Jake Paul finds himself searching for a new opponent as legal troubles sideline Gervonta 'Tank' Davis. The much-anticipated bout, originally scheduled for November 14, 2023, remains uncertain due to Davis's ongoing issues.
Davis, who carries the reputation of a boxing champion, faces various legal challenges. His recent arrest for domestic violence and a lawsuit from ex-girlfriend Courtney Rosell allege an assault at the strip club where she worked. These legal battles not only jeopardize his fight with Jake Paul but also tarnish his public image.
In light of these developments, Ryan Garcia emerges as a likely candidate to step into the ring with Paul. An offer has already been made for a December date. The situation brings back memories of Paul's previous bout against Julio César Chávez Jr., where he claimed victory by a wide margin on the scorecards.
While Netflix had intentions to showcase this anticipated clash exclusively, they now face the challenge of potentially re-focusing their broadcast efforts on a new matchup. As discussions regarding potential replacements continue, Anthony Joshua's name surfaces as an intriguing possibility.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, expressed openness to the idea. Speaking enthusiastically about the prospect, he remarked:
"We're available. If you ask me, 'Do we take the fight?' Of course, we'll take the fight. It would be a great way to end this little journey. Does Jake Paul really want to fight Anthony Joshua? He's a crazy guy. Maybe he thinks he can catch AJ on the fly."
Paul may indeed consider taking on even bigger names in the boxing world should Davis officially bow out due to his legal struggles.
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With Davis’s career taking hits from multiple fronts due to his ongoing legal woes – including charges previously dropped – contenders stand ready as Jake Paul gears up for what is surely shaping up to be another headline-grabbing event in his boxing journey.
