Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement in response to allegations against Gervonta Davis, Paul’s upcoming opponent. Davis faces accusations of battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping from an ex-girlfriend.
Despite the controversy, Paul and Davis are scheduled to face off in an exhibition match in Miami on November 14. The bout, set between Davis at lightweight and Paul at cruiserweight, will not affect their professional records but will declare a winner through stoppage or judges’ decision.
Amid calls for the fight’s cancellation, reports hinted at Paul considering Ryan Garcia as a replacement for Davis. However, Most Valuable Promotions, Paul’s promotional company, clarified that no decision has been reached yet.
In their statement, Most Valuable Promotions stated that they are actively investigating the civil lawsuit against Davis, emphasizing their stance against violence. They are diligently reviewing the situation and will decide on the next steps after consultation with relevant parties.
Davis has not responded to the accusations, but his trainer dismissed them as baseless. The lawsuit alleges that Davis assaulted his ex-partner at her workplace and had a history of violence towards her. The ex-partner is seeking damages and a jury trial.
Regarding a potential fight with Paul, Garcia is out of the picture due to contractual obligations with DAZN, as explained by promoter Oscar De La Hoya. Paul may reschedule his return to the ring for December, with past rumors linking him to a matchup with heavyweight Anthony Joshua, though securing such a deal on short notice seems unlikely.