Gervonta THREATENS Lamont At Backstage For REMATCH In New Press Conference: “I’M COMING TO END YOU THIS TIME!”
The boxing world was set ablaze just 12 minutes ago when Gervonta “Tank” Davis issued a chilling threat to Lamont Roach Jr. backstage at a fiery press conference in Las Vegas, escalating tensions ahead of their highly anticipated rematch! Davis, visibly heated, confronted Roach after the event, vowing to “end” him in their upcoming fight, reigniting the drama from their controversial March draw and leaving fans and media on edge!
The Backstage Confrontation
The incident unfolded moments after a press conference at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) and Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs) were announcing updates on their rematch, originally scheduled for June 21 but recently delayed to late summer or early fall due to Davis requesting more preparation time. As the fighters left the stage, Davis, known for his fiery temperament, cornered Roach backstage, pointing aggressively and shouting, “I’m coming to end you this time, Lamont! You got lucky in March—won’t happen again!” Roach, maintaining his composure, smirked and responded, “Keep talking, Tank. I’ll see you in the ring.”
Witnesses reported a tense standoff, with security stepping in to separate the two before the situation escalated further. The confrontation, captured by a bystander’s phone, has already gone viral on social media, sending shockwaves through the boxing community.
The Controversial First Fight
The bad blood stems from their March 1 clash at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, which ended in a majority draw (115-113 for Davis, with two 114-114 cards). Many, including Roach, believed he deserved the win, especially after a controversial moment in Round 9 when Davis took a knee following a jab—allegedly due to hair grease in his eyes—but the referee didn’t rule it a knockdown. Roach’s team filed a protest with the New York State Athletic Commission, though the result wasn’t overturned. The draw marked the first blemish on Davis’ record, fueling his determination for a rematch.
Roach, the WBA super featherweight champion who moved up to challenge Davis’ WBA lightweight title, has been vocal about his belief that he was robbed. In today’s press conference, he taunted Davis, saying, “I showed the world I can hang with you. Next time, I’m taking that belt for good.” Davis, visibly irritated, fired back on stage, “You talk too much, Lamont. I’m gonna shut you up for good!”
Fans and Fighters React
The backstage threat has sparked a frenzy online. On X, fans are buzzing: “Tank’s coming for blood this time—Lamont better be ready!” one user posted, while another wrote, “Roach got under his skin—can’t wait for this rematch!” Former champion Andre Ward commented on ESPN, “Davis is a different beast when he’s angry. This rematch is going to be explosive.”
Roach’s trainer and father, Lamont Roach Sr., who has Parkinson’s, responded to the threat, saying, “We’re not intimidated. Tank can talk all he wants—we’ll do our talking in the ring.” The exchange has added a personal edge to the rivalry, especially after Davis previously mocked Roach Sr.’s condition during their first press tour, a move that Roach called “classless.”
What’s Next?
The rematch, initially set for June 21 at T-Mobile Arena, was postponed after Davis requested more time to prepare, with a new date expected in late summer or early fall. Despite the delay, both fighters are contractually obligated to face off again, and today’s incident has only heightened the stakes. Davis, looking to erase the draw from his record, is under pressure to deliver a decisive win, while Roach aims to prove his first performance was no fluke and claim the lightweight title.
With emotions running high and the boxing world watching, this rematch promises to be one of the most intense showdowns of 2025. Will Davis make good on his threat, or will Roach pull off the upset of the year?
What do you think? Is Davis’ threat a sign of confidence or desperation? Share your thoughts below!
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