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Gervonta Davis ready for a rematch with Ryan Garcia for a price

Just days after saying that he wanted to make as much money as he could from boxing, Tank Davis proposes a hefty “tax” on Ryan Garcia.

Gervonta Davis ready for a rematch with Ryan Garcia for a price

Gervonta “Tank” Davis has never been one to shy away from making waves, and now, it looks like he’s trying to make a splash of a different kind in the boxing world with his latest remarks about a potential rematch with Ryan Garcia. After knocking Garcia out in the seventh round two years ago, Tank seems eager to “tax” the young fighter again - but at a price. A hefty one. To put it simply, Davis is demanding $150 million to entertain the idea of stepping into the ring with Garcia once more.

Now, let’s take a moment to break that down. Gervonta is asking for a whopping $150 million. Not a typo - $150 million. When Davis posted his bold statement on Instagram, declaring, “I’ll tax that a** again. Tell them boys to give me $150 m’s. I’m coming,” it wasn’t just a throwaway line. It was a firm statement of what he believes his worth is for a fight that would rekindle the flames of what was one of the most talked-about matchups in recent memory.

But here’s the rub. Two years ago, Tank Davis took on Garcia under some rather interesting stipulations: a catchweight of 136 pounds and a 10-pound rehydration limit. To say that Garcia, then just 23 years old, looked “drained” in the ring that night would be an understatement. The young man appeared almost sickly, his frame thin and weak, likely because of those tough weight restrictions. Now, there’s no doubt that Tank was sharp in that fight and proved his power, knocking Garcia out cold. But those stipulations gave Davis an edge— one that many feel may have been too much of a handicap for Garcia, who at the time was a social media sensation still finding his footing in the world of elite boxing.

So now, with the tables turned, Tank is looking for his reward - $150 million for another round. The question is, will he get it?

Here’s the thing. Things have changed since 2023. Ryan Garcia has climbed in popularity, his social media presence ballooning and bringing in fans from all over the world. What was once a lopsided financial equation is now much more of a toss-up. In fact, it’s starting to look like Garcia might be the A-side in any negotiations for a rematch. The numbers don’t lie. His following, the attention he’s garnered, and his raw appeal to the younger demographic have made him a powerhouse outside of the ring, and that clout is valuable when it comes to fighting paydays.

Davis, on the other hand, has been a bit more of a mystery. Since his victory over Garcia, Tank’s career has been on a bit of a slow burn. After that win, he only fought once, facing Frank Martin, and is set to fight Lamont Roach in March. While some may argue that Davis is pacing himself, others say his choices have been somewhat puzzling, if not a little uninspired. There are those who believe that Davis has been playing it safe, avoiding the kinds of high-risk, high-reward fights that could push him into the realm of superstardom.

As it stands, Tank’s recent choices haven’t been enough to maintain his position as the top dog in the sport. The fight with Garcia may still be the biggest draw for Davis, but he’s not the only one with a strong negotiating hand. Some boxing insiders believe that if a rematch happens, it could be Garcia who ends up pulling the strings on the financial side of things.

And there’s more to it than just money. Tank’s fighting style and personality have always been linked to a certain sense of intimidation and power. But with Garcia’s popularity growing, it’s possible that the balance of power could shift entirely in the negotiations for a rematch. The young lion may have learned a lot since that first loss, and if Tank’s past year is any indication, Garcia might be looking at this second opportunity as a chance to make Tank work for it.

It’ll be interesting to see whether Gervonta Davis softens his stance on the $150 million asking price, or if he holds firm and pushes for a payday that may be out of reach given the circumstances. But one thing is for certain: the world of boxing, particularly the future of these two fighters, is about to get a lot more heated.

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