An interview Gervonta Davis gave last December has resurfaced, and is the clearest indication yet that ‘Tank’ is ready to walk away from the sport.
The chat with Dan Canobbio sheds light on the mindset of the unbeaten star as speculation mounts that his fight with Jake Paul could be the final chapter of his career.
Speaking to Inside Boxing Live months before talks of a Paul bout began, Davis admitted he no longer felt the same desire to continue in the sport, linking his inner fire to the struggles he carries outside the ring.
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The mental anguish of becoming a ‘civilian’ and rehabilitating the character that had landed him in trouble with the law on multiple occasions could also explain his performance against Lamont Roach that spring.
Gervonta Davis is ready to walk away
Davis and Roach fought out a draw, and the former decided against the rematch, opting instead to face the YouTuber in November on Netflix.
“That’s why I don’t want to box no more,” Davis told Cannobio. “I want to do therapy right, but I feel as though if I do therapy, I will lose the fire that is inside of me.
“I want everything out of me. I’ll never think about fighting again, and I don’t even think about getting angry.
“I have two girls, two daughters, and I’m wanting to be much softer, be more humble, and things like that.”
Davis’ words still resonate as he prepares for what could be one of the most high-profile crossover fights in boxing history. The Baltimore knockout artist, once seen as the sport’s future pay-per-view king, is openly questioning whether his heart remains in the game.
From fighter to father
His reflections highlighted a conflict between the aggression required inside the ring and the softer role he now craves as a father of two young daughters.
The comments came after a series of high-profile incidents, including a short prison stint following a hit-and-run and viral footage of altercations involving Davis against a woman. For many fans, his latest words suggest he may be intent on leaving the chaos behind once and for all.
With Davis facing off against Paul in a cruiserweight bout, fans will wonder if this could be the swan song for the WBA lightweight champion.
His remarks from late 2024 remain valid as the boxing world speculates on whether therapy, family, and a new life outside the sport will ultimately take priority over his unbeaten record.
