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• Mike Tyson Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Gervonta Davis Should Have Lost To Lamont Roach

has weighed in on the controversial draw between and Jr. Davis put his WBA Lightweight World Title on the line as a heavy favourite against Roach, who was moving up from super-featherweight for the challenge. The fight was much more competitive than most expected, with Roach willing to trade with the notorious knockout artist and […]...2025
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• Shakur Stevenson Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Lamont Roach Beats Gervonta Davis In Rematch

Gervonta Davis looks set for a rematch against Lamont Roach Jr following their controversial draw. Shakur Stevenson has weighed in on whether or not his championship rival can get a convincing win this time around. Roach entered the ring a heavy underdog against big-punching WBA Lightweight World Champion ‘Tank’ Davis, but flipped the script over […]...2025
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• Gervonta Davis Rival Offers Lamont Roach Jr World Title Shot Instead Of ‘Tank’ Rematch

Lamont Roach Jr looks to have been offered another shot at a world lightweight title after drawing with Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis. The 29-year-old from Washington, D.C. put on the performance of a lifetime against the WBA lightweight champion Davis in their bout on March 1, taking the 31-year-old all the way in a competitive 12-round […]...2025
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• Shakur Stevenson Predicts Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr Rematch: “That’s The Truth”

has offered his take on the vs Jr rematch. Davis and Roach are likely to meet again this summer following their controversial first meeting at the Barclays Center in New York in March. ‘Tank’ was defending his WBA lightweight title in the fight, with many boxing fans expecting to see another highlight reel knockout from […]...2025
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• Paulie Malignaggi Gives Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach Rematch Verdict: “He’s Mentally Weak”

The vs rematch is expected to take place this summer. Davis put his WBA lightweight title on the line against Roach in March, in a fight that many boxing fans expected ‘Tank’ to win with relative ease. It certainly didn’t transpire that way though, as Roach performed well throughout the bout, and ended thought he […]...2025
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• World Champion Vows To Beat Gervonta Davis ‘Easily’ When They Fight: “I’m Smarter Than Him”

has received an array of criticism following his performance against Jr earlier this month. The 30-year-old from Baltimore, Maryland regained his WBA lightweight title after the fight was declared a split decision draw following 12 closely fought rounds at the Barclays Center in New York City. Roach produced the performance of a lifetime against the […]...2025
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• Gervonta 'Tank' Davis KOs Frank Martin With Left Hook In 8 Rounds To Retain WBA Lightweight Title
Gervonta Davis scored a strong KO victory over Frank Martin, taking his record to 30-0. In his first fight in 14 months, Gervonta Davis took on Frank Martin at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, and while he appeared to be showing some signs of rust at first, he knocked out Martin with a left hook in just shy of 90 seconds of the 8th round to successfully defend his WBA Lightweight Champion...2024
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• Vasiliy Lomachenko expected to be out until December following shoulder surgery
The WBA lightweight champion suffered the injury during his May 12 victory over Jorge Linares...2018
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• Gervonta Davis Rival Offers Lamont Roach Jr World Title Shot Instead Of ‘Tank’ Rematch
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• Shakur Stevenson Predicts Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr Rematch: “That’s The Truth”
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• Canelo Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Gervonta Davis Should Have Lost Lamont Roach Fight

Gervonta Davis kept hold of his WBA Lightweight World Title this month in Brooklyn, fighting challenger Lamont Roach Jr to a controversial draw. Though ‘Tank’ stepped through the ropes a heavy favourite, Roach came to fight and was willing to trade with the big puncher from Baltimore to prove his worth. After twelve closely fought […]...2025
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• Gervonta Davis Reveals Reason For Why He Won't Sign With Turki Alalshikh

Gervonta Davis will defend his WBA Lightweight Championship on March 1st against Lamont Roach. Why won't Tank sign a contract with Turki Alalshikh?...2025
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• Gervonta Davis ‘Turned Down $15m’ To Face Undefeated Rival: “Then He Goes And Fights Lamont Roach”

