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  • Boxing Star Gervonta Davis Wanted By Police In Maryland After Judge Issues Arrest Warrant

    Gervonta Davis is reportedly facing yet another major legal setback after a judge in Maryland issued an active arrest warrant tied to an alleged probation violation.

    According to multiple reports, the warrant stems from Davis’ ongoing probation connected to his 2020 hit-and-run case in Baltimore, an incident that injured several people. The undefeated boxing star had previously pleaded guilty to multiple traffic-related offenses and remained under court supervision.

    The latest development reportedly centers around allegations involving an October 2025 altercation at a Miami nightclub involving Davis’ ex-girlfriend, Courtney Rossel. Authorities claim the incident may have violated the terms of his probation.

    Per reports, Rossel accused “Tank” of physically grabbing her and attempting to take her phone during a confrontation at Tootsie’s Cabaret in Miami, where she worked as a VIP cocktail server. Surveillance footage from the club was also reportedly reviewed by investigators as part of the case.

    Davis was arrested in Florida earlier this year on charges including battery and attempted kidnapping. While one charge tied to false imprisonment was eventually dropped, other charges remain active.

    Court records indicate a Maryland judge initially issued a warrant in February, then recalled it after Davis’ legal team argued he was cooperating with authorities. However, a second warrant issued in April has reportedly remained active after another motion to dismiss it was denied in May.

    The legal cloud now creates further uncertainty around Davis’ boxing future. The WBA lightweight champion has not fought since his controversial majority draw against Lamont Roach Jr. in March 2025, while a planned crossover fight with Jake Paul was scrapped following the civil lawsuit filed by Rossel.

    Despite the mounting legal issues, “Tank” remains one of boxing’s biggest stars with a professional record of 30-0-1 and 28 knockouts. However, the active warrant now threatens to further sideline one of the sport’s most recognizable names.

  • Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis Officially Off Due To Domestic Violence Allegations Against Davis

    Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis Officially Off Due To Domestic Violence Allegations Against Davis

    Jake Paul is still planned to compete in a boxing ring in 2025; it just won’t come in an exhibition bout against Gervonta Davis. The Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis-led event scheduled for November 14 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, has been canceled.

    The event’s cancelation comes following new allegations of abuse against Davis, who is now being sued civilly.

    “Our team has worked closely with all parties to navigate this situation responsibly,” Nakisa Bidarian, CEO of Most Valuable Promotions, said in a statement. “While we will not be moving forward with this event, our plan still remains for Jake Paul to headline an event on Netflix in 2025. Details regarding a new date, location, Jake’s opponent, and additional bouts will be shared as soon as they are finalized. We thank Netflix, the Kaseya Center, and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for their partnership.

    “Most Valuable Promotions appreciates the continued support and understanding of our athletes, partners, sponsors, and fans as we work to finalize updated event plans.”

    Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis Event Canceled, Paul Expected To Still Fight Before End Of Year

    Davis’ ex-girlfriend, Courtney Rossel, is accusing Davis of several crimes, including battery, kidnapping and false imprisonment during an incident that occurred in a strip club on October 27.

    Davis allegedly attacked Rossel in the club’s back room before dragging her out to the parking garage, where he allegedly assaulted her again.

    This is not Davis’ first time facing these allegations. He has faced domestic violence-related charges in February 2020, December 2022, and July 2025.

    Rossel claims that she was abused by Davis multiple times during their brief relationship.

    According to Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions, a fight for Paul is expected to take place before the end of the year. Potential new opponents have included the likes of Terence Crawford, Ryan Garcia, and Francis Ngannou, as well as a potential rematch with Nate Diaz.

  • Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis: “It’s a Joke” Says Conor McGregor’s Training Partner

    Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis: “It’s a Joke” Says Conor McGregor’s Training Partner

    Dillon Danis has given his thoughts on the planned bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis.

    As we know, Jake Paul is a pretty controversial figure within the world of professional boxing – and that’s us putting it lightly. He’s been able to do some great things in terms of promoting women’s boxing, but when it comes to his own career inside the ring, there are more than a few critics out there.

