Gervonta Davis Defeats Ryan Garcia in Non-Title Fight
Garcia Drops to One Knee After Liver Shot
Davis Retains Unbeaten Record with 29th KO
LAS VEGAS -- Gervonta "Tank" Davis has maintained his unbeaten record after knocking out Ryan Garcia in the seventh round of their non-title catchweight fight. The bout, which took place on April 22, 2023, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, ended with a vicious body shot that sent Garcia reeling to the canvas.
Garcia, who entered the fight as a slight underdog, suffered the first loss of his professional career. After taking a moment to compose himself, he took a knee before eventually collapsing to the ground. The delayed effect of the liver shot proved too much for him to overcome.
Davis, on the other hand, has cemented his status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world. Known for his explosive power, he has now knocked out 27 of his opponents in his 29-fight career. This is his second victory over a former world champion, having previously defeated Leo Santa Cruz in 2020.
The fight, which had been highly anticipated by boxing fans, lived up to its billing. Both fighters displayed their impressive skills and grit, but in the end, it was Davis's power and experience that proved to be decisive.
With this victory, Davis has put the boxing world on notice. He is now a legitimate threat to any fighter in the lightweight division and beyond. Garcia, meanwhile, will need to regroup and reassess his options. The loss is a setback, but it is also an opportunity for him to learn and grow as a fighter.
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