Gervonta Davis Retains Title with Controversial Draw Against Lamont Roach Jr.

The WBA lightweight champion questions his performance and hints at a rematch after a disputed decision and unexpected challenges in the ring.

Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr.'s bout ended in a majority draw, allowing Davis to retain his WBA lightweight title but marking the first non-victory of his career.
The ninth round sparked controversy as Davis took a knee, which was not scored as a knockdown; Davis attributed the moment to hair product impairing his vision.
Davis admitted to losing track of the rounds during the fight, citing the absence of ring girls as a factor, and expressed frustration over his own performance.
Roach, entering as a significant underdog and making his lightweight debut, delivered a strong performance and argued he had done enough to win the fight.
Both fighters expressed interest in a rematch, with Davis acknowledging he could have done more and Roach eager to prove himself again on a major stage.