Gervonta Davis successfully defended his WBA lightweight title by knocking out Frank Martin in the eighth round in Las Vegas. Davis, also known as “the Tank,” delivered a powerful left uppercut and left hook that sent Martin to the canvas. As Davis celebrated with a backflip into the ring, he improved his undefeated record to 30-0 with 28 knockouts, while Martin suffered his first defeat in 19 professional fights.
This victory marked Davis’ return to the ring after beating Ryan Garcia in April 2023 to hand him his first career loss. Garcia was in attendance to watch Davis take on Martin and even approached Davis after the fight, expressing a desire for a rematch. The exciting bout between Davis and Martin showcased the incredible talent and skill of both fighters, leaving fans eager for more thrilling boxing matches in the future.