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The highly anticipated showdown between Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. is set for March 1, 2025, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. After a postponement from its original December 2024 date, boxing fans are eager to see Davis, a knockout specialist and undefeated WBA lightweight champion, defend his title against Roach, the super-featherweight champion who is stepping up a weight class for this bout. With both fighters coming off significant victories, the fight promises an intriguing clash of power and precision.
| 🟤 Fight | Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach |
| 🟤 Date | March 1, 2025 |
| 🟤 Venue | Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York |
| 🟤 Titles on the Line | WBA Lightweight Championship |
| 🟤 Tank vs Roach UK Time (Ring Walks) | 3 AM, UK Time |
| 🟤 Where to wacth – UK | Broadcast not confirmed as of yet. Alternative – £63.30 on PPV.com |
| 🟤 Weight Classes | Lightweight (135 lbs) |
| 🟤 Event Type | Title Defense by Davis; Roach granted special permission to move up category |
| 🟤 Ticket Availability | Limited tickets available via Ticketmaster and StubHub |
Davis vs Roach Odds
| Bookmaker | Gervonta Davis Win | Lamont Roach Win |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 1/20 (-2000) | 8/1 (+800) |
| Paddy Power | 1/20 (-2000) | 8/1 (+800) |
| Cosmobet | 1/25 (-2500) | 9/1 (+900) |
| Mystake | 1/25 (-2500) | 10/1 (+1000) |
| Betfred | 1/20 (-2000) | 8/1 (+800) |
| William Hill | 1/20 (-2000) | 8/1 (+800) |
Winning chances – Gervonta vs Roach
Comparison of Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach
| Statistic | Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis | Lamont Roach |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 30 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws (28 KOs) | 25 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw (10 KOs) |
| Knockout Percentage | 93% | 40% |
| Odds for Knockout | 11/50 (-450) | 14/1 (+1400) |
| Age | 30 years old | 29 years old |
| Height Advantage | 5′ 6″ / 168 cm | 5′ 7″ / 170 cm |
| Reach Advantage | 68.9″ / 175 cm | 68.1″ / 173 cm |
| Fighting Stance | Southpaw | Orthodox |
| Pro Debut | 2013 | 2014 |
| Total Fights | 30 | 27 |
| Total Rounds Fought | 138 | 172 |
| Odds to Win on Points | 7/2 (+350) | 28/1 (+2800) |
| Current Ranking | #1 by The Ring (Lightweight) | Not ranked by The Ring |
Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis enters the fight with an undefeated record of 30-0-0, boasting an impressive 93% knockout percentage, while Lamont Roach brings a 25-1-1 record with 40% knockouts. Davis has a significant power advantage, with 28 KOs to Roach’s 10, and is favored heavily at 11/50 odds for a knockout. However, Roach has a slight height and reach advantage, and both fighters have a similar level of experience, with Davis having made his debut a year earlier. Davis is ranked #1 by The Ring at lightweight, while Roach is not currently ranked. While Davis is the clear favorite, Roach’s solid record and reach advantage could still provide him with a competitive edge in the ring.
Gervonta Tank Davis – Fighting Record
Davis remains unbeaten as a professional, with a record of 30 wins, 0 losses, and 0 draws. Davis has stopped 4 of his last 5 opponents and has a 93% knockout percentage. His last fight was 8 months and 14 days ago, with an average of 7.8 months between fights in the last 3 years.
Recent Victories
- Frank Martin (June 15, 2024): Knocked out Martin in the 8th round to defend his WBA Super World Lightweight title at MGM Grand, Las Vegas.
- Ryan Garcia (April 22, 2023): Stopped Garcia in the 7th round at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas.
- Hector Luis Garcia (January 7, 2023): Won by technical knockout in the 9th round at Capital One Arena, Washington.
- Rolando Romero (May 28, 2022): Defeated Romero by technical knockout in the 6th round at Barclays Center, New York.
- Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz (December 5, 2021): Won by unanimous decision at Staples Center, California.
Lamont Roach – Fighting Record
Roach holds a record of 25 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, with 10 knockouts. Roach’s only loss came against Jamel Herring by unanimous decision in their WBO World Junior Lightweight title fight on November 9, 2019. His last fight was 8 months and 1 day ago, showing slightly more recent activity.
Recent Victories
- Feargal McCrory (June 28, 2024): Stopped McCrory in the 8th round to defend his WBA World Super Featherweight title at Entertainment and Sports Arena, Washington.
- Hector Luis Garcia (November 25, 2023): Won by split decision at Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, to claim the WBA World Super Featherweight title.
- Angel Rodriguez (July 16, 2022): Won by unanimous decision in a 12-round contest at Crypto.com Arena, California.
- Rene Alvarado (December 18, 2021): Won by unanimous decision in a 10-round contest at AT&T Center, Texas.
Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach predictions
Oscar De La Hoya (Former professional boxer and boxing promoter)
De La Hoya praises both fighters, acknowledging Roach’s skills but believes Davis is on another level. He predicts a tough night for Roach but emphasises that he should not be counted out.
Claressa Shields (Unified world champion in middleweight boxing)
Shields praises Davis as a formidable fighter but also defends Roach, noting his decorated amateur career and toughness. She believes Roach has potential but acknowledges Tank’s superiority.
Tim Bradley (Former world champion and boxing analyst)
Bradley criticises the matchmaking for Davis, claiming that Roach is being brought up from a lighter weight class to make Davis look good, suggesting that Roach has not faced anyone with the same punch power as Davis.
Teofimo Lopez (Former lightweight champion)
Lopez questions the legitimacy of the matchup, suggesting that Davis is being protected by fighting someone from a lower weight class, even if Roach is a champion.
Richardson Hitchins (Professional boxer)
Hitchins sees the fight as a technical battle, highlighting Davis’s defensive skills and the similarities between the two fighters, both from the DMV area. He believes Roach deserves more credit despite his loss to Jamel Herring.
The predictions for the Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach fight are mixed. Oscar De La Hoya and Claressa Shields praise Davis as a tough opponent but acknowledge Roach’s potential, with Shields highlighting Roach’s strong amateur background. Meanwhile, Tim Bradley and Teofimo Lopez criticise the matchup, suggesting Davis’s opponents are carefully chosen, with Lopez implying Roach is being brought up from a lower weight class. Richardson Hitchins sees the fight as a technical battle and believes Roach has more skill than many think. Overall, Davis is the favourite, but Roach’s abilities shouldn’t be overlooked.
Davis VS Roach Undercard
- Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach: WBA lightweight title
- Jose Valenzuela vs Gary Antuanne Russell: Super lightweight
- Alberto Puello vs Sandor Martin: WBC super lightweight title
- Yoenis Tellez vs Julian Williams: Super welterweight
- Jarrett Hurd vs Johan Gonzalez
- Alex Dilmaghani vs Jonathan Lopez
How to watch Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach
TV/Stream: Prime PPV
The fight will be available to watch on Prime PPV in the UK.
Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, United States
Lamont Roach vs Gervonta Davis will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Time: 3 AM, UK Time
The main event is expected to start at 3 AM UK time.