In the world of boxing, few names command as much respect as Floyd Mayweather Jr., and when the undefeated champion speaks, everyone listens.
Boxing has seen the emergence of new figures who promise to dominate the ring for a long time. This time, the former world champion has given his verdict between two of the most talented fighters today: Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Shakur Stevenson.
Gervonta Davis vs Shakur Stevenson?
Both fighters have been world champions in multiple divisions, both are undefeated and both have very different styles. While Gervonta Davis is a brutal puncher who has finished many fights by knockout, Shakur Stevenson shines for his impeccable defense, his reading of the fight and his strategic patience that he has been perfecting over the years
During a recent public appearance, Mayweather was asked by a reporter which of these two boxers he considers more complete and who would win in a hypothetical matchup. His answer was clear and blunt:
I have no doubt: Shakur Stevenson is the most talented fighter at the moment. He is technically superior and knows how to dominate a fight without taking unnecessary punishment.
With these words, Floyd Mayweather Jr. made it clear that although he has worked closely with Davis, his admiration for Stevenson’s intelligence and accuracy is above Tank’s explosive power.
Why does Floyd Mayweather Jr. prefer Shakur Stevenson?
- It’s not that Mayweather doesn’t value Gervonta Davis‘ skills – in fact, he has been one of his main promoters and mentors throughout his professional career – but Shakur Stevenson’s style seems to fit more with his own boxing philosophy: hit without being hit, control the pace of the fight and wear down the opponent with precision in the ring.
- Floyd sees in Shakur a fighter with a chess player’s mentality, something he himself cultivated during his career. For Mayweather, boxing is not only won with strength, but with intelligence.
What does Gervonta Davis think?
Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s opinion did not go unnoticed by Gervonta Davis, who responded through social media with a defiant message:
People talk a lot… but nobody wants to get in the ring with me. You decide who is the best when the fight happens.
Gervonta Davis’ statement left the door open for a possible showdown with Shakur Stevenson in the future, something that millions of fans would be eager to see a great clash of the new generations of boxing.
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