Jake Paul’s promotional company has issued a statement following allegations against his upcoming opponent, Gervonta Davis. The accusations include battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping made by Davis’s ex-girlfriend.
Scheduled for an exhibition match in Miami on November 14, Paul and Davis are set to face off, despite their different weight classes. The fight will not affect their professional records, but a winner will be determined through stoppage or by judges, including an AI official if needed.
Amid calls for the fight’s cancellation due to the accusations against Davis, reports suggested Paul may consider Ryan Garcia as a replacement. However, Most Valuable Promotions, Paul’s company, has clarified that no decision has been finalized yet.
The statement from Most Valuable Promotions stated that they are investigating the civil lawsuit against Gervonta Davis to ensure a well-informed decision. They emphasized their stance against violence and vowed to handle the matter meticulously and respectfully before making any further statements.
While Davis has not responded to the allegations, his trainer dismissed them as baseless. The lawsuit claims that Davis assaulted his ex-partner at her workplace and had threatened her previously. The ex-partner is seeking damages and a jury trial.
Despite considerations of a fight with Ryan Garcia, it has been ruled out due to contractual obligations. Paul might delay his return to the ring until December and has been linked with heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua in the past, though securing a deal on short notice seems unlikely.