Davis and Carrington Thrill NYC Fans in Ring6 Undercard Recap
At Madison Square Garden, two rising American boxing stars showcased their talents with impressive performances, thrilling fans and setting the stage for their futures in the sport.
Davis and Carrington Thrill NYC Fans in Ring6 Undercard Recap
Keyshawn Davis Shines in Knockout Victory
Keyshawn Davis returned to the ring solidly in a new weight category, overcoming past challenges. Hailing from Norfolk, Virginia, Davis improved his record to 14 wins and 10 knockouts following a dramatic bout against Jamaine Ortiz from Worcester, Massachusetts.
Davis entered the match with a few concerns lingering from previous weigh-in issues. However, he quickly silenced critics with a sensational performance. The fight showcased his skill in body punching, resulting in Ortiz being the first opponent knocked out by Davis, mirroring struggles faced by notable fighters Teofimo Lopez and Vasily Lomachenko.
- Round 11: Davis scores first knockdown with a body shot.
- Round 12: Referee stops the contest at 2:47 after a second knockdown.
“I just want to put on a great performance,” Davis remarked confidently post-fight. He further expressed interest in facing champions like Devin Haney moving forward.
Bruce Carrington Captures WBC World Featherweight Title
In another electrifying matchup, Bruce Carrington, known as “Shu Shu,” clinched the WBC World Featherweight title after defeating Mexico’s Carlos Castro. The Brooklyn native improved his record to 17 wins, with 10 knockouts, dramatically breaking a local curse at Madison Square Garden.
The bout was fiercely contested, with Castro initially finding success in the early rounds. However, half-way through the ninth round, Carrington unleashed a powerful combination that ended the match decisively.
- Round 9: Carrington knocks down Castro with a series of hooks.
“I expected a tough fight but knew I would finish strong,” Carrington stated, emphasizing his ambitions to challenge other champions in his weight class.
Other Notable Bouts
Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller faced Kingsley Ibeh in the heavyweight division. Known for his charisma, Miller secured a split-decision win while humorously reflecting on a toupee incident during the fight. He aims to remain active, looking for another match within weeks.
Undercard Results
The undercard featured Austin “Ammo” Williams, who faced Wendy Toussaint in a last-minute match. Williams earned a victory, maintaining his unbeaten record while Toussaint proved to be a tough competitor.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabian boxer Ziyad ‘Zizo’ Almaayouf suffered his first loss to Kevin Castillo after an unexpected tough fight in the super lightweight category.
The thrilling events at Madison Square Garden not only celebrated the prowess of Davis and Carrington but also left fans eagerly anticipating their next moves in the boxing arena.