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2023 has already started showering the fans with exciting matches, and there are more to come. In the same vein, the bout between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia has seen some improvements in recent days, and the date is reportedly finalized when both the fighters might be appearing in the ring. Today, talkSPORTS’ boxing editor, Michael Benson, shared the news via Twitter, in which he stated that the potential fight between the duo is scheduled for the 15th of April.

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If everything goes right, fans might witness the biggest showdown in the weight division in Las Vegas. However, the date was targeted earlier, but there was no official confirmation. Meanwhile, after the news got into public attraction, fans could not keep calm about it. However, some fans are still in shock and are skeptical about the latest confirmation.

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Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia: Date confirmed

In a report from ESPN’s Mike Coppinger, he claimed that, as per the sources, Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis, will appear for the catchweight battle in the ring on 15th April. Citing Coppinger’s report, Michael Benson wrote, “Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia is reportedly now SIGNED by both fighters for April 15th in Las Vegas – DAZN have also received their contract from Showtime, which is expected to be finalised tomorrow. [According to @MikeCoppinger]” on Twitter.

The Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia fight was in talks from last November. However, after the latest developments, fans are now in some sort of relief. Meanwhile, it is up to the broadcasting service DAZN to release the broadcast details to the viewers. For the upcoming showdown, ‘Tank’ Davis is stepping in as the betting favorite. He boasts an impressive record of 28-0 with 26 knockouts, with his latest win coming against Hector Louis Garcia on the 7th of last month.

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Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotion’s Ryan Garcia is looking to prove his mettle in one of the most anticipated fights of this year on his home turf, Las Vegas. He dominated Javier Fortuna in his last fight via knockout. Meanwhile, boxing enthusiasts are excited over the news like never before, after it made its way to the public.

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Fans are skeptical and some are still not convinced yet

Although a majority of fans are optimistic about the fight in April, some are still in doubt. It is safe to say that, fans have poured in mixed reactions to the news, seeing its poor progress over the previous days.

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After a tumultuous situation and long ongoing negotiations, the fight seems to be at a safe place to happen at the prescribed date. Are you excited about the fight? Let us know in the comments.

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