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Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis update after arrest in domestic violence case

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Gervonta “Tank” Davis was arrested and booked Wednesday, Jan. 28 on charges of attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment and battery, according to records with the Miami-Dade County, Florida Clerk of Court and Corrections and Rehabilation Department.

Davis, 31, was jailed and held at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, records show. His bond was set at $16,000, according to records.

Davis was released from custody Thursday night after posting bond, said Juan Diasgranados, Public Affairs Manager Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department.

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Attorney Simon Steckel, who’s representing Davis, said he entered a plea of not guilty on behalf of the boxer.

“I intend to demonstrate the fact that he is a victim and because he’s a victim, he’s not guilty of these charges,” Steckel told USA TODAY Sports. The legal action against boxer stems from a woman saying Davis attacked her while she was working at Tootsie’s Cabaret strip club Oct. 27 in Miami Gardens.

The woman also filed a civil lawsuit in which she said Davis committed battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping and intentional infliction of emotional distress against her.

Emmanuel Jeanty, an executive officer with the Miami Gardens Police Department, during a press conference Jan. 14 called the matter “a domestic violence incident.” He said Davis was wanted on charges of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping and that the police department was working with the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force “to locate and apprehend” the boxer.

Jeanty also said surveillance video corroborated important parts of the woman’s account of what happened during the alleged attack.

Attorney Richard Wolfe, who represents the woman, allowed USA TODAY Sports to view surveillance video during a FaceTime call. USA TODAY Sports also obtained a report compiled by a manager Toostie’s Cabaret about the incident.

Davis was arrested at 7:55 p.m. Wednesday and the location of the arrest was the Miami Gardens Police Department, according to an arrest form. But Supervisor Deputy U.S. Marshal Elisee Colin told USA TODAY Sports the arrest took place in the Miami Design District and at the time he said Davis was wearing a ski mask.

Colin said the Mashals Task Force, working hand-in-hand with the Miami Gardens Police Department, were able to identify Davis by his tattoos. Colin said they have been tracking Davis for two weeks before making the arrest.

“I just don’t understand why he wouldn’t have just turned himself in,” Colin said.

Davis is on probation from a 2023 hit-and-run case in Baltimore, Maryland, in which he pleaded guilty to multiple traffic offenses. In March, Davis admitted he left the state without permission and his probation was extended by 18 months, according to The Baltimore Banner.

In November, according to one of Davis’ representatives, the boxer had left Florida for Maryland with his legal status and the future of his boxing career unclear. Davis was born and raised in Baltimore but in recent years moved to Florida.

The legal issues led on Nov. 3 to the cancellation of Davis’ fight against Jake Paul, which was scheduled for Nov. 14 in Miami.

The Miami Gardens Police Department said it had no information to provide Wednesday night and that its public information officer would not return until Thursday.

But during the Jan. 14 press conference, Jeanty provided additional information:

The woman, who was working at Tootsie’s Cabaret as a VIP cocktail waitress when she said Davis attacked her, said she had known Davis since 2022. The woman also said she and Davis were in an intimate relationship for five months and it ended about a month before the alleged attack at the strip club.

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Turki Alalshikh wants to see Oleksandr Usyk face kickboxing legen

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Turki Alalshikh wants Oleksandr Usyk to face 1-0 boxer after Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder book bouts

It isn’t clear who Oleksandr Usyk will face next following some recent fight announcements.

Several names will be hoping to square off with The Ring’s #1-ranked pound-for-pound fighter in the world.

Tyson Fury returns on April 11 to face Arslanbek Makhmudov in a matchup that he’ll surely want to use as a step towards a trilogy with his former foe.

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Meanwhile, Deontay Wilder also booked a fight despite being linked with Usyk for some time, as he prepares to take on Derek Chisora on April 4.

With two of the heavyweight division’s top names already booked, Turki Alalshikh has suggested an alternative plan for the Ukrainian.

Turki Alalshikh wants to see Oleksandr Usyk face kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven

Last year, Rico Verhoeven vacated his GLORY Kickboxing heavyweight title following a remarkable reign that started all the way back in 2014.