has been accused of turning down a monumental offer to face an undefeated rival. The 30-year-old from Baltimore, Maryland has enjoyed a successful ascent to the pinnacle of the lightweight division over the last few years, where he currently holds the WBA lightweight title. ‘Tank’ is gearing up for his return to the ring on […]...2025
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• Tank says Haney fight was a set-up, plans to exit ‘garbage’ boxing
Gervonta Davis says an offer to face Devin Haney in Saudi Arabia was a set-up for him to lose unless he scored a knockout. The WBA lightweight champion, who is preparing to face Lamont Roach on March 1, had a lucrative contract to fight Haney during Riyadh Season. However, ‘Tank’ says if he’d accepted the… The post Tank says Haney fight was a set-up, plans to exit ...2025
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• Vasiliy Lomachenko Career Highlights
The lightweight division is undoubtedly one of the most stacked in boxing. Fans of the sport recently saw two of the division's biggest stars go up against each other as Gervonta Davis defeated Ryan Garcia with a crippling body shot to win the biggest fight of the year. Attention at Big Fight Weekend has now turned to May 20 as Devin Haney prepares to go up against Ukrainian superstar Vasiliy Loma...2023
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• Gervonta days away from his big challenge with Ryan Garcia – World Boxing Association
World Boxing Association (WBA) lightweight champion Gervonta Davis will face Ryan Garcia on April 22. With just over a week to go before the fight, the atmosphere in Las Vegas is heating up, Davis is a man of challenges and did not hesitate for a moment when the offer to face Garcia came his way. …The post Gervonta days away from his big challenge with Ryan Garcia – World Boxing Associatio...2023
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• Gervonta days away from his big challenge with Ryan Garcia
World Boxing Association (WBA) lightweight champion Gervonta Davis will face Ryan Garcia on April 22. With just over a week to go before the fight, the atmosphere in Las Vegas is heating up, Davis is a man of challenges and did not hesitate for a moment when the offer to face Garcia came his way. … Continue reading "Gervonta days away from his big challenge with Ryan Garcia "...2023
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• Gervonta Davis Was Set To Fight ‘The New Face Of Boxing’ Had He Beaten Lamont Roach
has confirmed that he will take an immediate rematch with Jr following a controversial draw, but that was not always the plan. ‘Tank’ Davis kept hold of his WBA Lightweight World Title in Brooklyn after twelve closely fought rounds with Roach – who was making his debut in the division – with scores of 115-113 […]...2025
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• Lamont Roach Finally Reacts To Commission’s Ruling On Gervonta Davis Taking A Knee

kept hold of his WBA Lightweight World Title in Brooklyn after a majority draw with Jr. Though Roach stepped through the ropes a heavy underdog, he impressed with his work and made it an extremely close twelve rounds. With scores of 115-113 to Davis and two 114-114s, the challenger was just a round away from […]...2025
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• WBA Issues Statement After Reviewing The ‘Evidence’ Of Gervonta Davis Knee Against Lamont Roach

The controversy from Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr’s draw in Brooklyn continues to unfold. ‘Tank’ Davis kept ahold of his WBA Lightweight World Title with the scores of 115-113 in his favour and two cards of 114-114. Crucially, however, the champion took a knee in the ninth round which was not called a knockdown […]...2025
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• Roach vs. Davis: Team Roach Moves to Overturn Ninth-Round Controversy

At the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, on March 1, Gervonta Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) defended his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs) in the main event of a Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) card which was available through Prime Video and PPV.com. Roach vs Davis ultimately ended in a controversial majority draw with scorecards of 115-113 for Davis and 114-114 x2. The ninth round ...2025
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• Shock Decision in Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Clash

Gervonta Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) and Lamont Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs) ended in a way few had predicted. While one judge the fight 115-113 for Davis, the other two saw it 114-114, resulting in a majority draw. With the result, Davis remains the WBA lightweight world champion. This was his second defence of the title after being promoted to full titlist. The fight headlined a Premier Boxing Champions (P...2025
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• Tank vs. Roach Live Results

It’s fight day! Tank vs. Roach Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis battles Lamont Roach in the main event of a sold out event in the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York for the WBA Lightweight Title. Plus, two other titles are on the line and much more. You can check out the full results of the card […] The post Tank vs. Roach Live Results appeared first on Bodyslam.net....2025
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• Tank vs Roach: Live updates and results, 8 pm ET

Gervonta “Tank” Davis returns to face Lamont Roach tonight | Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images Gervonta “Tank” Davis returns to face Lamont Roach tonight on Prime Video PPV! Join us for live updates! Gervonta “Tank” Davis is back in action tonight, defending his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach in the main event of a PBC pay-per-view from Prime Video. Davis, 30, is fighting for the ...2025
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• Best Boxing Bets: Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach & More

Best Boxing Bets – On Saturday, March 1, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, Gervonta Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) will defend his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach (25-1-1, 10 KOs). The lightweight title fight will be the main event of a Prime PPV card, also available on PPV.com. Dan Rafael and TJ Rives have revealed their boxing best bets for the main event and undercard on Marc...2025
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• Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach: How to Stream, Betting Odds and Fight Card

Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach for the WBA lightweight title will take place on March 1 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. This will be the main event of a Prime PPV card, also available on PPV.com. “Tank” Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) returns to action for the first time after his one-sided KO win over Frank Martin. His opponent defeated Feargal McCrory in his previous fight, retain...2025
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• Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano meet again for pride and greatness

Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano meet again on Friday | Photo By Ed Mulholland / Sportsfile via Getty Images With their legacies secure, Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano meet again on Friday. Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will not be fighting for legacy in their rematch Friday night, in the featured undercard bout on the much-hyped Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight card from Texas. That’s beca...2024
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• Trainer Robert Garcia Reveals The Real Reason Gervonta Davis Took A Knee Against Lamont Roach

Top trainer believes he knows exactly why took a knee against . The controversial moment came earlier this month when ‘Tank’ was defending his WBA lightweight title against Roach at the Barclays Center in New York. It was expected to be a straightforward fight for Davis, but it turned out to be anything but that, […]...2025
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• Devin Haney Reveals How He Scored Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach: “I Saw It With My Own Two Eyes”

retained his WBA Lightweight World Title with a draw against challenger Jr this past weekend in Brooklyn, though many feel he was extremely lucky to do so. In a close-fought contest, the most notable moment was ‘Tank’ Davis taking a knee in the ninth round. Referee Steve Willis crucially did not call it a knockdown. […]...2025
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• Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach: Ryan Garcia Reacts to Knockdown Controversy
At the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on March 1, Gervonta Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) endured arguably his toughest time in the ring as he controversially held onto his WBA lightweight title, via a majority draw against Lamont Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs). The Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) card was available through Prime Video or PPV.com. Ryan Garcia soon shared his views via his X account on the controversi...2025
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• Gervonta Davis Addresses Calls for Lamont Roach Rematch

On March 1 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, Gervonta Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) was expected to defeat the respected but in many eyes, overmatched Lamont Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs). The fight headlined a Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) card with fans globally able to catch the action as a pay-per-view (PPV) on either Prime Video or PPV.com. It was far from straightforward for Tank, with the fight going ...2025
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• Gevonta Davis vs Lamont Roach – Results & Post-Fight Report

Gervonta Davis retained his WBA lightweight world title, but was held to a stunning majority decision draw by Lamont Roach in Brooklyn on Saturday. Davis was fortunate to have walked away unblemished after momentarily taking a knee in the ninth round, but referee Steve Willis did not award Roach a knockdown, a moment which proved […] The post Gevonta Davis vs Lamont Roach – Results �...2025
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• Gervonta Davis Reveals The Reason He Took A Knee In Controversial Draw With Lamont Roach

‘ fight with Lamont Roach was surrounded in controversy. Heading into the bout it was seen as being a straightforward win for Davis, but it turned out to be nothing of the sort, as he was pushed all the way by the challenger in their clash for the WBA lightweight title. The controversial moment came […]...2025
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• Shock Decision in Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Clash
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• Title Fights From Around the World: Lightweight KO Involving Stephanie Han

Today, boxing world title fights take place around the globe and are more accessible to watch than ever before. Sometimes, championship bouts do not receive as much attention and go underreported. Big Fight Weekend commits to writing about boxing news, previews and recaps. As such, the site now has a recurring segment on championship bouts – from around the world from the past week. The focus of t...2025
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• Valenzuela vs Russell joins Tank vs Roach on Mar. 1

PBC’s March 1st “Tank” Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr show is officially a title doubleheader, as “Rayo” Valenzuela will battle Gary Antuanne Russell in the co-feature Despite some odd comments on Gervonta “Tank” Davis’ part, he’s still officially set to defend his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach Jr on March 1st, and PBC announced today that Jose “Rayo” Valenzuela will meet Gary Antuanne Russ...2025
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• Gervonta Davis vs Frank Martin to reportedly headline PBC PPV

Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images Gervonta Davis will be making his first defense as sole WBA lightweight champion 10 months after last stepping foot in the ring, Gervonta “Tank” Davis has his next dance partner. Mike Coppinger reports that Davis and Frank Martin have agreed to headline a PBC pay-per-view “in late spring/early summer.” Davis (29-0, 27 KO) got off to a red-hot start in 2023, d...2024
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• Tank vs Frank Martin, Benavidez vs Gvozdyk set for June 15

Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images Gervonta Davis and David Benavidez will both return in June. Gervonta “Tank” Davis and David Benavidez will both return to the ring on June 15 in a PBC on Prime Video pay-per-view from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Davis will be facing Frank Martin, as expected, with Davis defending his WBA lightweight title. Benavidez is moving up to light ...2024
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• Marlen Esparza-Gabriela Alaniz rematch joins a stacked undercard for Zepeda-Hughes

