On December 14th, Gervonta “Tank” Davis is set to defend his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach Jr. in a much-anticipated event in Houston, Texas. This match, which will be aired on PBC via Prime Video PPV, brings with it the excitement of high-stakes boxing. However, the choice of Roach as Davis’ opponent has stirred
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The World Boxing Association’s (WBA) recent decision to allow Lamont Roach to challenge Gervonta “Tank” Davis for the WBA lightweight title while retaining his super featherweight belt has sparked outrage among boxing enthusiasts. Fans argue that this move undermines the competitive integrity of the sport, as it appears to enable Davis to continue defending his
In the world of boxing, rivalries often fuel narratives that extend beyond the ring. The latest episode in this ongoing saga involves two fighters: Edgar Berlanga and Gervonta “Tank” Davis. In a dramatic turn of events, Berlanga has made headlines by declaring that Davis is “not allowed in Puerto Rico.” The remarks stem from Davis’s
The boxing world is abuzz with conflicting reports about Gervonta “Tank” Davis, a prominent figure in the lightweight division. Leonard Ellerbe, Davis’s promoter, recently dispelled rumors surrounding a potential fight with rising star Jose ‘Rayo’ Valenzuela, emphasizing that negotiations were nonexistent due to Valenzuela’s unavailability. This announcement has sparked a critical examination of Davis’s upcoming
After an impressive defense of his IBO super featherweight title against former two-time champion Josh Warrington, Anthony Cacace is contemplating a move to the lightweight division. At 35 years old, the time could not be more critical for the Belfast native, whose record now stands at 23 wins, 1 loss, and 8 knockouts. The prospect
In an attempt to regain relevance in the boxing world, Teofimo Lopez recently issued a call out to prominent fighter Gervonta “Tank” Davis during the media coverage of the Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga weigh-in event. Lopez expressed his desire to face Davis, stating, “He ain’t fighting, and I ain’t fighting. I’m ready.” This assertion,
The boxing world has recently been buzzing about the potential for a highly anticipated doubleheader card featuring two of its rising stars: Gervonta “Tank” Davis and David Benavidez. Scheduled for December 14th, this event threatens to reshape audience interest in a sport often plagued by mismatches and low-profile bouts. PBC’s strategy to unite these two
Upon closer evaluation of Andre Ward’s argument, it becomes evident that Terence Crawford’s place in the conversation for the Face of Boxing is questionable at best. While Ward compares Crawford to the likes of Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis, there are significant discrepancies in terms of popularity and marketability that set Crawford apart. Canelo
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight titleholder, has recently come under fire for his upcoming fight against Joe Cordina in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match has been criticized for various reasons, including Cordina’s recent knockout loss, lack of experience at the 135 weight class, and overall low demand from the public. With little to no recognition
In the world of boxing, rumors and fake news often circulate, misleading fans and creating unnecessary hype. Recently, a popular YouTube channel reported that a unification match between Shakur Stevenson and Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis was a done deal for November 23rd. However, WBC lightweight champion Stevenson quickly shut down these rumors, labeling them as “fake.”
The recent news of Vasily Lomachenko deciding to take the remainder of the year off and postpone the highly-anticipated unification match with Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis until 2025 has left many boxing fans disappointed. The bout between IBF lightweight champion Lomachenko and WBA champion Tank Davis was eagerly awaited for November, but negotiations fell apart when
The highly anticipated unification fight between lightweight champions Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Vasily Lomachenko seems to be on hold for now. Lomachenko’s manager, Egis Klimas, recently stated that Loma is currently lacking the motivation to step into the ring with Tank Davis. According to Klimas, Lomachenko believes that he cannot properly prepare for a fight
Former multi-weight world champion Roy Jones Jr. believes that Gervonta Davis is a special talent in the sport of boxing due to his ability to set up his opponents and then unleash his powerful punches, reminiscent of Mike Tyson. However, despite Davis’ impressive record of 30-0 with 28 knockouts, there are still significant criticisms regarding
Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis’ assistant coach, Kenny Ellis, recently stated that Ryan Garcia has squandered his chance for a rematch against Davis following a racist rant last Thursday night. Ellis believes that Davis will never entertain the idea of a rematch with Garcia after the controversial incident. This decision could potentially be detrimental to Davis’ career
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is set to showcase his skills against Artem Harutyunyan in the main event on ESPN at the Prudential Center in Newark. Top Rank has carefully selected Harutyunyan as the opponent, considering factors such as lack of power, recent losses, inactivity, and age. It is speculated that this matchup was