In Las Vegas, Gervonta Davis successfully defended his WBA lightweight title by knocking out Frank Martin in the eighth round. Known as “the Tank,” Davis delivered a powerful left uppercut and left hook that sent Martin to the canvas. As he celebrated with a backflip into the ring, his undefeated record improved to 30-0 with 28 knockouts. Meanwhile, Martin suffered his first defeat in 19 professional fights.
Davis’ victory marked his return to the ring after beating Ryan Garcia in April 2023 and handing him his first career loss. Garcia was in attendance to watch Davis take on Martin and even approached him after the fight, expressing a desire for a rematch. The exciting bout between Davis and Martin showcased the incredible talent and skill of both fighters, leaving fans eager for more thrilling boxing matches in the future.