Rico Verhoeven gets his hand raised after beating Artem Vakhitov at Glory 100

The ‘King of Kickboxing’ has since been linked with some big fights in different rulesets to the one that he has dominated for over a decade.

Verhoeven was even offered a UFC contract but talks of him potentially facing someone like Anthony Joshua seemingly put this option on the backburner for now.

While there are other names he could face, with Oleksandr Usyk being called out by Agit Kabayel following his win at the start of the year, none of them present marquee matchups for him to return to.

Verhoeven, who has a professional boxing record of 1-0 isn’t necessarily one either but the matchup would generate some interest due to its unique nature, and Turki Alalshikh supports the idea.

“I want to see him against Oleksandr Usyk,” Alalshikh wrote on X underneath a video of one of Verhoeven’s knockout wins in GLORY.

Oleksandr Usyk has been scheduled to face a former GLORY kickboxer in the past

A fight against Rico Verhoeven wouldn’t be the first time that Oleksandr Usyk has prepared to take on a fighter who has an extensive kickboxing record.

In 2019, the Ukrainian was booked to make his heavyweight debut in America against former GLORY and K-1 fighter Tyrone Spong.

Spong was 14-0 at the time but was pulled from the bout after testing positive for a banned substance and replaced by Chazz Witherspoon.

Spong hasn’t competed in boxing since then, though he’s fought in MMA and Karate Combat.

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Anthony Joshua: Concerning New Details Emerge About Driver In

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Concerning New Details Emerge About Driver Involved in Fatal Anthony Joshua Car Crash

Concerning new details have now emerged about the driver involved in the fatal Anthony Joshua car crash. Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, appeared in court this month, accused of causing the deaths of the boxer’s two best friends by dangerous driving in Nigeria over the festive period.

AJ and his two friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, were travelling in a black Lexus SUV when the driver lost control, reportedly due to a burst tyre, and collided with a stationary lorry that was illegally parked on the roadside.

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Sadly, both of Joshua’s friends immediately lost their lives at the scene, whereas the former two-time heavyweight champion of the world and the driver were both escorted to a nearby hospital where they were treated for minor injuries. A couple of days later, both were released, with AJ flying back to the UK and the driver facing serious questioning from the police.

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According to The Sun, a little over a year before the fatal crash on December 29, Kayode was sacked for allegedly driving another SUV off the road and into a ditch. The accident in October 2024 happened when he became distracted while driving his boss in his black Infinity QX56 for a work trip, a source said.

“Kayode had been employed for a number of weeks. He was very attentive. He always took the bags and opened doors. He was very polite,” the source told the tabloid newspaper.

“But on one trip, they were in a village, and suddenly he went into the ditch. There was no reason that was obvious to cause the accident. He drove over a gutter on the side of the road when it was totally avoidable. After that, he wasn’t trusted to pay attention properly. He was sacked for being ‘absent-minded’.”

They continued: “Nobody was hurt, but the car had a nasty dent and scratch at the front of it, and two tyres were punctured.” Kayode arrived at Sagamu Magistrates Court in Ogun state on Tuesday, January 20, but the case was adjourned until 25 February after the prosecutor was granted more time to gain legal advice.

AJ’s Driver Faces Life in Prison For Manslaughter & Dangerous Driving

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While appearing before a magistrate in Sagamu on Friday, January 2, Kayode was charged with dangerous driving causing death, reckless and negligent driving, having no licence, and driving without due care and attention causing bodily harm to damage and property.

Should the 47-year-old be found guilty, he could face life in prison. The father-of-three, who has worked for Joshua for more than three years, was initially granted bail, but returned to custody until the 5 million Naira (roughly £2,500) bond was paid.

After the initial hearing, his lawyer, Olalekan Abiodun, told the Daily Mail: “My client has pleaded not guilty and what happened was an accident. I haven’t had a full chance to speak with him yet, but I know he is saying the brakes failed.”