    As we look ahead to the future, Jake Paul seems to have some pretty interesting things lined up, including a blockbuster exhibition fight against Gervonta Davis. Once again, this has been ridiculed and slammed by many as being a farce, but that doesn’t appear to be stopping it from going ahead.

    In a recent interview, Dillon Danis, who fought Jake Paul’s brother Logan, weighed in on the whole situation.

    Dillon Danis rips into Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis

    “I think it’s a joke. I mean, he says he wants to be world champion. He’s fighting a 125 pounder. I called it like the Tyson fight. They’re going to have a little sparring match. It’s basically selling wolf tickets and just stealing people’s money. You know, Jake is a good salesman, but you know, this started with me and Jake. There’s no Jake Paul without me. So, I think he’ll finish with us one day.”

    ‘Tank’ has a whole host of potential opponents that he could battle but instead, this is the direction he’s opted to go down.

  • Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis: Former UFC champion hits out at exhibition match

    Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis: Former UFC champion hits out at exhibition match

    UFC legend Michael Bisping has given his thoughts on the upcoming Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis exhibition boxing match.

    As we know, Paul and Gervonta Davis are set to square off in an exhibition boxing match later this year. While some are intrigued to see how it all plays out, most boxing fans are furious – mainly because they want to see ‘Tank’ take on bigger challenges than this one.

    Of course, boxing has changed a lot since the introduction of Jake Paul to the party, but we all knew that. As we look ahead to this fight, it’s hard to know how both men are even going to approach it.

    In a recent video, Michael Bisping made it crystal clear that he doesn’t want to see Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis whatsoever.

    Michael Bisping’s view on Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis

    “This fight, in my opinion, was a bit of a mockery of boxing because it doesn’t have the legitimacy or fairness that you’d expect in a high-level contest. It’s more of a spectacle than a sporting event, and it leaves a lot of questions about what Jake Paul’s real ambitions are in boxing.”

    “You’re talking about a massive size difference between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis. This isn’t a professional fight, it’s an exhibition. But man, you can’t help but notice the mockery element to it. It’s like watching David fighting Goliath in the boxing ring, but with a huge weight disadvantage for Paul.”

    Do you agree with Bisping?

  • Jake Paul Set To Face Gervonta Davis In An Exhibition Bout On Nov. 14 As Anthony Joshua Negotiations Reportedly Crumble

    Jake Paul Set To Face Gervonta Davis In An Exhibition Bout On Nov. 14 As Anthony Joshua Negotiations Reportedly Crumble

    Jake Paul appears to have secured yet another marquee name to add to his growing list of opponents.

    In recent years, “The Problem Child” has carved out a unique lane in combat sports, headlining a series of crossover showdowns, many against former UFC standouts. Though his matchmaking has largely leaned on star power and spectacle, the YouTuber-turned-boxer has consistently maintained that his ultimate goal is to capture a recognized world title.

    Paul had long campaigned for a showdown with multi-division champion Canelo Alvarez, but those hopes were dashed after the Mexican superstar signed a lucrative four-fight deal with Riyadh Season, which includes his September 13 clash against undisputed titleholder Terence Crawford.

    With that door closed, the former Disney star shifted his sights to a potential clash with former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, eyeing either late this year or sometime in 2026. Yet with recent developments, it seems that ship has already sailed, though Jake Paul has now landed a fight against a long-coveted opponent.

    Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis on Nov. 15
    Image: @jakepaul/Instagram

    Jake Paul To Fight Gervonta Davis In An Exhibition On Nov. 14

    According to a recent report from boxing insider Mike Coppinger, negotiations for a potential Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua super fight have officially fallen through, with broadcasting conflicts cited as the key stumbling block given “AJ’s” exclusive deal with DAZN.

    In the aftermath, “The Problem Child” has secured an exhibition showdown with reigning WBC lightweight champion Gervonta Davis, scheduled for November 15 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, and set to stream live on Netflix.

    The fight features a major weight gap, with “Tank” competing at lightweight, where the limit is 135 pounds. Paul, on the other hand, came in at 200 pounds for his last bout and usually fights in the cruiserweight division.

