WATCH: Gervonta Davis’ INSANE SPEED on mitts on first day back in training has internet shocked
Gervonta Davis has returned to the gym after being released from prison. The boxing sensation put out a video of training that captured attention on social media.
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Gervonta Davis said he will return to the ring in early 2024. Furthermore, the WBA lightweight champion has yet to make an official statement on the next fight. Subsequently, Davis posted a video of himself hitting pads, showing off his incredible hand speed.
In addition, the last time Davis entered a ring was when he fought against boxing superstar Ryan Garcia. After the fight, he was convicted in June and remained in prison for about 44 days. “Tank” didn’t have to go to jail initially because he took a plea deal and pleaded guilty to four traffic violations. He was involved in a car accident in November 2020 that injured four people. In addition, less than a month after his conviction, Davis was sent to prison as he violated the conditions of his home detention and was sentenced to serve the remainder of his sentence.
He was let go in July and has since planned to return to the ring at the beginning of 2024. Furthermore, since he was arrested, Davis is back at the gym after his long gap, even though he will not return to action until 2024. Subsequently, Davis appears sharp despite missing action inside the gym. Davis will look to get back in shape and compete in early 2024.
In addition, the clip of Davis hitting the pads was showered with love and mixed reactions. Most people appreciated how sharp Davis looked, while others doubted if the video had been sped up. Nevertheless, Davis is an impressive boxer. Fight fans will look forward to watching him fight inside the ring.
The last fight featuring Gervonta Davis before going to prison
After years of back and forth, Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia finally took place on Saturday, April 22, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. In a battle of unbeaten boxers, ‘Tank’ emerged victorious, striking Garcia in the 7th round with a devastating body shot.
Davis did not have much trouble against Garcia. He started to dominate in the early rounds. Davis also knocked down Garcia with a counter hook. Fundamentally, Garcia was not as superior as Davis. Tank used this aspect of his game to outclass Garcia across seven rounds. Eventually, a powerful bodyshot stunned Garcia, and he could not continue.
Furthermore, both fighters received an immense fighter’s purse from the catchweight match, according to a report from Sportspayouts. Davis, the regular lightweight champion of the WBA, received a guaranteed $5 million purse and 50% of PPV shares for the fight. Similarly, Garcia received a guaranteed purse of two and a half million dollars.
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