Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement in response to allegations against Gervonta Davis, Paul’s scheduled opponent. Davis faces accusations of battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping from an ex-girlfriend.
The exhibition fight between Paul and Davis is set for November 14 in Miami, despite their different weight classes. The bout will not affect their professional records, but a winner will be determined either by stoppage or through judges, including an AI official if needed.
Calls for the fight to be called off have arisen due to the accusations against Davis. Reports indicate Paul has considered replacing Davis with Ryan Garcia, although no decision has been finalized according to a statement from Most Valuable Promotions, Paul’s company.
Most Valuable Promotions stated they are investigating the civil lawsuit filed against Davis and are carefully reviewing the details before making a decision. The company emphasized their stance against violence and the importance of handling the matter with thoroughness and respect for all parties involved.
Davis has not responded to the allegations, but his trainer dismissed them as baseless. The lawsuit alleges that Davis assaulted his ex-partner at her workplace and had made threats against her life. The ex-partner claims Davis physically attacked and choked her on multiple occasions, seeking damages and a trial by jury.
A potential fight between Paul and Garcia is unlikely due to contractual obligations between Garcia, DAZN, and Golden Boy. Paul may delay his return to the ring until December and has been linked with heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua, although finalizing a deal on short notice seems improbable.