WBA regular lightweight champion Gervonta Davis has been arrested just a week before his scheduled bout against Hector Luis Garcia on 7th January. ‘Tank’ was arrested in Broward County on Tuesday and charged with battery and domestic violence.
According to TMZ, Davis also had a mug shot taken and is currently in police custody. Further reports about the case are yet to be disclosed. However, the boxing world was quick to react to this shocking news.
Boxing world reacts to Davis being arrested days before his next fight
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Boxing promoter Lou DiBella Tweeted, “A man who serially beats up women is a piece of [poop emoji]. PERIOD. I don’t care how good you are at your sport. #boxing”
A man who serially beats up women is a piece of 💩. PERIOD. I don’t care how good you are at your sport. #boxing
— Lou DiBella (@loudibella) December 28, 2022
Another boxer, Ivan Redkach, felt sorry for ‘Tank’ stating that Karma had finally caught up to him.
tell me sorry for him, say nothing @Gervontaa you can't get away from karma, her turn is just big 🔄🔄🔄 pic.twitter.com/44rfYWvUqJ
— Ivan Redkach (@ivan_redkach) December 28, 2022
However, ESPN journalist Salvador Rodriguez wondered if Davis’ next fight will take place following his arrest.
Ups, en problemas legales Gervonta Davis, a ver si esto no cambia el esquema para enero 7 y luego lo de Ryan.
— Salvador Rodriguez (@ChavaESPN) December 28, 2022
Moreover, one journalist even shared the mug shot of Davis he got in jail.
Gervonta Davis mugshot pic.twitter.com/4hYJ0alFWY
— Amy Kaplan (@PhotoAmy33) December 28, 2022
One journalist made the announcement about Davis’ arrest and claimed that he would face Luis Garcia on January 7.
Per Broward County (Fla.) Sheriff's Office online records: Gervonta Davis was arrested Tuesday and is in jail charged with "battery-cause bodily harm- domestic violence." He's scheduled to fight Hector Luis Garcia on Jan. 7 on @ShowtimeBoxing PPV. #boxing
— Dan Rafael (@DanRafael1) December 28, 2022
Following this, combat sports editor Daniel Yanofsky stated that ‘Tank’ was in the news for all the wrong reasons and was awaiting further information like all fans.
Well… once again, Gervonta Davis is in the news for all the wrong reasons. We await further information….
— Daniel Yanofsky (@DanYanofsky) December 28, 2022
Lastly, Boxing Scene editor Jake Donovan announced that while he was gathering information, details about Davis’ arrest were still very vague and he was waiting for further details.
Still gathering information but according to Broward County (FL) records, Gervonta Davis was arrested by Parkland police Tuesday on one charge of domestic violence (Battery Causing Bodily Harm). No further details at this time…
— Jake Donovan (@JakeNDaBox) December 28, 2022
Davis’ arrest certainly came as a shock to the boxing world. Moreover, the 2-division champion might face time in prison if he is convicted of these charges with a bout with his long-time rival Ryan Garcia looming over his head. In addition, he will compete in a few weeks against Hector Luis Garcia, which also might be in jeopardy.
Update on Gervonta Davis vs. Hector Luis Garcia
This bout will likely be postponed or called off given that the circumstances have changed drastically. However, if he manages to get bail and is not tried before the fight, he could face Luis Garcia at a later date.
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With the fight just after a week, the promotions of both fighters might agree to schedule the fight after Davis is done with his trial. Despite that, it is also possible that the fight will be canceled altogether.
What did you think about Davis’ arrest just before his next fight? Let us know in the comments.
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