Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach ends in controversial draw

Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. ended in a controversial majority draw, sparking debate among fans about who truly won.

The fight, held on March 1, 2025, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, saw a pivotal moment in the ninth round when Davis took a knee, but referee Steve Willis controversially did not count it as a knockdown, potentially affecting the outcome.

Both fighters have significant histories in boxing, with Davis retaining his WBA lightweight title and Roach moving up from the super featherweight division, where he holds the WBA title, adding context to the high stakes of the match.