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Rules Finalized as Jake Paul–Gervonta Davis Kick Off Miami Exhibition With Viral Face-Off

Promoters set a 195-pound limit with USADA testing to meet Florida’s exhibition conditions after Georgia declined to sanction the bout.

Jake Paul, right, faces off with Gervonta "Tank" Davis during a press conference at Palladium Times Square in New York on Sept. 22, 2025.
Jake Paul vs Gervonta 'Tank' Davis New York City Press Conference
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Overview

  • Most Valuable Promotions confirmed 10 three-minute rounds at a maximum 195 pounds with 12-ounce gloves and three judges to declare a winner.
  • The bout is classified as an exhibition in Florida and will not count on either fighter’s professional record, with both athletes enrolled in USADA testing.
  • A New York launch press conference featured the first face-off, highlighting a stark size gap as Paul towered over Davis and bent to meet his eye level.
  • Onstage, Davis questioned the announced limit by referencing 190 pounds before organizers clarified the 195-pound cap for the event.
  • Promoters unveiled a deep undercard for the Nov. 14 Netflix show, including title fights featuring Alycia Baumgardner vs. Leila Beaudoin, Ellie Scotney vs. Mayeli Flores, Yokasta Valle vs. Yadira Bustillos, and Gary Russell vs. Andy Hiraoka.