The boxing world is buzzing with rumors of a potential showdown between Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Jake Paul. While neither fighter has confirmed the matchup, speculation grew after Davis avoided questions about Paul following his recent controversial fight. Now, former champion Shawn Porter has added his voice to the conversation, sharing a bold take on the potential clash.
Paul’s notoriety has reached new heights following his exhibition bout against former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, an event that, despite its uneven nature, broke viewership records.
However, plans for a Davis-Paul showdown have been overshadowed by Davis’ recent WBA lightweight world title defense, a controversial draw against underdog Lamont Roach Jr. The fight left many questioning Davis’ performance, especially after the champion took a knee in the ninth round without it being counted as a knockdown. This result has shifted attention away from a possible fight with Paul, at least for now.
Shawn Porter’s take on Davis vs. Paul
Shawn Porter has expressed his disinterest in the spectacle that a fight between Davis and Paul would represent. On his podcast, The Porter Way Podcast, Porter claimed that the fight “doesn’t make sense” from a sporting perspective. However, despite his skepticism about the relevance of the matchup, Porter didn’t hesitate to make a bold prediction.
“I’m betting on Tank [by knockout]. You’d be surprised,” Porter stated, referring to Davis’ ability to overcome the weight difference and knock out Jake Paul. Porter’s confidence in Davis lies in the lightweight champion’s punching power, which has been showcased in his ability to finish bouts with spectacular knockouts. This prediction raises an intriguing question: Could Davis’ speed and power surpass Paul’s size advantage?
What’s next for Paul and Davis?
Meanwhile, Paul’s next move remains uncertain, though he is expected to announce a high-profile bout soon to capitalize on the attention generated by his fight with Tyson. On the other hand, Davis seems headed for a rematch with Lamont Roach Jr., aiming to dispel doubts about his previous performance and reaffirm his dominance in the lightweight division.