Canelo Álvarez, the undisputed king of the super middleweight division, has called out Gervonta 'Tank' Davis for his actions in a recent fight against Lamonte Roach. The Mexican superstar believes Davis's behavior should have led to disqualification.
Álvarez, who holds the WBC, WBA, and WBO titles at super middleweight, didn't mince words when discussing Davis's performance. The criticism comes at a time when the debate over who's the face of boxing continues to heat up.
Davis, known as 'Tank', currently holds the WBA lightweight title. He's a multi-division champion with previous belts across several weight classes. ESPN ranked him as the world's second-best active lightweight in May 2024.
Canelo's comments carry significant weight in the boxing world. He's achieved world championships in four weight classes and unified titles in three. From 2021 to July 2024, he was the first and only undisputed super middleweight champion.
The Mexican fighter's career has been nothing short of spectacular. He's won lineal titles in multiple divisions and become a cultural icon in his home country. Globally, he's recognized as a sports phenomenon and a massive financial success in boxing.
While Davis has made his mark in the sport, Canelo's criticism highlights the ongoing scrutiny top fighters face. As the debate over boxing's premier star continues, incidents like this will likely play a role in shaping public opinion.
