A new rumor is heating up in the world of professional boxing, one that could shake the industry. Legendary Filipino Manny Pacquiao, an eight-division world champion, is actively negotiating a fight with American prospect Jervonta Davis. The catalyst for this potential matchup was an informal exchange between managers on social media.
From a Social Media Poll to Real Negotiations
It all started with a post by boxing commentator Steve Kim on the microblogging platform X (formerly Twitter). Kim commented on a poll by Prime Ultimate Boxing, which asked fans to assess Jervonta Davis's chances against three legends: Pacquiao himself, Floyd Mayweather, and Julio Sanchez. Steve Kim was categorical in his response, stating that Davis would not win a single victory in such matchups.
However, a comment from Manny Pacquiao's manager, Shane Gibbons, radically changed the course of events. Instead of arguing about the likelihood of defeat, Gibbons supported the idea of organizing a fight between his client and the American. This move confirmed that talks about the bout had moved from the realm of theoretical discussions to the stage of real negotiations.
Jervonta Davis: The "Tank" with a Flawless Record
The 31-year-old American, competing in the lightweight division, is known in the boxing world by the nickname "Tank." His career is impressive: he has 31 fights to his name, with 30 wins and one draw. There are no losses on Davis's record.
The American's path to the top began in 2017 with a victory over Puerto Rican Jose Pedraza, after which he won the IBF world championship title. A year later, in 2018, Davis added the WBA Super world championship belt to his collection.
However, the "Tank's" career was not without dark spots. Due to legal issues involving allegations of assaulting a woman, Davis was stripped of his WBA title. Despite this, he remains one of the most dangerous opponents in his weight class.
The Boxer Himself Confirms the Rumors
Interestingly, Jervonta Davis himself confirmed the existence of negotiations with Pacquiao on his social media. However, immediately after publishing the statement about contact with the Filipino veteran, the American deleted his X account. This action only fuels the intrigue surrounding the potential fight, leaving fans to speculate about the reasons for deleting the page.
Context: The Challenge to Mayweather
Parallel to the negotiations with Davis, another storyline is brewing in Manny Pacquiao's career. It was previously reported that the Filipino boxer had issued a challenge to Floyd Mayweather. Pacquiao expressed a desire to meet his principled rival in Las Vegas, which could create a complex situation regarding priorities for the boxing legend.
