Will Gervonta Davis Fight Vasyl Lomachenko in 2024?

By Jason Bolton July 20, 2024 00:07

Photo by Ryan Hafey/ Premier Boxing

The boxing community has been salivating at the idea of a showdown between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Vasyl "Loma" Lomachenko. Naturally, a matchup between these two elite fighters has been on the minds of boxing fans and pundits for years. They are as close to peering itself in the foreseeable future.

Gervonta Davis, the Ascension of a Star

American boxer Gervonta 'Tank' Davis has perhaps risen to become a hitman in the lightweight division. 30-0 (28 KOs) as professional, has long been portrayed as an out-and-out fight artist in possession of one-of-a-kind power and precision.

Since entering the professional ranks in 2013, Davis has won world titles in three different weight classes: super featherweight(130), lightweight (135), and junior welterweight. His most recent win was in May 2024, when he retained his WBA lightweight crown by knocking out Frank Martin in the eighth round.

Davis is a very exciting and bullish boxer who likes to push the pace. He is predominantly a power puncher who relies on heavy hands and explosive speed. His well-adapted style allows him to freely alternate his stance and translate his knockout power on both sides.

The Ukrainian Maestro, Vasyl Lomachenko

Vasyl Lomachenko, the Ukrainian boxing maestro, is still one of the best skillful pugilists in the land.

The 36-year-old Lomachenko is now 16-2 (11 KOs) as a professional, with losses only to Orlando Salido and Teofimo Lopez. That being said, Lomachenko has avenged a decision defeat in his second pro about two and returned to status as one of the best lightweights globally.

Recognized for his sensational footwork, quick hands, and boxing intelligence in the ring, Lomachenko has long been a master of pugilism by utilizing amazing angles with feints to put together punch combinations on command that confuse opponents left and right. Khaybulaev's versatility in the ring and his ability to change things up on fighters they are trying to make him a nightmare for.

In his last fight, Lukashenko became the IBF lightweight champion with a technical masterclass 11-round win over George Ambos, showcasing his unwavering class and dedication.

Predictions and Odds

Davis and Lomachenko are known for their ability to fight through tough conditions and emerge winners, which is why many experts consider this a genuine 50/50 match.

If the fight happened in 2024, Gervonta Davis would come into that one as a slight favorite. His age, strength, and his recent takeover of the lightweight division may give him better odds than Lomachenko, who is 36 years old and well on his grind.

However, one can never count out Lomachenko's elite level of skill and ring acumen. If he can deflect Davis' power and send the fight into deeper waters, Vasyl's outstanding shape and ability could be just enough.

The Significance of the Fight

It would be a win the fighters themselves could retire on, to walk away as the lightweight king. Davis and Lomachenko neither have a bonafide signature win under their belt, but that could change as one of them inches closer to boxing history.

Along with the personal accolades, a Davis - Lomachenko fight has tremendous metaphorical implications for boxing as we know it. As two of the biggest names and most skilled fighters in their division, this fight could be massive for the boxing world, guaranteeing casual fans and increasing interest on an overall level following lightweight contention.

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