Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement regarding the recent accusations against his upcoming opponent, Gervonta Davis. The allegations include battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping by Davis’ ex-girlfriend.
Despite the controversy, Paul and Davis are still scheduled to face off in an exhibition match in Miami on November 14. The fight, set between a lightweight and a cruiserweight boxer, will not impact their professional records. The victor will be determined by stoppage, or by a panel of two human judges and an AI official if the bout reaches its full duration.
Calls for the cancellation of the fight have emerged due to the accusations against Davis. Speculation arose that Paul might consider Ryan Garcia as a replacement for Davis, but Paul’s promotional company, Most Valuable Promotions, has clarified that no decision has been made yet.
Most Valuable Promotions released a statement stating they immediately launched an investigation upon learning about the civil lawsuit against Davis. They emphasized their condemnation of violence and their commitment to handling the situation with careful consideration and respect for all parties involved. The company will make a decision on the next steps following a thorough review and consultation.
Davis has not responded to the allegations. His trainer, Calvin Ford, dismissed the accusations as baseless. The lawsuit claims that Davis assaulted his ex-partner multiple times, including an incident at her workplace and threats to her life. The ex-partner is seeking damages and a jury trial.
Regarding a potential replacement for Davis, Oscar De La Hoya, a promoter, explained that a fight between Paul and Garcia is unlikely due to contractual obligations with different platforms. Paul is now considering delaying his return to the ring to December and has been linked to a potential match with heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua, although finalizing a deal on short notice seems improbable.