Davis withdraws from Haney fight after rejecting purse split
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 12:18 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Keyshawn Davis will not challenge Devin Haney for the welterweight title after rejecting the WBO's purse bid adjudication for the bout. This decision, announced on August 1, 2026, marks a significant turn in Davis's pursuit of a title match against Haney. The absence of this fight leaves both fighters' future schedules uncertain. Haney, as the reigning champion, awaits potential challengers following Davis's withdrawal.
- •Keyshawn Davis declines purse bid for Haney bout.
- •Davis pulls out, impacting future title opportunities.
- •Announcement made by the WBO on August 1, 2026.
- •Devin Haney remains the welterweight champion.
- 1:07 AMESPN — Davis rejects purse split, pulls out of Haney bout
"The WBO announced Friday that Keyshawn Davis will not proceed with challenging welterweight champion Devin Haney after declining the purse bid adjudication for the bout.
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