Overview
- Paul confirmed the bout for State Farm Arena in Atlanta, with Netflix carrying the event live to subscribers on November 14.
- Most Valuable Promotions says the fight is currently labeled an exhibition, and key terms such as contracted weight, rounds and glove size remain under negotiation.
- Paul last boxed around 199 pounds and Davis competes at 135, creating a size gap of roughly 60-plus pounds in addition to a major height difference.
- ESPN reports Davis did not sign a Lamont Roach Jr. rematch and opted for a larger payday against Paul, despite their March draw fueling expectations of a sequel.
- Talks for Paul to fight Anthony Joshua collapsed over network/platform issues, prompting Joshua’s camp to reassess plans as Paul hints at pursuing that matchup in 2026.