Keyshawn Davis Faces Tough Test Against Jamaine Ortiz

The bright lights of Madison Square Garden set the perfect stage for a high-stakes clash as Keyshawn Davis and Jamaine Ortiz square off in the co-main event of the Ring 6 boxing card. With both fighters bringing impressive resumes and compelling storylines, fans are on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this super lightweight showdown unfolds. The bout, scheduled for January 31, 2026, is already generating buzz across the boxing world—and for good reason.

Keyshawn Davis, just 26 years old, steps into the ring with a pristine professional record of 13-0, boasting nine knockouts. Once the WBO Lightweight Champion, Davis’s career has seen both dazzling highs and recent turbulence. After clinching the title with a thunderous fourth-round knockout of Denis Berinchyk in February 2025, Davis’s reign was cut short not in the ring, but on the scales. He lost his title after missing weight by a full four pounds ahead of his first planned defense against Edwin de los Santos. That setback forced him to reset and refocus, and tonight marks his super lightweight debut—a move many see as both a risk and an opportunity.

Across the ring stands Jamaine Ortiz, a 29-year-old former title challenger with a record of 20-2 and 10 knockouts to his name. Ortiz is riding a wave of momentum, having secured three consecutive victories since his hard-fought loss to Teofimo Lopez, the current WBO and The Ring super lightweight champion. Ortiz’s resume is nothing to scoff at: his only other defeat came at the hands of Vasiliy Lomachenko, and he’s proven his finishing power with two stoppages in his last three outings, including a third-round TKO over Ambiorix Bautista in August 2025.

On paper, this matchup is a classic test of power versus resilience. Davis is widely regarded as one of the best power punchers in the sport today. His ability to unload a barrage of heavy shots early in fights has left many opponents reeling—nine of his 13 wins have come by knockout, and his last two victories were finished in the fourth and second rounds respectively. This is just his second fight at 140 pounds, but Davis’s physical advantages are clear: he stands an inch taller than Ortiz at 5’9” and has a one-inch reach advantage (70” to 69”).

But Ortiz is no stranger to adversity. He’s been the gatekeeper to the elite in the division, and his awkward, lunging style has frustrated even the best. Neither Lomachenko nor Lopez managed to put him away before the final bell, and remarkably, Ortiz has never been knocked down in his professional career. His ability to weather storms and counterpunch effectively makes him a tricky puzzle for any opponent.

Betting markets reflect Davis’s perceived edge. According to DraftKings Sportsbook, Davis enters as a hefty -700 favorite, with Ortiz listed as a +450 underdog. FanDuel Sportsbook offers similar odds, putting Davis at -550 and Ortiz at +420. The over/under for rounds is set at 10.5 or 11.5, depending on the book, with the over favored—suggesting that many expect the fight to go the distance. Davis’s odds to win by decision are +115, while a KO/TKO victory is priced at +120 or +130, depending on the source. Ortiz, meanwhile, is a +750 underdog for both a decision or stoppage win.

There’s no shortage of intrigue surrounding Davis’s return. After a year away from the ring and the disappointment of losing his title on the scales, he’s got something to prove. But questions linger: how will he handle the jump to super lightweight? Will his speed and power translate against a rugged, durable opponent like Ortiz?

According to Jaren Kawada, a seasoned combat sports writer, “There are a lot of unknowns with Davis entering this fight, as he makes his 140-pound debut after a disastrous end to 2025. The former lightweight champion does not return in a title fight, but he is given an opportunity to shine against a well-known fighter in a new division.”

Kawada continues, “Throughout his career, Ortiz has been the gatekeeper to the elite. His awkward style has only been solved by two fighters, Vasiliy Lomachenko and Teofimo Lopez, neither of whom was able to put him away before the final bell.” That’s high praise for Ortiz’s toughness, and it underscores the challenge Davis faces tonight.

Still, Davis’s camp is confident. His recent wins over unorthodox fighters like Denis Berinchyk and Gustavo Lemos—who landed just 37 punches combined in four rounds—suggest he’s ready for the awkward angles Ortiz presents. Davis’s elite striking ability, combined with his physical advantages, should allow him to control the pace and dictate the terms of engagement. As one analysis puts it, “Dealing with Davis’s power is an enormous task for opponents, as it is hard to handle when he unloads a large volume of punches early in a contest.”

Yet, Ortiz’s own recent form can’t be ignored. Since his title challenge loss to Lopez, he’s been on a tear, winning three straight and stopping two opponents inside the distance. His third-round TKO of Ambiorix Bautista in August 2025 was a statement, showing he’s not just a survivor—he’s a threat.

So, what’s the smart money say? Predictions are split. Some see Davis’s power as the deciding factor, favoring a knockout. Others, like Kawada, point to Ortiz’s durability and craftiness, predicting that Davis will need to go the full distance to secure victory. “Ortiz is a difficult fighter to pin down and has yet to be knocked down in his career. Neither Lomachenko nor Lopez came close to stopping Ortiz, making it unlikely that Davis will. Davis is in a good position to shine in his new division, but he will need the judges to give him the victory,” Kawada notes.

With both men hungry and the stakes high, this fight promises fireworks. Will Davis announce his arrival at super lightweight with another highlight-reel knockout, or will Ortiz’s grit and guile force the judges to decide? As the fighters make their final preparations and the crowd buzzes with anticipation, one thing is clear: tonight’s co-main event is a must-watch for boxing fans everywhere.

As the bell draws near, all eyes remain fixed on the ring. Whether it’s Davis’s power or Ortiz’s resilience that prevails, Madison Square Garden is set for a memorable night of boxing. Stay tuned as the action unfolds—this one’s far from over!