Gervonta Davis (29-0, 27 KO) has everything to be a leading boxer. At 29 years old (30, in November), Tank is one of the most talented and punchy fighters today. She knows how to sell herself and makes fans fall in love with her, especially African Americans, with whom she has the greatest connection. His victory, in April 2023, against Ryan García should have been the final elevation, but His problems outside the ring stopped him dead..
On June 1, 2023, the boxer entered prison after violating house arrest which he had to fulfill after pleading guilty to four charges against him for a traffic accident that he caused and in which he fled and injured a pregnant woman. His coach, Calvin Ford, received him at his house at that time. He had to spend 90 days without leaving there. His plan, as he explained, was to train very hard during that time to return as soon as possible. He failed to comply and spent 44 days behind bars.
His time in prison was brief, so he wasn’t supposed to be away from the ring for long, but it happened. His messy life affected him, but so did the changes in his promoter. Premier Boxing Champions ended its contract with Showtime and by 2024 it signed, to market its fights in the United States, with Prime Video. The cards for the final part of the year did not include Gervonta, since they wanted him to be one of the assets of the new agreement. Amazon did not enter the boxing until March 30 and Davis had to wait again.
In those months, Davis took the opportunity to reflect on his life. With the help of former world champion Badou Jack, who broke the news on his social media, Gervonta converted to Islam. According to the video published by Jack, the boxer took the name Abdul Wahid. The athlete has not yet commented on the matter, in fact, he received a lot of criticism last May because he was photographed with several rosaries hanging from his neck. Additionally, on all promotional posters still listed as Gervonta Davis.
Everything extra-sports is slowing down his quality, but he wants that to change this June 15. Finally he will return to the ring. His lawsuit was presented in the run-up to Canelo vs. Munguía. The American will present the WBA Lightweight World Championship and was in charge of heating up the fight against Frank Martin (18-0, 12 KO). They both came to blows and told each other everything. There is no better way to encourage the public that follows Gervonta than that. The fight is a tough sell to the most untrained eye. Martin is a very talented boxer and the lawsuit is more complex than you might think., but the candidate does not enjoy a great name beyond the most staunch fans of the noble art. Due to defense, mobility and punch, Davis is a favorite, but there are doubts about him. There are as many as his extra-sports scandals. He is facing a trap fight in which he stakes everything. His future depends on what happens in Las Vegas. He only needs to win and be liked.