    Jake Paul last stepped into the ring in June, earning a unanimous decision victory over former WBC middleweight champion Julio César Chávez Jr. He now holds a record of 11-1, with seven of those wins coming by knockout.

    Meanwhile, Davis last competed in March, battling Lamont Roach Jr. to a hard-fought majority draw. “Tank” currently boasts an unbeaten professional record of 30-0-1, with an astounding 28 victories coming by knockout.

    Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis on Nov. 15
    Images: @jakepaul/@gervontaa/Instagram
  • Gervonta Davis Arrested For Alleged Domestic Violence Against Ex-Girlfriend In Florida

    Gervonta Davis Arrested For Alleged Domestic Violence Against Ex-Girlfriend In Florida

    Gervonta Davis has once again found himself entangled in legal turmoil.

    On Friday morning, WPLG Local 10 was first to report that the reigning WBA lightweight champion had been arrested in Miami, Florida on a battery charge tied to accusations of physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend of four years.

    According to the report, Davis was taken into custody and brought to the Doral Police Department in connection with an incident that reportedly occurred outside the alleged victim’s residence last month.

    “Tank” and his former partner, with whom he shares custody of two children, reportedly got into an argument when Davis arrived to pick them up on Father’s Day. What began as a verbal dispute quickly escalated into a physical altercation. The 30-year-old boxer from Baltimore allegedly struck the woman on the back of the head and then slapped her across the face as she leaned into his car, causing a minor cut to her lip.

    This is the third time Gervonta Davis has been accused of assaulting a woman. He was previously charged with domestic battery in both February 2020 and December 2022.

    When Was Gervonta Davis’ Last Appearance In the Ring?

    Gervonta Davis most recently competed in March, when he defended his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach Jr. in a bout that nearly cost him both his belt and his undefeated record.

    “Tank” was outclassed for much of the fight and controversially took a knee in the ninth round. He later claimed it was to clear grease from his eyes due to a recent hair treatment, and the sequence was not ruled a knockdown. The fight was ended in a majority draw, allowing Davis to retain his title.

    Davis currently holds an undefeated professional record of 30-0-1, with 28 of those wins coming by knockout.

    Image: @oneof1x/Instagram

  • Jake Paul Claims He Was Close To Booking Gervonta Davis Superfight

    Jake Paul Claims He Was Close To Booking Gervonta Davis Superfight

    Jake Paul continues to chase marquee names in his quest for boxing legitimacy.

    Over the past few years, Paul has headlined a string of crossover bouts, often squaring off against ex-UFC stars. While his fight card has leaned heavily on name value and entertainment, Paul insists his long-term ambition is to capture a recognized title. His confidence only grew after defeating 58-year-old boxing legend Mike Tyson last November.

    “The Problem Child” was eyeing a blockbuster clash with multi-division champion Canelo Alvarez, with the two camps allegedly deep in discussions. However, the potential superfight quickly fizzled out as the Mexican superstar dismissed the bout entirely, opting instead to sign a four-fight deal with Riyadh Season. However, that wasn’t the only high-profile opportunity that slipped through Paul’s fingers this year.

    In a recent interview with iFL TV, Jake Paul stated that a mega-fight with Gervonta Davis was all but finalized, with talks advancing to the brink of an official announcement. However, the deal ultimately fell through as the reigning WBA lightweight champion chose to prioritize on his rematch against Lamont Roach Jr.

    “Yeah, it was highly talked about and in negotiations, and almost ready to make happen,” Paul said. “But he has to do his rematch with Lamont and get that W. Then we’ll be able to run it back. But me and Gervonta were scheduled to fight, for sure.”

    Even if the deal had gone through, the matchup would have raised eyebrows due to the extreme weight difference as “Tank” fights at lightweight, where the limit is 135 pounds. In stark contrast, Paul weighed in at a bulky 227 pounds for his recent heavyweight showdown with Tyson and typically competes in the cruiserweight division.

