Boxing star Gervonta “Tank” Davis is back in the news, but unfortunately, it’s for the wrong reasons this time. The undefeated WBA lightweight champion was arrested on July 11, 2025, in Miami Beach, Florida, facing domestic violence charges related to an alleged incident with his ex-girlfriend on Father’s Day.
This situation has ignited a lot of discussion, casting doubt on his upcoming boxing rematch and prompting scrutiny of his legal history. Here’s what we know so far.
The Alleged Incident: What Happened on Father’s Day?
Reports indicate that the altercation took place on June 15 when Davis visited his ex-girlfriend’s home in Doral to pick up their two kids. An argument escalated, leading to Davis allegedly hitting her in the back of the head and slapping her, which left her with a minor cut on her lip. The victim even texted her mother during the dispute, who recorded part of the incident, capturing a moment where Davis threw a small box at her.
When questioned by police, Davis declined to sign a Miranda warning and was subsequently held without bond at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami-Dade County.
Gervonta Davis arrested again for battery and domestic violence charges against his children’s mother on Father’s Day.
**Video from his Dec. 2022 arrest for domestic violence** pic.twitter.com/meGvAYhKRl
— VideoMixtape.com (@VideoMixtape_) July 11, 2025
Davis’s Legal History: A Pattern of Trouble
This isn’t the first time Davis has encountered legal trouble. Back in 2020, he faced charges for domestic battery after forcibly removing the mother of his child from her seat during a basketball game—an incident that was caught on video.
Another domestic violence case in 2022 was dropped when the accuser recanted her claims. Additionally, Davis served 90 days of house arrest following a hit-and-run incident in Baltimore in 2020 that injured four people, including a pregnant woman.
Impact on Boxing Career: Will the Rematch Happen?
Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) had been in discussions for an August 16 rematch against Lamont Roach Jr., following their controversial draw in March. However, this recent arrest has thrown those plans into jeopardy. Promoters have yet to clarify if the fight will go ahead, leaving fans and analysts speculating about what’s next for Davis in the boxing world.
Reactions from the Boxing Community
While we’re still waiting for official comments from Davis’s team, the boxing community is clearly concerned. Social media is buzzing with calls for accountability, and many fans are expressing disappointment over these ongoing allegations. As one Twitter user summed it up:
“Tank’s talent is undeniable, but this pattern is hard to ignore.”
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