Oon Saturday, March 16, a 12-round IBF and WBA lightweight title eliminator will feature William Zepeda (29-0, 25 KOs) of San Mateo Atenco, Mexico and English fighter Maxi Hughes (26-6-2, 5 KOs) and will take place live from The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and broadcast around the world on DAZN. In the […] The post Marlen Esparza-Gabriela Alaniz rematch joins a stacked undercard...2024
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• Valenzuela vs Russell joins Tank vs Roach on Mar. 1
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• Gervonta Davis vs Frank Martin to reportedly headline PBC PPV
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• Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano meet again for pride and greatness
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• Gervonta Davis elevated, now WBA lightweight Champion, but will he keep it?
The WBA has reportedly elevated Gervonta Davis from ‘regular’ to ‘super’ lightweight champion due to ... read more Gervonta Davis elevated, now WBA lightweight Champion, but will he keep it? @ Boxing News 24...2024
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• Mayweather CEO says Gervonta Davis will eventually fight the top “guys” that fans want
Mayweather Promotions CEO Leonard Ellerbe assured fans today that secondary WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis will eventually get around to ... more Mayweather CEO says Gervonta Davis will eventually fight the top “guys” that fans want @ Boxing News 24/7...2023
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• Gervonta Davis Looks Like a Total Fraud,” Says Tim Bradley
Tim Bradley lit into WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis over his choice for his next ... read more Gervonta Davis Looks Like a Total Fraud,” Says Tim Bradley @ Boxing News 24...2024
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• WBA Issues Statement To Lamont Roach After ‘Misleading’ Comments On Gervonta Davis Knee Incident

The drama from vs Jr continues to unfold. ‘Tank’ Davis retained his WBA Lightweight World Title after a majority draw with challenger Roach, who upset the betting odds by even making it the distance. Roach exchanged with the hard hitter from Baltimore, even wobbling him, and many big names in the sport believe he did […]...2025
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• Gervonta Davis Warns Roach, Eyes Busy 2025 Fight Schedule

On March 1 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, Gervonta Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) will defend his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach (25-1-1, 10 KOs). This fight will be the main event of a Prime PPV card. In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cab...2025
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• World Champion Declares He Is No Longer Chasing Gervonta Davis Fight: “Forget Him”
A newly-crowned world champion appears to have ended his interest in a showdown with . ‘Tank’ has enjoyed an impressive professional career to date, winning world titles in three weight divisions up until now. The 30-year-old from Baltimore, Maryland currently reigns as the WBA lightweight champion with his next title defence scheduled for March 1 […]...2025
• Must-See Boxing in March: Three Fights You Can’t Miss

The boxing world has come alive in 2025, following the stacked ‘The Last Crescendo’ card on February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It was a night that saw Dmitry Bivol gain revenge and become the undisputed light heavyweight champion. This is just the beginning of what is shaping to be a wonderful year in boxing. Big Fight Weekend are bringing you three fights from the boxing schedule to...2025
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• Tank vs Roach Pay Per View undercard set for March 1
Three title bouts, including two explosive 140-pound world championship showdowns and a 154-pound crossroads matchup between a rising star and former unified champion, will round out a loaded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video taking place Saturday, March 1 headlined by a lightweight title showdown between boxing superstar and reigning WBA Lightweight World Champion Gervonta… The po...2025
• Tank Davis Begins Training for Title Defense Against Lamont Roach
WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis has started training for his title defense in 56 days ... read more Tank Davis Begins Training for Title Defense Against Lamont Roach @ Boxing News 24...2025
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• Gervonta 'Tank' Davis KOs Frank Martin With Left Hook In 8 Rounds To Retain WBA Lightweight Title
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• William Zepeda Stops Maxie Hughes In Four
By: Sean Crose An IBF and WBA lightweight title eliminator between the undefeated, 29-0 William Zepeda and the 26-6-2 Maxie Hughes went down at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas on Saturday. The scheduled 12 rounder was the main event of a DAZN broadcast card. Both men took to trading jabs in a close opening round before they took to trading trading power shots. The high octane Zepeda turned up the ...2024
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• Gervonta Davis scheduled to defend his lightweight belt against Frank Martin

It has been confirmed to The Ring that Gervonta Davis will defend his WBA lightweight title against Frank Martin in late spring/early summer on Amazon Prime, headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event on Pay-Per-View. Davis hasn’t fought since his win over Ryan Garcia in a mega-event last April. The Baltimore native served 44 days in […] The post Gervonta Davis scheduled to defend his...2024
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