The cancellation stems from a lawsuit filed by Courtney Rossel, who is Davis’ ex-girlfriend. She has accused him of aggravated assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress in an incident at the nightclub Tootsie’s Cabaret, where she worked. These charges suggest significant turmoil that has impacted the boxer’s life outside the ring.
Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), represented by CEO Nakisa Bidarian, has addressed the situation. In their statement, they expressed regret over the event's cancellation but signaled future plans for Jake Paul. MVP aims to have him headline a Netflix event in 2025. Bidarian remarked:
"While we will not be going ahead with this event, we are maintaining our plan for Jake Paul to headline a Netflix event in 2025. We will share details on the new date, venue and opponent as soon as they're confirmed."
Davis isn’t new to legal troubles. Earlier this year, he faced house arrest following a hit-and-run incident in Baltimore. A domestic-related case was also dismissed recently involving the mother of his two children.
As Jake Paul recalibrates his path forward, several names could enter his crosshairs for future bouts: Ryan Garcia, Nate Diaz, Andre Ward, Terence Crawford, and Francis Ngannou all stand out as potential opponents.
Navigating these challenges and reorganizing his career trajectory remains crucial for both fighters. For now, much remains uncertain except for Paul's definite entry onto Netflix's platform in 2025—details awaited eagerly by fans worldwide.