Gervonta Davis: Undefeated Record, Changing Title Picture
Gervonta “Tank” Davis remains unbeaten as a professional, but his record and championship status have changed since this profile was first published. After knocking out Frank Martin in 2024, Davis fought Lamont Roach to a majority draw in March 2025. The WBA later designated Davis champion in recess and ordered its vacant lightweight title contested by Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi.
A knockout record and a first draw
Davis built his reputation on sharp counterpunching and fight-ending power. In June 2024, he stopped Frank Martin in the eighth round to retain the WBA lightweight title. At the time, his record stood at 30 wins, including 28 knockouts.
His next title defense, against fellow champion Lamont Roach at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, ended in a majority draw after 12 rounds. One judge scored it 115–113 for Davis; the other two had it 114–114. Davis kept the title, but the result was the first blemish on his otherwise unbeaten record.
Why the Roach fight drew debate
Roach pressed Davis and finished strongly, making the close decision a point of discussion among fans. A disputed ninth-round moment, when Davis took a knee and the referee did not count a knockdown, added to the controversy. Both fighters publicly expressed interest in a rematch, though no second fight has taken place.
The title picture changed in 2026
On June 26, 2026, the World Boxing Association announced that Davis would be designated “champion in recess” at lightweight and that Schofield and Bahdi would contest the vacant title. The organization said it had reviewed Davis’ pending legal proceedings and concluded they could affect his ability to meet championship obligations. Its published profile lists Davis at 30–0–1 with 28 knockouts.
What comes next for Davis’ legacy
Davis remains one of boxing’s most recognizable punchers, but the draw with Roach showed how competitive elite title fights can be when an opponent disrupts his rhythm and keeps pressing. His career still includes major wins and championship success; the next chapter depends on his return to the ring and the matchups he makes when he is able to compete again.
Sources:
[1] Premier Boxing Champions profile and career results
[2] Davis–Roach official bout recap and scorecards
[3] World Boxing Association title-status announcement
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