    With potential bouts against Alvarez and Davis no longer in play, “The Problem Child” has now set his sights on former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, eyeing a blockbuster clash sometime in early 2026. Jake Paul boasts a boxing record of 11-1, with seven of those victories coming by way of knockout.

    Meanwhile, Davis is fresh off a gritty majority draw against Roach Jr. last month. “Tank” remains unbeaten in his professional career, holding a 30-0-1 record with 28 wins by knockout.

  • Sean O’Malley Calls For Future Boxing Match Against Gervonta Davis

    Sean O’Malley is looking to box Gervonta Davis in the future.

    Davis is a decorated boxer who holds titles in multiple weight classes, including reigning as the WBA lightweight and the WBA super-lightweight champion. He also vacated the IBF and WBA super featherweight belts in August of this year.

    Although Davis is a massive name in the sport, partly due to him being Floyd Mayweather’s protégé, Sean O’Malley wants to test himself against “Tank” in the future. This request comes even though Davis has hinted at an MMA fight in the past, which “Suga” doesn’t believe.

    “When he said that he’s from the hood, that’s how he would wrestle. That was the funniest f**king thing ever. If he actually grappled with someone, like he said, he’d come to MMA,” O’Malley said on the Full Send podcast (via Essentially Sports). “If he took one class at a f**king amateur gym, he would be like what the f**k, I would never do that. It’s funny to see how delusional he is to think he could come into an MMA fight and be successful at all against an elite-level fighter.”

    Sean O'Malley
    Sean O’Malley (Image Credit: Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

    With Sean O’Malley doubting Gervonta Davis would take an MMA fight, Suga does admit he wants to box him. He’s confident he has the striking and unique footwork to pose some problems for boxers like Davis.

    For O’Malley, he believes a fight with Davis could be as big as McGregor-Mayweather, but they both need to win a few more fights.

    “But for me to box Gervonta, that’s a massive fight someday, like that’s a massive f**king fight someday,” O’Malley said. “That’s a Floyd-Conor fight someday potentially if we’re on the same path. We haven’t done enough, he hasn’t done what Floyd has done, I haven’t done what Conor has done. But if it keeps going. I don’t see my career going any different, I’m going up. I could see him keep beating people, too. It could be a massive boxing fight someday.”

    Would you like to see Sean O’Malley box Gervonta Davis?

  • Gervanta Davis Willing To Fight In The UFC, Explains Why He’d Do Well

    Gervanta Davis has expressed a willingness to fight in the UFC—if the price is right.

    Undefeated and multiple-time boxing world champion Gervonta Davis says he is open to fighting in the UFC. He wouldn’t necessarily be looking to make a career out of it like Claressa Shields is attempting to do at the moment. However, he wouldn’t be opposed to a quick cash grab if the right offer comes across his table (h/t LowkickMMA).

    “I mean, if they pay me — I know they probably wouldn’t pay me like a boxer’s (purse) — like a boxing match, but if they paid me enough to where I’m comfortable with it, I’d fight an MMA fight,” Gervonta Davis said on the Full Send Podcast.

    The only male former champion boxer to attempt such a thing was James Toney. Toney fought Randy Couture at UFC 118 in 2010 and suffered a lopsided first-round defeat. Much like Toney, the aforementioned Claressa Shields struggled with grappling when she lost her second pro fight to Abigail Montes earlier this year.

    Davis does not see himself suffering this same fate because when it comes to wrestling, he’s got proper hood training.

    “I gotta fight somebody like in my weight class,” Gervonta Davis said. “I don’t think somebody could get me, like somebody at my weight, can get me down and pin me, I don’t see that. ‘Cause, like — I’m from the hood, we used to wrestle. That’s what we do. First thing we do, we swing, and then from the swing, we picking you up and slamming you. Like, let’s just say, I’m fighting right now, on the street, I’m not gonna just straight box you, I’m gonna swing and then pick you up — you going in the air.”

    Gervonta Davis last competed on June 26, defeating Mario Barrios by knockout. Davis’ next fight takes place this Sunday against Isaac Cruz in Los Angeles.

    How do you think Gervonta Davis would fare in the UFC?