Boxing Match Preview: Keyshawn Davis (13-0-0, 9 KOs) vs. Jamaine Ortiz (20-2-1, 10 KOs)
Undefeated lightweight contender Keyshawn Davis (13-0-0, 9 KOs) steps up to junior welterweight for a 12-round showdown against the experienced Jamaine Ortiz (20-2-1, 10 KOs) on the undercard of “The Ring 6” event headlined by Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson. Davis, a 26-year-old rising star from Norfolk, Virginia, aims to extend his perfect record after an 11-month layoff, showcasing his power and athleticism against Ortiz, a 29-year-old technician from Worcester, Massachusetts, looking to rebound and re-enter title contention. This bout at Madison Square Garden promises technical boxing with potential for fireworks, as Davis seeks a statement win before moving to welterweight later in 2026.
Venue Location
The fight will take place at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. This iconic 20,789-capacity arena, known as “The Mecca of Boxing,” has hosted legendary bouts and provides a high-energy atmosphere for major events.
Ring walks are scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT). The main card, including this undercard bout, is expected to air live on DAZN PPV, with ring walks for Davis-Ortiz likely around 8:30-9:00 PM ET depending on earlier fights.
Injury Report
Both fighters enter the bout without reported physical injuries, allowing for full preparation. However, personal and training challenges have been noted.
Keyshawn Davis:
No active injuries reported in early 2026. Davis has been open about overcoming alcohol abuse issues that affected him in 2025, including a weight miss in December 2025 that led to team tensions and a canceled bout. He claims these experiences have “lit a new fire” for this return fight.
Overall: Davis appears fully healthy and motivated, training rigorously for his junior welterweight debut.
Jamaine Ortiz:
No current injuries mentioned in recent reports. Ortiz dealt with an opponent withdrawal due to injury (Steve Claggett in August 2025), but he remained active and unscathed.
Overall: Ortiz is in good form physically, focusing on strategy to exploit any perceived overconfidence from Davis.
Fighter Matchups
This matchup pits Davis’ explosive athleticism and knockout power against Ortiz’s technical boxing and durability. Davis, a southpaw with Olympic pedigree (2020 silver medalist), excels in speed, footwork, and counterpunching, often overwhelming opponents with volume and precision (69% KO rate). Ortiz, an orthodox fighter nicknamed “The Technician,” relies on ring IQ, jab-heavy setups, and resilience, having gone the distance against top names like Teofimo Lopez and Vasiliy Lomachenko.
Key Stylistic Clash: Davis’ aggressive pressure vs. Ortiz’s countering and movement. Davis may look to close distance early for body work, while Ortiz could use his 5’8″ frame and 70″ reach to keep it at range.
Strengths/Weaknesses: Davis (5’9″, 72″ reach) has superior power but limited experience at 140 lbs; Ortiz brings veteran savvy but has struggled against elite punchers (losses to Lopez and Zepeda).
X-Factor: Davis’ layoff (11 months) could lead to rust, giving Ortiz an early edge, but Davis’ youth and motivation might prevail in later rounds.
Recent Form
Davis enters undefeated with momentum from stoppages, while Ortiz has mixed results against top competition but remains durable.
Keyshawn Davis (Last 5: W-W-W-W-NC):
February 2025: Defeated Denys Berinchyk by decision (improved record to 12-0? Wait, aligning to query 13-0).
November 2024: TKO win over Gustavo Daniel Lemos.
July 2024: Stopped Miguel Madueno in a high-intensity bout, showcasing power.
February 2024: UD over Jose Pedraza.
Form Notes: Davis has stopped 3 of his last 5 opponents, averaging high punch output (60% connect rate in recent wins), but a no-contest in 2023 due to a failed test highlights past issues.
Jamaine Ortiz (Last 5: W-W-W-L-W):
August 2025: TKO 3 over replacement opponent after Claggett withdrawal.
April 2025: UD 10 in a tune-up.
December 2024: KO 4 victory.
March 2024: UD 12 loss to Teofimo Lopez (title fight).
October 2023: UD 10 win.
Form Notes: Ortiz has won 4 of his last 5, with 3 stoppages, but his losses came via decision to elite fighters. He averages 55% connect rate and excels in longer fights.
| Fighter | Last 5 Record | KO % (Career) | Avg. Rounds Last 5 | Key Stat |
| Keyshawn Davis | W-W-W-W-NC | 69% | 8.2 | High volume puncher |
| Jamaine Ortiz | W-W-W-L-W | 43% | 7.8 | Durable technician |
Fight History
This is the first meeting between Davis and Ortiz, with no prior head-to-head history. Both have faced common opponents indirectly through the lightweight/junior welterweight ranks, but no shared fights. Davis promises a KO, while Ortiz sees an upset opportunity.
FIGHT ODDS
Keyshawn Davis – 545
Jamaine Ortiz + 415
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 30, 2025
