Paul spilled the beans on how close they came to making it happen. He said:
"Yes, there was a lot of talk and it was in negotiations, almost ready to happen."
The fight hinged on Davis beating Roach. But things didn't go as planned. Roach managed to keep Davis in check for 12 rounds. Davis couldn't bring his usual explosiveness or land the knockout blow everyone expected.
This turn of events put the brakes on what could have been one of the year's biggest fights. Paul, who's racked up 10 wins and just 1 loss, was eager to add a big name like Davis to his record.
Paul didn't shy away from confirming how real the possibility was:
"But Gervonta and I were definitely scheduled to fight."
Now, Davis has unfinished business with Roach. He needs to win the rematch before he can think about other opponents. Paul gets it, saying:
"Now he has to do his rematch with Lamont, get that win, and then we can pick it up."
Paul was at the Davis-Roach fight, showing just how close they were to making their own match a reality. While the project's on ice for now, Paul's keeping the door open. He's ready to jump back into talks once Davis sorts out his rematch with Roach.
For now, boxing fans will have to wait and see if this potential blockbuster bout will ever make it to the ring.