Conor Benn Calls Out Gervonta Davis for His “All Talk No Smoke” Attitude After He Refused $25 Million Fight Offer
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Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis just turned down a jaw-dropping $25 million to fight Conor Benn. Yes, you read that right—$25 million left untouched. It’s a sum that could make anyone do a double take, yet Davis walked away. This decision has ignited a firestorm, especially from Benn. The British boxer didn’t hold back, dishing out a cryptic, taunting message aimed squarely at Davis.
Their potential clash had everything: drama, skill, and now, a refusal. Davis’s silence speaks volumes, leaving us questioning. What’s behind his decision?
Benn calls out Davis’s bluff
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Eddie Hearn, the driving force behind Matchroom Boxing, dropped a bombshell that has reverberated through the boxing community. He revealed that Gervonta Davis, a name synonymous with boxing excellence, declined a lucrative $25 million offer to fight Conor Benn. This startling decision left many questioning Davis’ motives and strategy.
When It came down to it your just all talk no smoke aren’t you gervumpalumpa @Gervontaa 🐱 https://t.co/iacbzC68mQ
— Conor Nigel Benn (@ConorNigel) February 22, 2024
In the wake of Hearn’s announcement, Conor Benn wasted no time expressing his disdain. Taking to social media, Benn’s frustration boiled over into a pointed tweet: “When It came down to it you’re just all talk no smoke aren’t you gervumpalumpa @Gervontaa🐱”. This direct call-out not only highlighted Benn’s readiness to escalate their rivalry but also underscored the tension simmering between the two fighters. And Benn made his feelings clear towards Davis by using the cat emoji, which he previously did too.
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Now that Davis fight is out of the equation, Danny Garcia has made himself available for the Benn fight, and seems like a very real and feasible fight for Benn.
Danny Garcia: A new challenger for Conor Benn
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With the Conor Benn vs. Gervonta Davis fight off the table, Danny Garcia emerges as a potential powerhouse opponent for Benn. Garcia, a former two-division champion, openly challenges Benn, stating to YSM Sports Media, “I would love to fight him at 154. There ain’t no bigger fight than fighting Danny Garcia.” His confidence shines as he adds, “Stylistically, that’s a great fight for me… I don’t duck no smoke.”
Garcia expresses willingness to clash with Benn in the UK, emphasizing his readiness to make the bout happen. Despite recent inactivity, Garcia’s record (37-3, 21 KOs) and his ambition to fight Benn (23-0, 14 KOs) underscore a thrilling matchup in the making, as he eyes a victorious return to the ring.
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As Garcia positions himself for a significant bout against Benn, the boxing community is left to ponder the possibilities. Will this call-out lead to a high-stakes showdown in the ring, and more importantly, can Garcia’s return to prominence against a rising star like Benn capture the imagination of fans worldwide?
Edited by:
Donna Eva