The fight will be an exhibition, which gives Davis more flexibility to gain weight and might include safeguards to protect Paul. While the main event grabs headlines, the undercard is starting to take shape.
WBO light welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez has put his name forward to be part of the event. Lopez's offer didn't sit well with fans. Many saw it as begging for a spot and avoiding a fight with Shakur Stevenson. Some fans thought Lopez was putting money ahead of his career.
Lopez insists he's still fully committed to a bout with Stevenson. He claims to have accepted Stevenson's offer for a fight in early 2026. This comes after a previous statement suggesting a January date, which remains unconfirmed.
"I've accepted Shakur's offer. We're looking at early 2026 for our fight," Lopez stated.
The boxing world got a shock from the Paul-Davis fight announcement. Fans remain skeptical about the Lopez-Stevenson matchup and want official confirmation before getting their hopes up.
As the November date approaches, more details about the Paul-Davis exhibition and its undercard will likely emerge. For now, the unexpected pairing of the YouTube star turned boxer and the seasoned champion known as "Tank" has everyone talking.