Gervonta “Tank” Davis, the reigning World Boxing Association (WBA) lightweight champion, was arrested early Friday morning in South Florida on charges of battery-domestic violence, reportedly accused of hitting his ex-girlfriend. According to reports, he was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami.
This incident follows a history of legal troubles for the 30-year-old boxer, who earlier this year served 44 days in a Baltimore detention center for breaching the terms of his house arrest. Davis was previously sentenced to 90 days of home detention after pleading guilty to charges related to a November 2020 crash that injured four individuals, including a pregnant woman.
In addition to his legal issues, Davis is gearing up for a rematch against Lamont Roach Jr. on August 16 in Las Vegas. Their first encounter ended in a majority draw, with some controversy surrounding a ninth-round incident where Davis took a knee but was not deemed a knockdown by the referee. This rematch provides Davis an opportunity to not only address the previous fight’s controversy but also to improve his professional record, which currently stands at 30 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw.
Davis has acknowledged Roach’s skillset, stating, “Lamont is a great fighter. He got the skills… It was a lesson. Hopefully, we can run it back.” As Davis prepares for this crucial fight, fans are eager to see if he can maintain his undefeated status amidst the challenges outside the ring.
This situation highlights the complexities athletes face, balancing their professional aspirations with personal issues that can impact their careers.