BOXING
Tank Davis unveils new look ahead of his March 1st bout with Lamont Roach
The Twitter-verse is all abuzz after a photo of the WBA Lightweight Champion goes viral, unveiling a new look as Gervonta Davis trains for his fight with Lamont Roach.
As the spotlight intensifies on Gervonta “Tank” Davis ahead of his anticipated bout with Lamont Roach, the boxing world is buzzing - not just about his fists, but his follicles. The WBA lightweight champion has traded his signature cornrows for long, flowing locks, tied back in a ponytail that has fans and pundits alike drawing comparisons to everyone from Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow to the viral sensation Salt Bae.
This striking transformation emerged as Davis, 30, resumed training for his March 1 showdown at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. A photo of his new hairstyle quickly went viral, igniting a flurry of reactions across social media platforms. One fan remarked, “Bro giving Johnny Depp vibes. Jack Sparrow.” Another chimed in, “Look like Salt Bae.”
Beyond the aesthetic shift, Davis has been candid about his future in the sport. He recently reiterated plans to retire by the end of 2025, citing personal struggles and a desire to step away from the relentless scrutiny that accompanies his fame. “I don’t want to be a part of that,” he shared, emphasizing his wish for a life away from the cameras, focusing on family and personal well-being.
“I’m trying to get so much out of this sh*t and get away from it. Like, I’m going to have a house on an island. Y’all won’t see me again. That’s how I’m trying to beat all this type of sh*t. I ain’t trying to be around this too much, I don’t even want the spotlight. Y’all can have it.”
However, the path to his next fight has been anything but smooth. Davis caused a stir over the holiday period by announcing on social media that his upcoming fight with Roach was “f***ing cancelled,” leaving fans and the boxing community in a state of confusion. Despite this, official promoters, including Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) and GTD Promotions, continued to advertise the bout, suggesting it was still on track. Roach’s camp also maintained their training regimen, with Roach himself expressing no knowledge of any cancellation.
As the fight date approaches, the status of the bout remains uncertain. Davis’s recent social media activity has only added to the speculation, with fans eagerly awaiting confirmation. In the meantime, Davis’s new look has kept him firmly in the public eye, sparking discussions that blend both his in-ring prowess and his off-ring persona.
Whether the fight proceeds as planned or faces further delays, one thing is clear: Gervonta Davis continues to captivate the boxing world, both with his athletic talent and his ever-evolving personal narrative.
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