Sat Dec 21 21:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Boxing Undercard: Late Replacement Davis Confident Against Bohachuk in Riyadh Showdown

**Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** – Ishmael Davis, stepping in as a late replacement just weeks before the fight, is brimming with confidence ahead of his junior middleweight clash against Serhii Bohachuk this Saturday. The bout will feature on the undercard of the highly anticipated Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury II.

Despite the short preparation time, Davis claims to have studied Bohachuk’s fighting style, highlighting perceived weaknesses in the Ukrainian’s tactical IQ. “He’s a pressure fighter, a straight-come-forward guy,” Davis stated, adding, “My IQ beats him, and I get the win.” Davis believes his superior boxing skills will allow him to outsmart Bohachuk, contrasting his opponent with his previous foe, Josh Kelly, whom he described as a negative fighter.

This will be the second consecutive fight where Davis has filled in for an injured opponent. He narrowly lost a majority decision to Josh Kelly in September.

Bohachuk (24-2, 23 KOs), known for his aggressive style, has also faced late replacement opponents in the past. While he secured a decisive victory over Brian Mendoza in March, the fight served as a reminder that underestimating opponents can lead to unexpected challenges.

For Bohachuk, victory over Davis would pave the way for bigger fights in 2025. A win for Davis, however, could be his career-defining moment, potentially leading to further high-profile opportunities. The fight promises an intriguing matchup between a confident late replacement and a powerful, yet potentially vulnerable, contender.

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