Keyshawn Davis Addresses Banana and Watermelon Prank
After today’s press conference, Keyshawn Davis spoke to the media about a peculiar incident involving a box of bananas and watermelons delivered to his hotel room. According to Davis, the box was sent by an anonymous source, but he strongly believes it was the work of WBO lightweight champion Denys Berinchyk. During the press conference, Davis treated this as a proven fact, getting visibly worked up and creating a dramatic scene. However, his acting skills seemed somewhat underdeveloped and the drama felt a bit staged.
The Delivery Incident
Keyshawn Davis described the incident in detail: "Housekeeping showed up at my room and said, ‘Here’s something for you.’ I wasn’t there, but my friend was, and he asked what it was. The guy kept insisting on bringing it in. So my friend said, ‘F*** it, bring it in.’" Upon opening the box, Davis found a note and a selection of bananas and watermelons. He immediately suspected Berinchyk, citing the note’s poor English and the reference to "businesswomen," a term Berinchyk had used to describe him the previous day. Davis used this incident to paint Berinchyk as a racist and to personalize the fight, claiming it made the upcoming match more significant for him.
Playing the Victim
The issue with Davis’s narrative is that the term "businesswoman" was heard by everyone present, including fans and media, when Berinchyk used it. Therefore, anyone could have sent the box and note, not just Berinchyk. By treating it as a fact that Berinchyk was behind the prank, Davis appears to be playing the victim, attempting to garner sympathy and create additional hype for the fight. His behavior and claims suggest a calculated effort to distract and possibly provoke his opponent.
Davis’s Confidence
Despite the controversy, Davis remains confident about the fight. He stated, "I feel like his style is going to play right into mine. It’s going to be an easy fight, a first-round knockout. He’s just so small. You’ve seen the size difference up there. He keeps talking about me making weight as if my making weight was ever a problem. He sees himself that I’m big. He’s got some worry in him, and that’s why he brought those bananas and watermelons to my room." Davis’s comments highlight his belief in his physical advantage and his intention to leverage this to his benefit.
Weight Issues and Size Advantage
Berinchyk’s emphasis on Davis making weight is not unfounded. This week, Davis has looked significantly drained and scrawny, which raises concerns about his conditioning and weight management. Keyshawn is known for his large frame and often rehydrates to a substantial size after making weight for his lightweight fights. Critics have pointed out that Davis’s natural weight and size suggest he should be fighting in the welterweight division. However, by fighting at 135 pounds, Davis gains a notable size advantage over his opponents, a strategy that has worked in his favor in the past.
The Reality of Keyshawn’s Challenges
While Davis’s size and weight advantage might play to his benefit, it’s worth noting that his skills and record may not be as formidable as he claims. If he were to fight at welterweight, Keyshawn would face significant challenges against top contenders like Jaron Ennis. His success in lightweight is partly due to this size differential, and it’s evident that he carefully selects opponents to maintain this advantage. This strategy, though effective, has drawn criticism from fans and media who question his willingness to compete at his natural weight.
