Norfolk boxer Keyshawn Davis will defend his WBO lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos of Dominica this Saturday at Scope Arena, Norfolk’s Scope Arena is readying itself for what promises to be an exciting fight against Edwin De Los Santos of Dominica – this matchup set to headline an action-packed evening event for Norfolk boxing enthusiasts! An entourage featuring legendary trainer Brian “BoMac” McIntyre as well as boxing greats Terence Crawford and Shakur Stevenson can only aid Davis’ effort while this exciting matchup promises an action-packed family evening of boxing action!
Edwin De Los Santos knows this fight represents an opportunity to redeem himself after suffering his first setback seven months prior. Let’s dive deep into its statistics, strategies and stakes so as to discover what could tip the scales in such an intriguing contest.
Comparative Analysis: Keyshawn Davis vs. Edwin De Los Santos
Despite having only four years of professional experience, Keyshawn Davis has capitalized on every opportunity, transitioning smoothly from an illustrious amateur career into the pro ranks. Currently unbeaten with a record of 13-0, including nine knockouts, Davis boasts a knockout ratio of 69.23% and claimed the WBO lightweight title by defeating Ukrainian Denys Berinchyk. His total of 272 rounds fought underscores his relentless pursuit and readiness for the upcoming challenge.
Edwin De Los Santos, with a more extended tenure in the professional arena since 2018, holds a record of 16 wins and 2 losses, along with a higher knockout rate of 87.5% through 14 stoppages. Despite previous defeats, he has never been stopped, showcasing his resilience within the ring.
Looking at their physical attributes, Davis holds a slight edge in height at 5’9″ (175 cm) over De Los Santos’ 5’8″ (173 cm), though they share an identical reach of 70 inches (178 cm). This fight also presents an intriguing orthodox versus southpaw dynamic, with Davis fighting orthodox and De Los Santos as a southpaw, promising a tactical battle for dominance.
While both fighters are expected to weigh similar to their previous fights at 134 1/4 pounds, bookmakers predict Keyshawn Davis to come out ahead based on odds alone; however, boxing’s unpredictable nature always allows room for surprises.
Edwin De Los Santos brings immense power and experience into any fight, while Keyshawn Davis stands out with agility, accuracy, and strategic intelligence that has been developed through top-tier training. Davis appears the more likely victor; chances favor either unanimous decision or late round knockout as paths to victory – fans should expect an exciting fight when these two fighters step into the ring together!