NORFOLK, Va. — Nearly one year removed from the only loss of his professional career, Kelvin Davis is stepping back into the spotlight with something to prove.
The 29-year-old contender will return to his hometown on Saturday, May 16, facing veteran Peter Dobson in a 10-round welterweight showdown at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia—part of a stacked fight night headlined by a high-stakes rematch.
Kelvin Davis Eyes Redemption in Welterweight Debut
Davis (15-1, 8 KOs), the older brother of rising star Keyshawn Davis, is looking to bounce back after a hard-fought majority decision loss to Nahir Albright last June.
That fight, a back-and-forth battle, saw Davis rally late and even earn a draw on one judge’s scorecard. Now, he moves up to welterweight, aiming to reestablish himself in a new division.
Standing in his way is Peter Dobson (17-3, 10 KOs), a seasoned 35-year-old from the Bronx who has tested himself against top competition, including bouts with Conor Benn and once-unbeaten Jakil Hacket.
Yan Santana Looks to Stay Perfect in Featherweight Clash
Also featured on the card, unbeaten Dominican puncher Yan Santana (16-0, 13 KOs) continues his push toward a world title opportunity.
Santana faces experienced contender Cristian Cruz Chacon (24-7-2, 12 KOs) in a 10-round featherweight bout, with the rising prospect aiming to become the first fighter to stop Cruz.
Santana enters the fight with strong momentum, going 3-0 in 2025, including a fifth-round stoppage victory in his last outing.
Meanwhile, Cruz has quietly rebuilt form, going 2-0-1 in his last three fights, including a win over Jeremy Hill and a competitive draw with Muhammad Yaquobov.
Stacked Card Headlined by Keyshawn Davis vs. Nahir Albright II
The Norfolk event is anchored by a compelling 12-round super lightweight rematch between Keyshawn Davis and Nahir Albright, a bout fueled by their closely contested first meeting.
Also featured, Brian Norman Jr., a former world champion, returns in a 10-round welterweight co-feature against Canada’s Josh Wagner.
How to Watch
The full fight card, including:
- Keyshawn Davis vs. Nahir Albright II
- Brian Norman Jr. vs. Josh Wagner
- Kelvin Davis vs. Peter Dobson
- Yan Santana vs. Cristian Cruz Chacon
will stream live on DAZN beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
The event is promoted by Top Rank, in association with RDR Promotions, with tickets available via Ticketmaster and the Scope Arena box office.
Why This Fight Matters
For Kelvin Davis, this isn’t just another fight—it’s a career reset moment.
A win over a battle-tested opponent like Dobson in front of a hometown crowd could launch him back into contention, while a loss would raise serious questions about his ceiling at welterweight.
At the same time, Yan Santana’s rise adds intrigue to the card, as the unbeaten contender inches closer to a potential title shot in a loaded featherweight division.
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Executive Writer, and Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a passion for Combat Sports and is also a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s also a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer. He’s also the main photographer for the 4CornersMafia Car Club.
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