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Tiger Woods’ Record in Danger as Justin Rose Delivers Stunning

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Tiger Woods’ Record in Danger as Justin Rose Delivers Stunning Performance at Farmers Insurance Open

Eight shots. That’s the margin separating Justin Rose from the field at the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open. It’s also the margin separating him from everyone except Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler over the past 20 years.

Justin Ray, golf analyst, took to X on Saturday evening to declare the record: the largest 54-hole lead on the PGA Tour in two decades stands at eight strokes, achieved only three times before Rose walked off Torrey Pines’ South Course with that identical cushion.

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Woods built his here in 2008, winning by eight en route to his 62nd career victory. McIlroy carried his through Congressional at the 2011 U.S. Open, closing with a record 16-under total. Scheffler matched the mark last season at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, finishing at 31-under to tie the Tour’s 72-hole scoring record.

The last player to hold a nine-shot advantage after 54 holes was Woods at the 2000 WGC Invitational. A quarter century ago. The all-time marks sit even higher.

Woods held a 10-shot lead after 54 holes at the 2000 U.S. Open, eventually winning by 15 strokes at Pebble Beach. He carried nine shots into the final round of the 1997 Masters, cruising to a 12-shot victory at Augusta. These margins belong to a different era, when field depth was thinner, and one player could simply overwhelm the competition week after week. Today’s Tour would never allow such separation. Rose’s eight-shot cushion might be the modern ceiling, and it all started Thursday.

Rose carded a bogey-free 62 on the North Course, a round that featured 10 birdies and announced his intentions before most of the field had found their rhythm. He followed that with a 65 on the more demanding South layout, eagling the par-5 sixth from eight feet after a pin-high 8-iron and adding birdies on five other holes to break his own 36-hole scoring record at Torrey Pines. The third round pushed his lead from four shots to eight, placing him in a historical bracket that admits almost no one.

Torrey Pines has always rewarded sustained excellence, and no one understood that better than Woods during his peak years. The venue produced eight of his 82 career victories, including seven at the Farmers Insurance Open and the iconic 2008 U.S. Open triumph over Rocco Mediate on a broken leg.

Woods won four consecutive times here between 2005 and 2008, a stretch of dominance that made Torrey synonymous with his name. Rose captured the 2019 title against a field that included Jon Rahm, Rory McIlroy, and Woods himself.

The statistical rarity of Rose’s position becomes sharper when viewed against the backdrop of modern Tour depth.

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The paradox of contemporary Tour golf is this: scoring has never been better, yet blowout margins have nearly vanished. Adjusted scoring averages have dropped from approximately 71.2 in 2020 to around 70.8 in the current season, with birdie rates climbing by half a stroke per round across the field. Players are longer, fitter, and more technically refined. The depth chart runs 50 names deep, where it once ran 20.

And yet, eight-shot leads remain almost mythical. Fields now stack the top 20 within five strokes of the lead after 36 holes, compressing margins that once stretched comfortably into double digits. The average winning margin on Tour has shrunk to under three strokes, making Rose’s current position not just impressive but statistically anomalous. Four instances in 20 years. That’s the denominator.

Rose hasn’t said much about the historical company he’s keeping. After his second round, he noted that the large lead wouldn’t change how he approached the South Course — a statement of process over outcome that fits the moment’s quiet weight. Sunday’s final round will determine whether he converts this position into his 13th PGA Tour victory.

But the conversion isn’t the point. Rose is standing where almost no one stands anymore, in a lane that’s been empty for two decades except for Woods, McIlroy, and Scheffler. The modern Tour makes this nearly impossible.

He made it look inevitable.

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A Direct Shot at Canelo ÁLvarez! Claims That the Mexican Boxer Is

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A Direct Shot at Canelo ÁLvarez! Claims That the Mexican Boxer Is Already ‘Old

At 35 years old and with a professional career that began at 15, Canelo has accumulated physical mileage that, according to Mora, is irreversible. ‘At this point, Canelo is an old man. With 68 professional fights, he can no longer fight at the same level. We will not see the great pound-for-pound fighter he used to be,’ he stated emphatically.

