Keyshawn Davis Crowned New Lightweight Champion After Spectacular Fourth-Round Knockout

In a thrilling display of skill and power, Keyshawn Davis emerged as the new WBO lightweight champion after a decisive victory over Denys Berinchyk. The bout, held at the iconic Madison Square Garden Theater in New York, concluded with a dramatic fourth-round stoppage.

The referee called an end to the fight at 1:45 of the fourth round when Berinchyk, floored for the second time by a devastating body shot, was unable to continue. Davis, showcasing his superior technique and strategy, dominated the match from the outset.

Despite facing an awkward opponent, Davis maintained control throughout the fight. He noted, “The only challenge was adapting to his quick in-and-out movement, which was faster than I anticipated.”

The size difference between the two fighters was apparent from the beginning, with Davis clearly having the advantage. The early rounds were marked by some messy exchanges, with the referee working hard to maintain order.

In the third round, Davis landed a crucial left hook to Berinchyk’s body, sending the Ukrainian to the canvas. The fourth round saw Davis following his corner’s advice to avoid unnecessary risks, ultimately leading to the fight-ending body shot that secured his victory and the championship title.

This win improves Davis’ record to an impressive 13-0 with 9 knockouts, while Berinchyk suffers his first loss, now standing at 19-1. The new champion expressed his readiness to face any challenger in the lightweight division, signaling an exciting future for the weight class.

Davis also revealed that he received valuable advice from multi-division champion Terence Crawford, who accurately predicted a body shot would end the fight. This victory cements Davis’ position as a rising star in the lightweight division and sets the stage for potentially thrilling matchups in the future.