Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement regarding the recent allegations against his upcoming opponent, Gervonta Davis, involving battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping by an ex-girlfriend.
The exhibition fight between Paul and Davis in Miami on November 14 is still scheduled to take place, despite the weight difference between the two fighters. While the match will not affect their professional records, a winner will be determined through stoppage, judgment by two human judges, and an AI official if the fight goes the distance.
Amid calls for the fight’s cancellation due to the accusations against Davis, reports suggest that Paul may consider Ryan Garcia as a replacement. However, Most Valuable Promotions, Paul’s company, has stated that no decision has been finalized.
Most Valuable Promotions announced that they are actively investigating the civil lawsuit filed against Davis, emphasizing their commitment to condemning violence and handling the matter with thoroughness and respect for all parties involved. They will make a decision on the next steps after completing their review and consulting with relevant parties.
Davis has not responded to the allegations yet, but his trainer, Calvin Ford, dismissed them as baseless. The lawsuit claims that Davis assaulted his ex-partner at her workplace and had previously made threats against her. The ex-partner is seeking damages and a jury trial.
Garcia has been ruled out as a potential opponent for Paul, as his promoter explained the contractual limitations between the two fighters and their respective platforms. Paul may delay his return to the ring until December and has been linked to a potential matchup with heavyweight Anthony Joshua, although finalizing a deal on short notice seems unlikely.