Promoter Bob Arum has confirmed that negotiations are underway for a lightweight unification fight between Gervonta Davis and Vasyl Lomachenko, tentatively scheduled for November. The fight hinges on Davis successfully defending his WBA “regular” lightweight title against Frank Martin today at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. If Davis wins, talks will continue, potentially leading to a major bout later in the year.
Arum is optimistic about the prospects of this high-profile match. However, Davis has been out of the ring for 14 months, raising concerns about his current form and fitness. Observers have noted that Davis appears more drained and less robust compared to his last fight against Ryan Garcia, likely due to the stress and challenges he has faced over the past year.
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Should the fight materialize, Lomachenko, the IBF lightweight champion, will put his title on the line. Arum argues that a Davis-Lomachenko bout would generate more interest than a Davis-Shakur Stevenson fight, citing Stevenson's lackluster performance against Edwin De Los Santos as a factor diminishing fan interest.
Arum has revealed ongoing discussions with PBC to finalize the deal. Talks have been active for weeks, with Carl Moretti from Top Rank and Louis DeCubas from PBC leading the negotiations. Both sides recognize the fight's potential to generate significant revenue and are motivated by the competitive nature of the event.
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