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Gervonta Davis faces more concerns as the clock ticks down for the WBA title

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Floyd Schofield and Gervonta Davis pose in a boxing gym as negotiations continue following the WBA lightweight title order.

Gervonta Davis has more concerns than Floyd Schofield as the WBA’s 30-day lightweight championship clock continues to tick down on a deadline that suddenly seems a lot less significant than it did a week ago.

As WBN previously reported, highlighting the confusion surrounding the WBA’s mandatory order, there are only 23 days left until the conclusion of negotiations between Davis and number one contender Floyd Schofield.

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Schofield keeps the pressure on while Davis remains noiseless on the matter.

The undefeated contender has posted repeatedly about Davis on social media in recent weeks, and recently drew attention to the passing deadline.

“Negotiations have begun with only 23 days remaining. I wonder what will happen now with the current Tank Davis situation,” Schofield wrote, asking what effect this might have on the WBA order.

The post was another reminder that while Schofield appears fully focused on securing his first shot at a world title, there is still uncertainty on the champion’s side.

It is unclear whether Davis focuses on any of these issues.

Gervonta Davis

His last public appearance was alongside Adrien Broner on a livestream that felt more like checking on a friend than a boxing discussion. There was no indication that the mandatory title negotiations occupied most of Davis’s attention.

This is hardly surprising.

Davis publicly retired from the sport before agreeing to face Jake Paul in a lucrative crossover fight. This deal later collapsed due to legal complications that still persist.

Reports indicate that Davis is still dealing with the consequences of a probation violation stemming from the incident at a Miami strip club that derailed Paul’s fight.

The matter has become so grave that questions about Davis’ immediate future compete with questions about who he will fight next.

WBA title clock

This leaves the WBA in an increasingly awkward position after Davis was granted champion status during his hiatus in January.

The organization ordered Davis and Schofield to begin negotiations. Schofield is waiting. The deadline is approaching.

With the clock ticking, the irony is that the biggest obstacle to the fight may have nothing to do with Floyd Schofield.

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Turki Alalshikh rejects reports about the location of the Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury fight

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Image: Turki Alalshikh Rejects Venue Reports For Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury Fight

Turki Alalshikh says no decision has been made yet on where the long-discussed fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will take place, rejecting recent reports that suggested a venue had already been decided.

“So far I haven’t decided where the fight will take place and I will cooperate with me, some people are making up stories about it,” Turki wrote on Twitter social media.

“If you want to know the facts, take it from me or the ring. If you want to waste your time, listen to others.”

Responding to speculations, Turki also pointed to his achievements.


“I think you have tested me all these years and you know that whatever I say, I will do,” he added.

The comments come amid reports linking the fight to Las Vegas. Some British fans insisted on Wembley Stadium instead, arguing that the Fury-Joshua fight should take place in the UK. Turki’s post made it clear that no decision had been made regarding the location of the event.

The heavyweight rivals have spent years on different paths despite repeated calls for a fight between them. Fury recently returned to action after announcing his retirement earlier this year, while Joshua is expected to return later in 2026 after recovering from elbow surgery.

The date and location of the fight have not yet been announced, but Turki made it clear that any reports claiming a location has already been chosen should be treated with caution until an official announcement is made.

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Last updated: 21/06/2026 at 11:09

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Dave Allen Predicts KO for Moses Itauma Against Filip Hrgovic: ‘He’ll Stop Him Early’

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Dave Allen makes new KO prediction for Moses Itauma vs ‘real deal’ Filip Hrgovic: “He’ll stop him early”

Dave Allen presented a up-to-date Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic match prediction, this time expressing his belief that the fight will end twice as speedy.

The two heavyweights will face off on August 29 at London’s O2 Arena, with many expecting Itauma to face the toughest task of his career to date.

While the 21-year-old has yet to prove himself at a world-class level, he has shown signs of real, world-class potential looked particularly impressive against Jermaine Franklin, who scored a devastating fifth-inning score in March.

However, Hrgovic is believed to be much more experienced and talented than Franklin, who is known more for his durability than anything else.

Not only is Hrgovic a long-term customer, but the Olympic bronze medalist has no shortage of amateur pedigree and professional experience.

The Croatian’s only professional defeat came against Daniel Dubois in June 2024, when he tried strenuous but was ultimately stopped in the eighth round.

Since then, he has scored over Joe Joyce and David Adeleye, most recently suffering a three-round loss to veteran heavyweight Allen last month.

Taking to social mediaAllen insisted Hrgovic is the “real deal” but believes Itauma will make a powerful statement.

“I think it’s an amazing fight – you have a proven world-class fighter against probably a guy who will be ‘the man’ for the next 15 years.

“Hrgovic is good – he really is. He’s really good. But I think Itauma [is] too speedy for him. Maybe too speedy and too fresh. I think Itauma will win early.”

While Hrgovic is widely considered a top-10 heavyweight, it can be argued that Itauma is more talented and almost certainly has a higher ceiling than his 34-year-old opponent.

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“All they do is interfere” with the Garcia-Benn fight

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Image: Oscar De La Hoya Blasts Zuffa: 'All They Do Is Get In The Way' Of Garcia-Benn Fight

Oscar De La Hoya criticized Zuffa Boxing on Saturday while discussing a potential September 12 fight between Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn.

“The problem I have with Zuffa is that everything they touch, whenever they get involved in it, it’s always a large damn problem,” De La Hoya said during DAZN’s Golden Boy on Saturday night.

“Ryan Garcia has a promotional contract with Golden Boy and Ryan fights on DAZN. Zuffa Boxing, all they do is interfere and make things tough. The bottom line is Ryan Garcia wants to fight on September 12, but he will fight on DAZN.”

Garcia and Benn have been linked to the September 12 fight. Previous reports indicated that the event may be promoted by Zuffa Boxing and distributed on Paramount+.


“If the opponent is Conor Benn, so be it, but we all have to work together to make the fight happen,” De La Hoya said. “There are promoters for a reason, there are contracts for a reason, but when Zuffa gets involved there is always a large problem.”

Golden Boy recently issued a cease and desist letter to Zuffa Boxing in connection with its promotion of Garcia.

Ryan won the WBC welterweight title with a victory over Mario Barrios on February 21. Benn’s last fight was on April 11, defeating Regis Prograis in London.

Garcia remains under contract with Golden Boy. De La Hoya reiterated Saturday that any future fight involving Garcia must be coordinated by the company and broadcast on DAZN.

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