Why are the knockouts no longer happening?

One of the most frequent criticisms of the Mexican star in recent years is his inability to finish fights early. Mora attributes this to a loss of power in the legs, a classic symptom of athletic decline:

“When your legs no longer support you, you stop looking for the knockout and start thinking about crossing the finish line. You begin to pace yourself to reach the final rounds, and you worry more about your health than the show,” the former boxer explained.

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Who is the critic?

Sergio Mora rose to stardom after winning the first season of the reality show The Contender. Inside the ring, he achieved glory by seizing the WBC Super Welterweight world title from Vernon Forrest. Since his retirement, he has established himself as one of the most outspoken analysts for the DAZN network.

The debate surrounding Álvarez’s decline is more alive than ever. While his detractors see the lack of knockouts as an unmistakable sign of chronic fatigue, his supporters remain confident that his experience and technique will allow him to continue reigning over the 168-pound division.

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“That Punch Had a Barber License”: Tyson Fury and Others Rea

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“That Punch Had a Barber License”: Tyson Fury, Skye Nicolson, and Others React as Jarrell Miller Humiliated After Toupee Flies Off Mid-Fight

Weird things have happened inside the boxing ring, but nothing quite like this. Jarrell Miller squared off against Kingsley Ibeh in a heavyweight bout on the undercard of Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden in New York. But what was supposed to be an action-packed encounter quickly turned into a comedy show.

In the second round of the fight, Kingsley Ibeh landed a crushing blow, which was supposed to knock Jarrell Millerout. Instead, it detached the toupee that ‘Big Baby’ was wearing during the fight. What made the scene even more amusing was that the hairpiece didn’t completely fall off—it peeled back completely, barely hanging on to Miller’s head.

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Miller, however, leaned into the mishap, even tossing the stray hairpiece into the stands. If you thought the bizarre moment might have derailed his performance, you’d be wrong. With only a ring of hair left circling the top of his head, Miller pressed on and ultimately secured a split-decision victory. The judges scored the bout 94–96, 97–93, and 97–93.

During his post-fight interview, Miller addressed the incident with humor. “So, it’s kinda funny, right?” But the question on everyone’s mind lingered—was Miller going bald? He didn’t dodge it for long. “I get to my mama’s house, and she had some shampoo bottles under her table, and I shampooed it,” Miller revealed.

“That s—t was like ammonia and bleach. I nearly lost my hair like two days ago, so I called my manager: ‘Let me slap that s—t on my own head real quick.’ And [Ibeh] slapped that s—t off!” Rather than feeling embarrassed, Miller leaned fully into the moment, branding himself a comedian. “You can’t take life too seriously sometimes—you’ve got to roll with the punches.”

The hairpiece later made the rounds among fighters seated ringside before Miller danced his way backstage wearing a hat. Not long after, Ring Magazine shared a clip on X capturing the exact instant the mishap occurred. “Kingsley Ibeh just punched Jarrell Miller’s hair off 🤯🤣,” they wrote, prompting reactions from the likes of Tyson Fury, Regis Prograis, Skye Nicolson, and others.

No one knew Jarrell Miller was wearing a wig

Regis Prograis was among the people shocked at the scene. He wrote, “This n—a got a toupee on 😂.” Some of you might remember how Gervonta Davis’ hair leaked grease in his eye, forcing him to take a knee during the Lamont Roach Jr. fight. However, Miller handled his situation better.

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury commented on a post shared by WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman regarding the same. “Wow, Baldy 😂never knew,” Fury commented. Perhaps if Fury ever ends up fighting Miller, he would try to repeat the stunt.

Sulaiman himself was attending the fight. “Found it,” he wrote on X while sharing a couple of images holding Miller’s hairpiece as the latter fought inside the ring.

Skye Nicolson, who was also ringside for the fight, took things further, as she wore the toupee on her head. Uncrowned shared a picture of Nicolson with the toupee on X, which attracted a comment from Ariel Helwani. “Bru.”

