Conor Benn has been given a “fair warning” to “stay away from” a former world champion, who believes the 29-year-old is well beneath his level.
‘The Destroyer’ remained in the win column last month, comfortably outpointing Regis Prograis on the undercard of Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov.
This followed his middleweight rematch with Chris Eubank Jr in November, when Benn exacted his revenge with a unanimous decision victory after losing their first encounter by the same verdict.
The Brit then fought Prograis, who later announced his retirement, at a catchweight of 150lbs, dominating their 10-round contest in his first outing since signing with Zuffa Boxing.
As the WBC’s highest-ranked contender at 147lbs, Benn is now targeting a shot at world welterweight champion Ryan Garcia, and has named the likes of Devin Haney, Shakur Stevenson and Rolando Romero as other US fighters he aims to beat.
Benn and Garcia are likely to collide later this year, but regardless of whether their fight materialises, the Brit has been urged to steer clear of one particular fighter.
While campaigning at 140lbs, Keyshawn Davis has not ruled out a move up in weight for the right opportunity, especially if it involves an encounter with Benn.
At the same time, though, the 27-year-old has told several media outlets, including Fight Hype, that it would be in Benn’s best interest to leave him alone.
“Conor Benn – you better stay away from me. I’m just giving you a fair warning – you better stay away from me. Leave me alone if you wanna stay in that position.”
After dethroning Denys Berinchyk for the WBO lightweight title in February 2025, Davis returned to action earlier this year and stopped Jamaine Ortiz in round 12.
‘The Businessman’ is now gearing up for a rematch with Nahir Albright this weekend, hoping to prove himself as one of the flagship operators at super-lightweight before an eventual move up.
