Gervonta Davis finally looks set to make his long-awaited return to the ring.
It’s been nearly two years since ‘Tank’ last fought, having not competed since his controversial majority decision draw against Lamont Roach Jr back in March 2025.
Davis was then scheduled for an exhibition against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in November 2025, but legal issues outside of the ring have meant that the 32-year-old was forced out of the event and hasn’t been back in action since.
Prior to his tumultuous 2025, Davis was widely regarded as one of the best boxers in the world, claiming wins over the likes of Ryan Garcia and Leo Santa Cruz as he became a three-division world champion.
‘Tank’ held the WBA lightweight title when he was last active, but his extended absence has seen him no longer in possession of the belt after being named champion in recess. He has now announced details of his return as he looks to claim world honours once again.
As detailed in a post from Everything Boxing on X, Davis has revealed he is scheduled to be back in action in early 2027 in a battle against former lightweight world champion George Kambosos.
‼️ Gervonta "Tank" Davis has announced that he is fighting George Kambosos Jr. next in February or March in Chicago. pic.twitter.com/hL8Ky35pBI
— EverythingBoxing | Darshan Desai (@EverythingBoxi2) November 14, 2026
Kambosos has become accustomed to big fights in his career ever since his shock upset win over Teofimo Lopez for the unified lightweight crown back in November 2021.
That led to an undisputed showdown with Devin Haney, a clash with Vasiliy Lomachenko and, most recently, facing off with Richardson Hitchins. The Australian fighter will seemingly get another chance to claim a big scalp.
