Mike Coppinger reported that negotiations between the camps had intensified, contracts had been exchanged, and the probable date of the fight was September or October.

If the fight is finalized, it will be his first appearance since his controversial majority draw with Lamont Roach Jr. earlier this year. The result ended Davis’ long winning streak and sparked debate among fans and analysts, with many believing Roach had done enough to secure the victory.

Meanwhile, Schofield will get the biggest opportunity of his newborn career. The 23-year-old fighter set an undefeated record for the organization, constantly climbing the rankings, thanks to which he took first place in the WBA lightweight division. Although Schofield has faced criticism from some observers for not facing elite opponents, a fight with Gervonta would provide an immediate opportunity to test himself against one of boxing’s biggest attractions.

Davis (31-0-1 (29 KO)) remains one of the sport’s most recognizable stars and a pay-per-view headliner, despite questions surrounding his latest outing. Before the Roach fight, the Baltimore native recorded stoppage victories over Frank Martin and Ryan Garcia, cementing his reputation as one of boxing’s most perilous fighters.

Schofield (19-0 (13 KO)) has repeatedly expressed interest in fighting the division’s top fighters. A victory over Tank would immediately change the lightweight world and elevate him from promising contender to world champion.

Dana White had the opportunity to put an end to speculation about Tyson Fury’s involvement in Zuffa Boxing. Instead, he suggested that an announcement could come soon.

Fury was in attendance at White’s recent UFC event, where the UFC president was asked directly if the former heavyweight champion had signed on to his novel boxing venture. Instead of denying it, White suggested an announcement could come soon.

“We will be announcing that decision soon,” White said. “Listen, I’ll say it again: judge me on January 1, 2027, based on what we’ve done with boxing this year. All these other guys talk a lot of crap. I didn’t say anything about any of these guys, I didn’t talk crap about anyone or any of that stuff. I’m in my lane, doing my thing. Just sit back and watch. We’ll definitely make an announcement soon.”

White’s comments came after Fury had already teased that the UFC boss had made a “huge” announcement involving him, and Fury suggested that it should be up to White to reveal the details.

When asked separately about signing White, Fury gave a similarly cryptic answer, refusing to give a definitive answer while stopping miniature of completely dismissing the reports.

The exchange only intensified speculation that Fury could play a major role in Zuffa Boxing’s future plans. White has repeatedly said he aims to make a significant impact on the sport this year, and Fury’s appearance at the event made boxing one of the main topics of the evening.

As of now, there has been no official confirmation that Fury has signed a contract with Zuffa Boxing. However, White had numerous opportunities to decline the opportunity and chose not to.

Fury is expected to return later this year in a fight that has been described as close ahead of a potential showdown with Anthony Joshua. Although Joshua’s fight has not yet been formally announced, it remains one of the biggest attractions available in boxing.

Olly Campbell is a boxing journalist covering this sport since 2014, providing reports from the ring and technical analyzes of the most critical fights. His work focuses on fighter tendencies, tactical adjustments and the details that shape high-level competition.

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Last updated: 15/06/2026 at 11:15

Roy Jones Jr has no doubt who would win in a fantastic fight between Floyd Mayweather and Sugar Ray Leonard.

Boxing legends Mayweather and Leonard both have the honor of being world champions in five weight divisions, but perhaps it was their welterweight days when each was at the peak of their powers.

Mayweather defeated the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Shane Mosley and Juan Manuel Marquez in the 147-pound division, and Leonard became the undisputed welterweight champion after victories over fellow “Four Kings” icons Roberto Duran and Thomas Hearns.

This has often led fans to debate how the clash between Mayweather and Leonard would have gone had they met in prime welterweight form, and Jones, a Hall of Famer, is confident of what the outcome would have been.

I’m talking to All The Smoke FightJones saw no possible way Mayweather could win.

“For me, people don’t give him enough credit. People always say, ‘Well, Floyd would beat Sugar,’ no, honey, Floyd isn’t as mean as Sugar.

“How? [would Mayweather win]. How are you going to keep him away from him? Sugar is a dog. People don’t understand. Just because her name is Sugar doesn’t mean anything! Sugar is a dog, people don’t pay enough attention to him.

Jones is extremely confident that Leonard would have put his hand up, which he did when he faced Mayweather’s father, Floyd Sr., in September 1978, winning after a 10th-round stoppage.