Meanwhile, fans weren’t far behind. “That punch had a barber license,” one user joked. After the loss, Ibeh may well have found a second career.

It appears Ring VI shifted gears and decided to give everyone a laugh. But impressively, Jarrell Miller managed to produce a win despite what many would call an embarrassing moment in front of thousands.

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The Hint That Could Reveal Canelo Álvarez’s Next Opponent

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Turki Al-Alshikh moves the pieces and leaves an image that shakes boxing: Canelo Álvarez and Christian Mbilli, face to face. September now has a date, and the title is on the line.

Turki Al-Alshikh moves the board and sends a direct message

Boxing lives on gestures, symbols, and silences that speak louder than any official statement. And Turki Al-Alshikh understands that better than anyone. During the 2025 The Ring Awards, the Saudi promoter delivered a hint that did not go unnoticed: he brought Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez together with Christian Mbilli in front of the cameras, embraced them… and then stepped aside.

The scene was brief but loaded with intention. In a video shared on his social media, Turki is seen posing with both fighters before moving away and allowing Canelo and Mbilli to face each other, exchange greetings, and part with a hug. There were no words, no formal announcement. But the message was clear: the fight is a real possibility.

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According to what Turki himself stated days earlier, Canelo Álvarez will fight for a world title next September 12, a historic date for Mexican boxing. And Mbilli’s name is starting to gain serious traction.

Canelo’s return and a title on the line

After losing his undisputed super middleweight status following his defeat to Terence Crawford last September 13, Canelo Álvarez entered a rebuilding phase. He underwent surgery on his left elbow and ruled out his traditional May return, prioritizing a full recovery.

Just a few days ago, Canelo himself confirmed that he will return to the ring in September — and that it will be for a world title. In that context, Christian Mbilli, recently elevated to full WBC champion at 168 pounds, emerges as a natural… and dangerous option.

According to those close to the international boxing scene, the WBC belt currently held by Mbilli represents one of the most direct paths for Canelo to reclaim a crown he once dominated. And the timing does not appear to be accidental.

Mbilli, the uncomfortable challenger who already heated things up

Beyond Turki’s gesture, Christian Mbilli had already added fuel to the fire. The French fighter, nicknamed “The Assassin Panther,” made waves with comments suggesting that Canelo is “no longer the same fighter” he was five or ten years ago.

Although no verbal exchange can be seen in the video, the image speaks for itself. Mbilli is young, strong, a reigning champion, and hungry. Canelo, on the other hand, represents experience, legacy, and the need to reassert himself after a major setback in his career.

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Why Terence Crawford doesn’t sound fully convinced of his retirem

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Terence Crawford doesn’t sound fully convinced of his retirement

While no one was completely surprised when Terence Crawford announced his retirement in mid-December, there was a lingering feeling that he was leaving the sport while still in his prime. At 38 years old, he had just soundly beaten Canelo Alvarez and could have picked any other opponent next, and he would likely be favored.

But “Bud” decided to go out on top, “walking away as a great with nothing left to prove”. He truly didn’t have to prove anything else to anyone, but his fans wanted to continue seeing him in action. Now, Crawford is focusing on his family life and paving the way for the next generation of boxers.

Terence Crawford retired at the top of his game at 38 years old.

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Terence Crawford named Ring Magazine’s Male Fighter of the Year for 2025

On Friday night, he was able to turn back the clock – not too far – by showing up at Ring Magazine’s “The Ring Awards”, where he was named the Male Fighter of the Year. But before he got on the stage, it was an interview on the red carpet that sparked some intrigue.

Crawford was asked if it felt different attending a boxing event as a retired fighter. His answer showed that he still has the competitive nature in his bones.

A little bit. I done put it behind me, but I still got that fight in me. But at the same time, it feels great to be one of the pioneers that paved the way for the younger fighters that’s coming behind me.

Crawford could fight at an elite level right now and probably for the next few years if he wanted to. Despite the fire still burning within him, he does seem at peace with his retirement decision. But he surely knows he could go toe-to-toe with anyone at the awards ceremony if he pleased.

