Gervonta Davis – The Next Big Thing in Boxing

Gervonta Davis is an American professional boxer. And one of the most promising fighters at 140 pounds in the world today. At just 21 years old. Davis has already defeated some top contenders like Roberto Marroquin and Jose Pedraza. While losing only once to Francisco Fonseca. Davis will next fight Liam Walsh on August 26, 2017. Aspart of the undercard to Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennady Golovkin 2 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Keep reading to learn more about Gervonta Davis and his background in boxing before he fights again next month!

Who He Fought


In his professional career, Gervonta Davis has fought 25 rounds and won all 25. He has been the victor of a number of regional titles and is the current WBA International Super Featherweight champion. He was also the youngest person to ever wear a championship belt when he first won it at just 18 years old. As one of the biggest up-and-comers in boxing, Gervonta Davis will be fighting on April 22nd against Juan Heraldez.

His Chances vs Lomachenko


Davis has had a lot of success as an amateur, but he’s unlikely to have any chance against Lomachenko. Lomachenko is one of the best pound for pound fighters on the planet, and his resume speaks for itself. He’s defended his WBA title nine times and has never been defeated. In fact, Gervonta Davis is just 2-0 as a professional fighter. With one of those wins coming against an opponent that was fighting with one hand!

Where He’s Fighting Next


We may not have to wait long for Gervonta Davis to get his next fight. Earlier this week, Sean Gibbons, who is a spokesman for Davis’ promoter Floyd Mayweather Jr. Said that the boxer’s next bout would be on April 21st. It will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn and it’ll be against an opponent who is yet to be determined.
Davis, who is 20 years old and has been fighting professionally since he was 17 years old. Has had 14 professional fights so far with 13 wins and one loss. He earned a world title belt last year after defeating Liam Walsh and became the youngest fighter ever to hold one of those belts.

Why We Love Him


At just 22 years old, Gervonta Davis is already one of the most decorated boxers in professional boxing today. He’s a world champion and has won every single one of his 19 fights. His talent is undeniable but what sets him apart from other young fighters is that he’s also an entrepreneur who has his own record label, clothing line, and management company. His hard work ethic and ambition have led to a very promising future. We can’t wait to see what’s next for this rising star!

How He Got So Good


Davis was introduced to boxing when his father, Gervonta Sr. Took him and his brother to a gym while they were growing up. Gervonta Jr. started training there when he was nine years old. And two months later, he won the first tournament that he entered. It became evident very early on that this young man had an extraordinary gift for boxing. He continued to win every match he participated in and by the time he turned 16 years old. Gervonta Davis had compiled a record of 87-9 with 76 knockouts. His parents decided it would be best for him to make the transition from amateur competitions to professional ones at that point.

What This Means For Boxing


Davis is only twenty years old and has already accomplished an incredible amount. Just two years ago, he was a promising amateur with a bright future. Who had won the 2016 National Golden Gloves tournament. That same year he also won gold medals at the U.S. Olympic Trials and at the World Championships. But now that he’s turned pro, Gervonta Davis is looking to take over boxing in America–and if his past accomplishments are any indication, it seems like there’s no stopping him!

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