Gervonta Davis causes controversy with the comment of “is not in my class” aimed at Devin Haney-Floyd Mayweather quickly intervenes to defend the 27-year-old superstar
The boxing world caught fire this week after Gervonta “Tank” Davis made a bold and derogatory statement about the fellow lightweight champion Devin Haney. After speculation about a possible confrontation between the two, Davis threw fuel on fire saying:“He is not in my class.”
The comment instantly became the most popular theme in sport, with fans and experts to debate whether Davis was really expressing confidence or simply missing the respect for a rival who has worked tirelessly to consolidate his place among the elite of boxing.
Devin Haney: A champion in his own right
With only 27 years, Devin Haney has already been established as one of the brightest boxing stars. Nicknamed “The Dream”, Haney has unified world titles and demonstrated a set of skills that combines technical precision with elegant defensive movement. Despite his impressive curriculum, Davis’s words suggested that he still does not see Haney as at his level, a statement that many felt was arrogant and derogatory.
Floyd Mayweather’s rapid intervention
However, what took the world of boxing was the immediate defense that came from Floyd Mayweather, Davis’s former mentor and one of the best boxers of all time. Less than 10 minutes after Davis’s comments began to circulate, Mayweather publicly addressed the situation.
With just a prayer, he silenced critics and won applause throughout the boxing community:
“Respect earns in the ring, and Devin has earned a lot.”
The brief but powerful statement highlighted Mayweather’s respect for Haney’s achievements and served as a reminder that the greatness in boxing is not just about bravuconería but also about the recognition of skill and dedication.
Fans and analysts react
The word clash has divided the boxing community. Davis’s supporters argue that confidence and psychological war are part of what makes boxing so convincing. Critics, however, believe that Davis crossed a line by undermining a companion champion who has demonstrated again and again.
Haney himself has not issued a direct response, instead continuing to train and focus on his career. Experts suggest that the controversy has only fed their determination to demonstrate their value within the ring.
What follows?
This heated exchange can be the spark that drives the negotiations forward for a long -awaited fight between Davis and Haney. Fans are already asking for the confrontation, eager to see if Davis’s words can be supported in the ring, or if Haney will take the opportunity to silence their skeptics.
One thing is safe: with Floyd Mayweather standing behind Haney, the dynamics between these combatants became even more dramatic, and the boxing world will be observing closely.
