“End of undefeated reign”: Gervonta Davis is knocked out by Naoya Inoue in an epic battle, now faces the true challenge against Canelo, exclusive video revealed.

In an event that has shaken the world of boxing, Gervonta “Tank” Davis suffered his first professional defeat on April 26, 2025 in the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, being spectacularly knocked out by the Japanese Naoya Inoue in a fight that is already considered one of the most epic of the decade. Davis’s undefeated (29-1, 27 kos) came to an end in the seventh assault, and now, with an exclusive video revealed at 11:00 pm PDT, the American faces a new and formidable challenge: a possible super fight against Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez. Here is the complete analysis of this historic night and what comes for “tank.”

The epic battle: Davis vs. Inoue

The fight between Gervonta Davis and Naoya Inoue, nicknamed “the monster”, was a clash of Titans that held the 20,000 fans in the T-Mobile Arena on the edge of their seats. Davis, known for his devastating power, faced Inoue, the former undisputed champion of a rooster weight who had risen from division after unifying all belts in 2023. Despite doubts about the size of Inoue (22-0, 19 kos) in the light weight, the Japanese demonstrated why he is considered one of the best pound per pound in the world.

From the first assault, Inoue showed surgical speed and precision, connecting rapid combinations that frustrated Davis. “Tank” replied with his characteristic power, landing a left hook in the third assault that staggered Inoue, but the Japanese remained firm, absorbing the punishment with amazing resistance. In the sixth assault, Inoue began to impose his rhythm, using his foot game to avoid Davis’s blows while connected an uppercut that opened a cut on the left -wing of the American.

The decisive moment came in the seventh assault, at 10:42 PM PDT. Inoue, taking advantage of a Davis error by lowering his guard, threw a right -wing hook followed by a right right to the jaw that sent “tank” to the canvas. The referee stopped the fight immediately while Davis, visibly stunned, could not get up. The T-Mobile Arena broke out in a mixture of amazement and ovation, recognizing Inoue’s feat by knocking down one of the largest names of boxing.

Exclusive video: Davis’s reaction and Canelo’s challenge

At 11:00 pm PDT, an exclusive video published by ESPN Knockout in X showed the moments after combat. In the locker room, Davis, with a swollen face and a look of disbelief, said: “He caught me with a perfect blow, there are no excuses. But this does not end here, I will become stronger.” However, the most shocking thing was the announcement of his team: Gervonta Davis is in conversations to face Saul “Canelo” Álvarez in a tentatively scheduled fight for September 6, 2025, within the framework of the weekend of Mexico’s independence day.

Canelo, who attended the event as a spectator, soon answered. In an interview with Dazn at 10:50 PM PDT, the Mexican (62-2-2, 39 kos) said: “Davis has a heart, but if she wants to face me, it will be another level. What Inoue did today, I will do it even faster.” Canelo’s statement has turned on social networks, with #Davisvscanelo becoming a global trend in a matter of hours. Fans are already speculating on how Davis, now facing their first defeat, will handle the challenge of gaining weight to face King Libra by Libra in the 168 pounds.

ANALYSIS: What follows for Davis and Inoue?

Davis’s defeat against Inoue marks the “end of the undefeated reign” that he had maintained since his professional debut in 2013. Despite the loss, his courage to face a fighter as formidable as Inoue has been widely praised. Boxing analyst Teddy Atlas commented on his podcast at 11:30 PM PDT: “Davis showed courage, but Inoue is a phenomenon. Now, facing Canelo is a huge risk for Tank, especially after this blow to his trust.”

For his part, Naoya Inoue, now 23-0, consolidated his status as one of the best in the world. After the victory, Inoue expressed his desire to unify the titles in the lightweight, pointing to the winner of the next fight between Vasyl Lomachenko and Shakur Stevenson, scheduled for July 2025. “I want all belts, no matter the division,” Inoue said at the post-pelea press conference at 11:15 PM PDT.

Boxing community reactions

The boxing community has not taken to react. Floyd Mayweather Jr, who recently generated headlines for a video that showed him “scared” in a London incident, tweeted at 11:20 pm PDT: “I respect Inoue, but Davis has to regroup. Canelo does not play.” On the other hand, Ryan García, a former Davis rival, showed no mercy, publishing on Instagram: “I told you, Tank, you are not invincible. Canelo will destroy you.”

X fans are divided. Some believe that Davis should take time to recover before facing Canelo, while others see the super fight as an opportunity for “Tank” to redima his legacy. A user wrote: “Davis vs Canelo would be crazy, but after today, I don’t know if Tank is ready for that level.” Another fan defended Davis: “A defeat does not define a champion. Tank is going to silence mouths against Canelo.”

The way to Canelo: a very big challenge?

Face Canelo Álvarez, who comes from a unanimous decision victory over Edgar Berlanga in December 2024, represents the greatest challenge in Davis’s career. Up to 168 pounds to face the Mexican, who has dominated medium and super medium divisions, will be a fire test for “tank.” Experts are already debating if Davis, known for their speed and power in the 135 pounds, can adapt to the size and experience of Canelo, who at 34 is still a dominant force.

The exclusive video also showed Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather Promotions, confirming the negotiations. “Gervonta wants the biggest challenges, and Canelo is the biggest,” said Ellerbe at 11:10 PM PDT. However, some analysts, such as Rafael, warn that the movement could be premature. In an article published in Fight Freaks Unite at 11:45 pm PDT, Rafael wrote: “Davis needs a transition fight after this defeat. Go straight against Canelo could finish his career.”

The night of April 26, 2025 will go down in history as the day when Gervonta Davis’s undeflicted reign came to an end at Naoya Inoue in an epic battle. The knockout in the seventh assault not only consolidated Inoue as a living legend, but also marked a turning point for Davis, who now faces the greatest challenge of his career against Canelo Álvarez. With an exclusive video revealing your team’s plans, the boxing world is on the edge of its seats waiting for the next chapter of the “Tank” career. Can Davis get up from this defeat and defeat Canelo, or will this be the beginning of a decline? Share your opinion in the comments: Do you think Davis has what is necessary to overcome Canelo?