Gervonta Davis Controversially Retains Title After Referee's Non-Call

A disputed decision in Davis's fight against Lamont Roach Jr. prompts widespread criticism and raises questions about officiating in boxing.

Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr.'s fight ended in a majority decision draw after referee Steve Willis failed to rule Davis's ninth-round knee as a knockdown.
The non-call significantly impacted the scoring, as a proper knockdown ruling would have led to a victory for Roach and the loss of Davis's undefeated record.
Davis attributed taking a knee to hair grease impairing his vision, a claim that sparked boos from the crowd and criticism from boxing fans and experts alike.
The New York State Athletic Commission did not review the incident due to a procedural lapse in providing video replay within the required timeframe.
The controversial outcome has led to calls for a rematch, with Davis's reputation taking a hit despite his strong fanbase and prior dominance in the sport.