Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement regarding the accusations against his upcoming opponent Gervonta Davis. Davis faces allegations of battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping from his ex-girlfriend.
The scheduled exhibition fight between Paul and Davis in Miami on November 14 has sparked controversy due to the serious accusations against Davis. Despite the weight difference between the two fighters, the match will not be recorded on their professional records, but a winner will be determined either by stoppage or through judges’ decision.
There have been calls to cancel the fight following the accusations against Davis. Reports suggested that Paul may consider Ryan Garcia as a replacement for Davis, but Most Valuable Promotions, Paul’s company, clarified that no decision has been made yet.
The statement from Most Valuable Promotions states that they are investigating the civil lawsuit filed against Davis and are carefully reviewing the details before making any decisions. The company emphasizes its stance against violence and assures a thorough review process before determining the next steps.
Meanwhile, Davis has not responded to the allegations, but his trainer dismissed them as baseless. The lawsuit claims that Davis assaulted his ex-partner at her workplace and had threatened her previously. The ex-partner is seeking damages and a jury trial.
Despite Garcia being ruled out as a potential opponent for Paul due to contractual obligations, Paul might postpone his return to the ring until December. Speculations about a fight with Anthony Joshua have surfaced, but a deal seems unlikely to materialize on short notice.