Kenny Davis Jr. to defend WBC USA lightweight title on Aug 28 in Reno

RENO — Let's Get It On Promotions and the Silver Legacy Resort Casino have announced the return of world-class professional boxing on Friday, August 28, in Downtown Reno, Nevada.

Main Event: WBC USA Lightweight Title Defense

Fresh off his thrilling return home this past March, Reno's "Biggest Lil' Bomber" Kenny Davis Jr. will aim to make another successful defense of his WBC USA lightweight title against battle-tested Matt Conway of Pittsburgh, PA, in the night's ten-round main event.

"It feels great to be defending my WBC US title again in Reno, Nevada," said Davis. "Reno is in for a treat as they will get a chance to witness firsthand the most dangerous Kenny Davis anyone has seen yet. I am ready to go to war."

Full Fight Card

Northern Nevada's top professional talents will be featured in what promises to be an action-packed night:

Confirmed Bouts

• Miguel "Tito" Elizondo (2-0) — Carson City, NV — Four-round super featherweight bout (opponent TBA)
• Joshua Nelson (1-0, 1 KO) — Reno, NV — Four-round lightweight bout vs. Darion Hall (1-2) of Fresno, CA
• Mario Hernandez — Reno, NV — Six-round light heavyweight bout vs. Frankie Solomon Jr. of Tampa, FL
• Harley Sampson — Reno, NV — Four-round junior welterweight bout (opponent TBA)
• Christian Avalos — Carson City, NV — Four-round lightweight attraction

Additional bouts to be announced.

Davis Reflects on Homecoming Victory

After fighting away from home for the majority of his career, Davis (16-2-1, 4 KOs) packed the Grande Exposition Hall in March and delivered an eight-round decision to successfully defend his title against rugged Orlando Zepeda.

"The majority of my fights have been on the road, so to display my skills in my backyard was a very special moment for me," Davis recalled. "To be a part of bringing professional boxing back to Northern Nevada was a huge moment for me."

Step Up in Competition

With eyes on advancing up the rankings, Davis will face former regional champion Matt Conway (23-5-1, 10 KOs) in what could be the toughest fight of his career to date.

"Matt Conway is game and I am expecting him to come in at his best," Davis said. "A WBC title shot tends to bring out the best of my opponents, so I am expecting a determined Matt Conway to show up on August 28th. I have firm belief that my skills are among the best in the world. My name belongs with the top lightweights in the world and I will demonstrate that fight night."

Event Details

• Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
• First Bell: 7:00 PM
• Venue: Grande Exposition Hall, Silver Legacy Resort Casino
• Address: 407 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89501
• Tickets: Available now at the Silver Legacy box office or via Ticketmaster.com

Card subject to change.

About Let's Get It On Promotions

Reno, Nevada-based Let's Get It On Promotions was founded in 2000 by Hall of Fame boxing referee Mills Lane. In early 2005, he was joined by sons Terry and Tommy in the operations of the company. Since then, they have promoted boxing events internationally on various media platforms, worked with several of the world's top prospects and contenders, and guided fighters to world title opportunities.

This article first appeared on Fights Around The World and was syndicated with permission.