In a dramatic intervention that has stunned the boxing world, Manny Pacquiao has issued a stark warning to Gervonta “Tank” Davis, urging him to abandon a potential rematch with Lamont Roach Jr. The Filipino legend’s explosive statement, “It’s a straight suicide!” delivered during a live interview moments ago, has ignited a firestorm of speculation ahead of the rumored September bout.

Pacquiao, an eight-division world champion, expressed grave concern after reviewing footage of Roach’s recent performances, particularly his upset victory over Davis in their contentious April 2025 clash. That fight, marred by a disputed judges’ decision favoring Davis, saw Roach dominate with relentless pressure, exposing vulnerabilities in Tank’s defense. Pacquiao, leveraging his own experience against younger foes, cautioned, “Gervonta’s style won’t hold—Roach will finish him this time.”

The warning comes as Davis, the WBA lightweight champion, prepares to defend his title, with promoters eyeing a rematch to settle the score. Roach, now 26-1, has been on a tear, and his camp has welcomed the challenge, with his trainer vowing, “We’ll do it again.” Davis has yet to respond, but his silence only fuels the tension. Fans on X are buzzing, with posts like “Pac-Man knows—Tank’s in trouble!” contrasting with “Davis will prove him wrong!”
This bold statement from Pacquiao, a revered figure, adds a layer of intrigue to an already heated rivalry. With the boxing community divided, all eyes are on whether Davis will heed the advice or risk his reign. Stay tuned for the latest developments!