went the distance but secured a unanimous decision victory.
On December 10, 2022, Keyshawn Davis faced Juan Carlos Burgos at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Davis secured a unanimous decision victory after eight rounds. This victory earned him the vacant WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title. Davis continued to climb the ranks with notable wins, including a TKO victory over Anthony Yigit in April 2023.
In February 2024, Davis defeated former world champion José Pedraza by TKO in the sixth round, winning the vacant IBF-USBA lightweight title and retaining the WBO Inter-Continental and WBC–USNBC titles.
On July 6, 2024, he secured a unanimous decision victory over Miguel Madueno at the Prudential Center in Newark.
On November 8, 2024, at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, Keyshawn Davis defeated Gustavo Daniel Lemos via a second-round knockout (1:09) in a scheduled 10-round bout. With this win, Davis retained the WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title and claimed the vacant IBF Inter-Continental lightweight title.
Keyshawn Davis’ Net Worth in 2024
As of 2024, Davis’s net worth is approximately $1-2 million. This estimate considers his fight purses, sponsorship deals, and bonuses from his professional bouts.
Earnings and Salary per Fight
According to reports, “The Businessman” Keyshawn Davis earns a $75,000 salary per fight. Davis earned a $75k guaranteed purse for his fight against Miguel Madueno in July 2024.
As Davis climbs the ranks and maintains his undefeated record in the lightweight division, his fight purse will only increase.
Keyshawn Davis earned over $100k guaranteed fight purse for his big fight against Gustavo Lemos.
Keyshawn Davis’ Fight Purse Table
| Opponent | Purse | PPV Share | Total Payouts | Year |
| Juan Carlos Burgos | $25,000 | N/A | – | 2022 |
| Anthony Yigit | $50,000 | N/A | – | 2023 |
| Francesco Patera | $50,000 | N/A | – | 2023 |
| Nahir Albright | $50,000 | N/A | – | 2023 |
| José Pedraza | $75,000 | N/A | – | 2024 |
| Miguel Madueno | $75,000 | N/A | – | 2024 |
| Gustavo Lemos | $100,000 | N/A | – | 2024 |
Endorsements
Keyshawn Davis is currently not endorsed. Given his status as an undefeated lightweight boxer and the WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title holder, “The Businessman” will soon attract sponsors.
Keyshawn Davis’ Boxing Record
| Total Fights | Wins | Losses | By Knockout (Wins) | By Decision (Wins) | No Contests |
| 13 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 1 |
Here’s a detailed table of Keyshawn Davis’ record.
[Recent Fights Only]
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, Time | Date | Location | Notes |
| 13 | Win | 12–0 (1) | Gustavo Lemos | KO | 2 (10), 1:09 | Nov 8, 2024 | Scope Arena, Norfolk, Virginia, U.S. | Retained WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title; Won vacant IBF Inter-Continental lightweight title |
| 12 | Win | 11–0 (1) | Miguel Madueno | UD | 10 | Jul 6, 2024 | Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S. | Retained IBF-USBA, WBO Inter-Continental, and WBC–USNBC lightweight titles |
| 11 | Win | 10–0 (1) | José Pedraza | TKO | 6 (10), 1:09 | Feb 8, 2024 | Michelob Ultra Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. | Retained WBO Inter-Continental and WBC–USNBC lightweight titles; Won vacant IBF–USBA title |
| 10 | NC | 9–0 (1) | Nahir Albright | NC | 10 | Oct 15, 2023 | Fort Bend Community Center, Rosenberg, Texas, U.S. | Retained WBO Inter-Continental and WBC–USNBC titles; originally a MD win, overturned due to positive marijuana test |
| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Francesco Patera | UD | 10 | Jul 22, 2023 | Firelake Arena, Shawnee, Oklahoma, U.S. | Retained WBO Inter-Continental and WBC–USNBC lightweight titles |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Anthony Yigit | TKO | 9 (10), 0:21 | Apr 8, 2023 | Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S. | Retained WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title; Won vacant WBC–USNBC title |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Juan Carlos Burgos | UD | 8 | Dec 10, 2022 | Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. | Won vacant WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title |
Achievements
Amateur Achievements
- 2020 Tokyo Olympics: Won a silver medal in the lightweight division, showcasing his elite skills on the international stage.
- 2019 World Championships (Yekaterinburg): Secured a silver medal in the light welterweight category.
- 2019 Pan American Games (Lima): Earned a silver medal in the light welterweight division.
Professional Achievements
- WBO Inter-Continental Lightweight Title: Won the title by defeating Juan Carlos Burgos via unanimous decision on December 10, 2022, at Madison Square Garden.
- WBC–USNBC Lightweight Title: Captured this title with a ninth-round TKO victory over Anthony Yigit on April 8, 2023.
- IBF–USBA Lightweight Title: Won the vacant title by defeating José Pedraza via sixth-round TKO on February 8, 2024.
- IBF Inter-Continental lightweight Title: Claimed the vacant IBF Inter-Continental lightweight title by defeating Gustavo Lemos.
- Undefeated Professional Record: As of 2024, holds an undefeated professional record of 12 wins, 0 losses, and 1 no contest.
Keyshawn Davis’ Age
Keyshawn Davis, born on February 28, 1999, is currently 25 years old.
Weight Class
He competes in the lightweight division, which has a weight limit of 135 pounds (61.2 kilograms).
How Tall is He?
Standing at 5 feet 9 inches (175 centimeters) tall, Davis has established himself as a prominent figure in professional boxing.
Who are Keyshawn Davis’ Brothers? – The Davis Brothers aka DB3
Keyshawn Davis has two brothers, Kelvin Davis and Keon Davis, both of whom are also boxers. The trio is collectively known as “DB3.”
Kelvin Davis, the eldest, is a professional boxer. He competes in the welterweight division with an undefeated record (14-0-0, 7 KOs). Keon Davis is the youngest. All three brothers fought on the same card for the first time in their professional careers on November 8, 2024, at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.
