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Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia: Mayweather Promotions CEO Asks the ‘Billion Dollar Question’

Published 03/18/2023, 6:23 AM EDT

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Boxing fans around the world have eagerly anticipated the upcoming face-off between Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis, scheduled for April 22nd in Las Vegas. Tank announced the confirmation of the fight on Twitter, which was soon followed by Garcia, sharing the news too. The news has been refreshing for the boxing fans in the world who rarely get to see two of the top boxers dish it out during their prime.

As the highly anticipated boxing match approaches, everyone from die-hard fans to industry insiders is making their predictions and sharing their opinions on who will come out on top. Supporters of each fighter are highlighting their strengths and arguing how their favorite boxer has an edge over the other. The CEO of Mayweather promotions Leonard Ellerbe recently posed a thought-provoking question on Twitter that has sparked a lively debate among fans.

Leonard Ellerbe asks the ‘billion-dollar question’ on Ryan Garcia vs Gervonta Davis

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Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather Promotions, took to Twitter to ask his fans a question. In his tweet, he emphasized the importance of defense in boxing, stating, “The art of boxing is about hitting and not getting hit”. Many fights have ended prematurely because one of the fighters could not take a punch. Recently, Jake Paul showed his ability to take punches. He took a lot of jabs from Tommy and fought till the end. The match was full of twists and turns, and the boxing world went crazy after the results were announced.

Ellerbe then posed a thought-provoking question, “Who has the better set of whiskers between @Gervontaa and @RyanGarcia?” He challenged fans to consider which fighter could withstand the heat of their opponent’s punches and emerge victorious.

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Leonard Ellerbe gives his prediction for Davis vs Garcia

Leonard Ellerbe has previously stated that he thinks Gervonta Davis will beat Ryan Garcia. Ellerbe claimed that Davis has simply too much experience in comparison to Garcia. He claimed that even though Garcia is an amazing and talented fighter, he is still incomparable to Davis. He refused to comment on the details of the contract. The 10-lb rehydration clause has been heavily criticized by a lot of boxing fans and Garcia’s side.

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Gervonta Davis has set aside his difference with Mayweather Promotions. He is reportedly holding training camps at Mayweather boxing club in Las Vegas. Ellerbe has stated that even though Davis is not in a contract with them, it doesn’t mean they can’t have a good relationship. Notably, Mayweather and Davis parted ways amicably.

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Chirag Radhyan

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Chirag Radhyan is a Boxing Writer at EssentiallySports. He has a Bachelor’s degree in English Honors and is a keen follower of Western Boxing. His journey of love for the sport bloomed in his puberty when he first saw a video of the fight where Mike Tyson TKO'ed Donovan in the seventh round.
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