“HE WANTS ME TO LOSE!” Gervonta Davis unleashes on Floyd Mayweather in an EXPLOSIVE press conference
The boxing world erupted into chaos Thursday morning when Gervonta “Tank” Davis unleashed a withering, no-holds-barred attack on his former mentor, Floyd Mayweather Jr., during a volatile press conference at his Baltimore training facility. The 30-year-old WBA lightweight champion, who now sports a 30-1 record following a shocking loss to Lamont Roach Jr., accused Mayweather of orchestrating his downfall, yelling, “He wants me to lose! Floyd is determined to bury me and I’m done playing his games!” The explosive outburst, streamed live on X and already garnering more than 7 million views under #DavisUnleashed, has escalated their long-running feud to a boiling point, leaving the sport on tenterhooks as their rumored June 2025 megafight hangs in the balance.
The press conference, initially called to address the New York State Athletic Commission’s (NYSAC) decision to overturn Davis’ March 1, 2025 majority draw against Roach and make it a loss, stripping him of his title, quickly devolved into a personal vendetta against Mayweather. Davis, visibly furious and pacing the stage, began by stripping away the ninth-round knee incident, calling the NYSAC decision “fucking cheating,” but soon turned his fury toward Mayweather. “Floyd has been plotting against me since day one!” Davis roared. “He wants me to fail so he can laugh and say, ‘I made you! ’ He’s jealous that I’m upstaging him, and now he’s got the referees and the entire system on his side!”
Davis’ allegations appear to be a direct response to Mayweather’s Wednesday night press conference, where the 47-year-old icon with a 50-0 record declared Davis’ career over, citing personal betrayals and a lack of discipline. Mayweather had hinted at a 2021 incident involving his daughter, Iyanna, which Davis now indirectly referenced, snarling, “He’s upset over some family drama — let him deal with it at home! I’m here to fight, not bow to him!” The rant included wild claims that Mayweather influenced the NYSAC’s decision — a theory that lacks evidence but is gaining traction among Davis supporters on X, where conspiracy theories about referee bias abound.
As reporters pressed for more details, Davis refused to back down and escalated his attack. “He stole my money back in the day, put me in weak fights and now he’s trying to kill my legacy!” he bellowed, referencing his split from Mayweather Promotions in 2022. “I’m not afraid of him in June, I’m going to knock him out and show the world I don’t need his ass.” The mention of his anticipated June 14, 2025 megafight sent the room into a frenzy, with Davis taking to the podium to emphasize his defiance. The recent split with trainer Calvin Ford, who ended their 15-year partnership following the NYSAC ruling, appeared to fuel his aggression, with Davis hinting at betrayal within his own camp.
Reactions on X are very divided, with #DavisUnleashed trending alongside #MayweatherVsTank. “Tank’s raw emotion shows Floyd has been plotting, time to fight!” @BoxingWarrior2025 tweeted, while @MoneyMayFan2023 replied: “Gervonta is losing control, Floyd is right, he has no direction anymore.” Analysts such as Timothy Bradley on *SportsCenter* offered their opinion, saying: “Davis is channelling pain into anger, but this tirade could backfire. If he fights Mayweather this way, it will be war – or a meltdown.” The roots of the feud, including financial disputes and Davis’ claims about Mayweather’s unpaid fees in Dubai, add fuel to the fire, although these allegations remain unproven.
Mayweather has yet to respond, but a Mayweather Promotions source told ESPN: “Floyd is focused on his legacy, not the Tank crisis. This just shows he is unhinged.” The WBA, which oversees the lightweight division, issued a statement urging restraint, with president Gilberto Mendoza saying: “We urge professionalism amid personal disputes, especially with a potential June fight on the line.” However, the mounting drama has cast doubt on the viability of the fight, with some speculating that Davis’s instability could lead to its cancellation.
Davis’ unfiltered outburst has electrified the narrative, with fans debating whether his accusations reflect truth or desperation following the loss of his title and split from his trainer. X-rated posts continue to mount, with #DavisUnleashed reaching 9 million interactions. This explosive press conference could either galvanize Davis for a comeback or mark the beginning of his decline, setting the stage for a decisive showdown with Mayweather.
Stay tuned for updates on X on #DavisUnleashed, as this tumultuous chapter in the Davis-Mayweather saga unfolds.
