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WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 07: Gervonta Davis looks on before fighting Hector Luis Garcia in their WBA World Lightweight Championship bout at Capital One Arena on January 7, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

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WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 07: Gervonta Davis looks on before fighting Hector Luis Garcia in their WBA World Lightweight Championship bout at Capital One Arena on January 7, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
In the world of boxing, abstaining from vices before matches is a revered tradition. This dedication to clean living preserves peak physical and mental states. Additionally, it also illuminates the ring with unparalleled focus and endurance. Gervonta Davis might not agree. ‘Tank’ Davis has a 10-year-old professional career, not counting the time he fought as an amateur. Through these years, he has figured out what works best before a match.
Davis has swiftly climbed the ranks to become a three-weight-class world champion. With a flawless record of 29 wins and no losses, including 27 KO victories, Davis has proven his mettle in the ring. His most recent triumph was a captivating 7th-round TKO victory over Ryan Garcia on April 22, 2023. In a recent interview with Open Thoughts, Davis reveals his secret to lasting long in a fight.
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The 3 pre-requisites for Gervonta Davis
Funny Marco asked Davis what made him endure and stay put in a fight for longer durations without getting tired. To this, Davis replied, “I run a lot, have s*x and swimming.” These three things are ornamental to Davis ensuring he stays active through a stretched-out fight.
Marco had heard otherwise. Boxers often refuse to indulge in sexual activities and alcohol at least a month before their fight D-day. “Yeah but like when you train like it’s the last 4 weeks, like the last month, getting close to the fight, but before that, you can f*ck” Davis agrees. The 4 weeks before the fight are important and it is necessary to ensure that the body is fit enough to ensure a win.
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Gervonta Davis: The new Mike Tyson?
In an exclusive interview with the Sporting Post, boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. expressed his admiration for Davis, the WBC lightweight title holder. Comparing him to ‘Iron’ Mike Tyson, Jones emphasized Davis’s unique entertainment factor. While fighters like Devin Haney and Shakur Stevenson are entertaining as well, Davis brings a different level of excitement to the sport.
According to Jones, Davis possesses a Mike Tyson-like intensity both inside and outside the ring.“He’s very powerful, and anything can happen at any time, inside or outside the ring,” This makes him a modern-day version of the legendary boxer. “Tank is a modern-day Mike Tyson,” said Jones. His power and unpredictability add a thrilling dimension to boxing, captivating his fans with every fight.
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The one-month rule seems to work fine for Davis. What do you think of this method of his? Let us know in the comments below.
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