Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement following allegations against his upcoming opponent, Gervonta Davis, which include battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping by an ex-girlfriend.
The scheduled exhibition fight between Paul and Davis in Miami on November 14 has stirred controversy, given their different weight classes. While the bout won’t affect their professional records, a winner will be determined through stoppage or judges’ decision.
Despite calls for the fight’s cancellation due to the accusations against Davis, Paul’s promotional company, Most Valuable Promotions, has not made a final decision. They have launched an investigation into the civil lawsuit filed against Davis and are reviewing the details before taking any action.
Davis has not responded to the allegations, but his trainer dismissed them as baseless. The lawsuit accuses Davis of assaulting his ex-partner at her workplace and engaging in violent behavior on multiple occasions. The ex-partner is seeking damages and a jury trial.
Plans for Ryan Garcia to replace Davis in the fight have been scrapped, as Garcia’s contractual obligations prevent the matchup. Paul may delay his return to the ring to December and has been linked to a potential fight with Anthony Joshua, although a quick deal seems unlikely.
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