Most Talked-About Controversies Linked to Gervonta Davis

Public opinion and media debates around Gervonta Davis—discover key moments of controversy.

Gervonta "Tank" Davis is a highly accomplished American professional boxer. He currently holds the WBA lightweight title, a title he also held previously. Davis's impressive career includes holding the IBF super featherweight title in 2017, the WBA super featherweight title twice between 2018 and 2020, and the WBA super lightweight title in 2021. He is known for his power and exciting fighting style.

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August 1, 2017: Alleged Assault Incident

On August 1, 2017, Gervonta Davis was allegedly involved in an assault incident. An arrest warrant was issued for Davis on September 19, 2017, on charges of first-degree aggravated assault related to this incident.

August 26, 2017: Davis vs. Fonseca

On August 26, 2017, Gervonta Davis fought Francisco Fonseca. Davis was stripped of his IBF title after failing to make weight. Davis won the fight via controversial KO in round eight and earned a purse of $600,000. The IBF title remained vacant.

September 19, 2017: Arrest Warrant Issued for Davis

On September 19, 2017, an arrest warrant was issued for Gervonta Davis, accused of first-degree aggravated assault related to an incident that allegedly took place on August 1, 2017. An unsecured bond of $100,000 was posted for his release.

November 29, 2017: Assault Charges Dropped

On November 29, 2017, the assault charges against Gervonta Davis were dropped after the complainant, Anthony Wheeler, withdrew his complaint. Davis and Wheeler embraced and walked out of the courtroom together.

September 14, 2018: Davis Arrested in Washington, D.C.

On September 14, 2018, Gervonta Davis was arrested in Washington, D.C., for allegedly engaging in a fist fight with another man. Both men attempted to flee before the police arrived.

February 1, 2020: Davis Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge

On February 1, 2020, Gervonta Davis was arrested on charges of simple battery/domestic violence against his former girlfriend at the Watsco Center at the University of Miami. He was seen grabbing her shirt near her throat and dragging her to another room.

November 2020: Car Crash Incident

In November 2020, Gervonta Davis was allegedly involved in a car crash in Downtown Baltimore after running a red light, leading to an indictment on fourteen counts in March 2021.

March 22, 2021: Davis Indicted on Car Crash Charges

On March 22, 2021, Gervonta Davis was indicted on fourteen counts for allegedly causing a serious car crash after running a red light in November 2020 in Downtown Baltimore. His Lamborghini Urus struck another car, injuring its occupants, including a pregnant woman. He allegedly left the scene.

December 27, 2022: Davis Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge

On December 27, 2022, Gervonta Davis was arrested and jailed in Florida on a charge of battery domestic violence, days before his fight with Héctor García. The woman involved eventually recanted her accusation.

May 5, 2023: Davis Sentenced in Car Crash Case

On May 5, 2023, Gervonta Davis was sentenced to 90 days of house arrest and 3 years of probation after accepting a plea deal related to the March 2021 car crash.

June 1, 2023: Davis Jailed for Home Detention Violation

On June 1, 2023, Gervonta Davis was taken into custody for violating the terms of his home detention and sentenced to serve the remainder of his sentence in jail.