Josh Kelly Wins Close Fight Against Ishmael Davis

On September 21 at Wembley Stadium in London, UK, during the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois, a middleweight bout (up to 72.5 kg) took place between Josh Kelly (16-1-1, 8 KOs) and Ishmael Davis (13-1, 6 KOs).

The 12-round battle ended with Kelly securing a majority decision victory. The judges scored it 115-113 (Kelly), 115-114 (Kelly), and 114-114, marking Kelly's 6th consecutive win and handing Davis the first loss of his career.

Fight Statistics

Kelly landed 97 of 331 punches (29.3%), while Davis connected with 84 of 338 (24.9%).

Josh landed 40 of 140 jabs (28.6%), while Davis managed 25 of 150 (16.7%).

In terms of power punches, Kelly landed 57 of 191 (29.8%), with Davis being slightly more accurate, landing 59 of 188 (31.4%).

Kelly landed 19 body shots, with 17 being power punches, while Davis landed 24 body shots, 17 of which were also power punches.