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Why Anthony Joshua Is Not Considering Retirement

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Anthony Joshua has opened up on the tragic car crash that saw his close friends, Sina Ghami and Latif ‘Latz’ Ayodele, lose their lives.

It’s the first time AJ has sat down in front of a camera and addressed the horrific events in December.

The heavyweight champion has kept a low profile since the crash in Lagos, in which he lost his close pals since childhood and sustained injuries himself. The funerals of Sina and Latz took place on January 4 at a mosque in London.

Joshua, 36, fought back tears as he paid a fitting tribute to his ‘two brothers’. The British boxer also addressed whether he’ll return to the ring after the traumatic event.

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Speaking from the heart, AJ addressed his feelings as he opened up: “That was such an unforeseen circumstance that was out of all of our control. And not only did their parents, their uncles, their cousins, their friends and myself, lose two great men. We lost people that we really care about have been major players in all of our lives, major, major players in all of our lives. It’s tough. It’s really tough.”

Addressing his future in boxing, which was thrown into doubt by the mental and physical issues caused by the accident, Joshua appeared to confirm he would be back in the ring eventually. He said:

“I know what my duty is. They were my brothers, my friends, first and foremost. Then we became business partners, we became hustlers, we became generals, we became everything. We became housemates, who were living together.

“I’ve lost people before, but I don’t think I’ve lost people like that, my left and my right.

“The mission must go on… I understand my duty.”

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The 36-year-old athlete reaffirmed his intentions to look after the loved ones and families of his late friends. Joshua stated:

“My goal is to help their families and to help them achieve their goals, even though they may not be here in the physical. I will be saying my prayers, and I’m going to help them fulfill their dreams for their families. It’s not only me though helping. There’s a whole team working on that stuff.”

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What’s Gervonta Davis’ Future After Posting Bail

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Gervonta Davis was released on bail just hours after being apprehended by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force and Miami Gardens police, as we look at what is next.

The arrest brought an end to a two-week manhunt that began on January 14. Davis was ultimately located in Miami’s Design District and booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Facility before posting bail for $8,500. Davis was taken in after he was accused of charges stemming from a domestic dispute relating to his ex over battery, false imprisonment, and attempted kidnapping.

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It is claimed he grabbed her by the hair and throat before trying to get her into his vehicle. While Davis is currently free, he is subject to standard travel restrictions and is strictly prohibited from contacting the victim. The victim is also pursuing a civil lawsuit seeking over $50,000 in damages. Despite his, Tank Davis’ attorney hit back.

“Gervonta Davis is actually a victim here, and I look forward to establishing that shocking narrative in court. What has happened to Gervonta Davis in this case will transcend the initial charges against him and expose a level of criminality which will be talked about long after his charges are resolved,” Simon Steckel said

The Future

Professionally, Davis is at a standstill. The World Boxing Association recently stripped him of his lightweight title, designating him a “champion in recess” due to his inactivity and the gravity of his legal situation. He hasn’t fought since a controversial majority draw against Lamont Roach Jr. in March 2025, and his highly publicized exhibition match against Jake Paul—originally set for late 2025—was scrapped specifically because of the civil lawsuit filed by the victim. Promoters are currently hesitant to book him, as travel restrictions and potential court dates make scheduling a fight more risky.

Davis could target a late 2026 “super-fight” against the winner of the Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson to reclaim standing. That would require Davis to face the best, something he has previously been criticized for not doing. Tank could take that fight at 135 pounds if Shakur wins and moves back down to lightweight where he is the WBC champ. Alternatively if Lopez wins, Tank could move up to 140 to target that WBO belt. Davis previously moved up to 140 and defeated Mario Barrios. Lopez is ready to face the best.

“He just needs to let go of his pride and ego,” Lopez told a group of reporters in regard to a potential tilt with Tank. Just play business, bro. You really want to fight us, that’s how we can make it happen. We all want to fight each other,” Lopez stated

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