Gervonta "Tank" Davis is skeptical about the success of the proposed Saudi boxing league.
He doubts that different promoters will agree to collaborate, even though companies like Golden Boy Promotions and Matchroom are reportedly in discussions with the Saudis about creating the league. Davis believes promoters often protect their fighters by matching them against weaker opponents to inflate their records and create an illusion of greatness, which would be threatened by the proposed league.
He also thinks a unified boxing league would mean more competitive and authentic matches, similar to the UFC, which would benefit fans but pose a challenge for promotional companies. These companies could no longer easily stage fights with predetermined outcomes to enhance their fighters' reputations. In such a league, the true skill levels of fighters would be exposed, and many careers could suffer as a result.
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For promotional companies like Top Rank and PBC, supporting the league would mean a significant shift in how they manage their fighters. For Tank Davis, facing consistently tougher competition could jeopardize his career trajectory. If Davis had been consistently matched against the best fighters throughout his career, his record might not be as impressive, and he might not be a pay-per-view star today. Similarly, other fighters managed by Top Rank would have to face top-tier opponents regularly, potentially diminishing their careers.
Davis acknowledges that while becoming the undisputed champion at 135 pounds interests him, the reality of facing tougher opponents in a unified league could be daunting. He remains focused on his immediate goals, such as his upcoming fight against Frank Martin, and expresses a desire to engage with fans post-fight, despite his recent frustration with media obligations.
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