Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Lamont Roach may have fought to a controversial majority draw on Saturday night, but the WBA lightweight champion has made it clear that an immediate rematch isn’t on the horizon.
While both fighters expressed interest in running it back, Davis revealed that a second bout with Roach “probably won’t be this year.”
Speaking at the post-fight press conference at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, Davis admitted that while he wants the rematch, it won’t be his next fight. Instead, the undefeated star left the boxing world on edge with a cryptic tease.
“You might see it in a minute,” Davis said when asked about his next bout. “You definitely might see it in a minute. See y’all soon. I’ll be back.”
Is a Superfight with Shakur Stevenson Next?
Davis‘ carefully worded response has fueled speculation that his next opponent could be none other than fellow undefeated star Shakur Stevenson. The two have been linked for years, and Stevenson has actively campaigned for a fight with “Tank.” Their growing rivalry, combined with the anticipation of seeing two elite boxers at the peak of their careers, has made this one of the most sought-after matchups in the sport.
Adding fuel to the fire, Stevenson was in attendance for Davis‘ bout against Roach. Before the fight, he called it a “50-50” matchup, hinting at the possibility of stepping into the ring with Davis soon.
Stevenson recently secured a ninth-round TKO victory over Josh Padley, putting him on a similar schedule as Davis for a potential showdown.
A fight between Davis and Stevenson would be a defining moment for the lightweight division, with both fighters holding undefeated records and looking to establish themselves as the best at 135 pounds. Given their recent performances and ongoing trash talk, boxing fans are hopeful that this long-anticipated clash could finally happen next.
For now, Davis has left the boxing world waiting. But with his latest tease, it’s clear that something big is on the horizon.
Whether it’s Stevenson or another high-profile challenger, fans won’t have to wait long to see “Tank” back in action.
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