GERVONTA DAVIS has taken the boxing community by surprise with his announcement regarding a planned retirement before 2026.

Davis, now 30 years old, maintains an impressive record of 30-0 with 28 KOs and is the current holder of the WBA lightweight title, following his notable win against Ryan Garcia last year.

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Tank is preparing to face Lamont Roach on March 1, after a postponement from the original date set for this month.

If he emerges victorious, it could open the door for various new fight opportunities, including a potential rematch with Garcia.

During a press conference in Brooklyn, NY, held on Tuesday, USA, Davis alluded to his retirement plans before 2026, presenting an unexpected revelation.

Having become a big-name pay-per-view superstar throughout his career, Davis remarked: “After next year, I’m done with it.”

The perplexed moderator asked: “You’re done with it, care to elaborate?”

To which Davis responded: “Done with the sport.”

He elaborated: “After this year, I’m finished. I’m over it.”

“I have no interest in titles or any of that.”

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“My priority is to secure my financial future and step away. I’m just exhausted. It’s beyond just boxing now, it encompasses everything. Plus, I have children.”

“I just welcomed a son. I don’t want to keep getting hit in the ring.”

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“I’m likely to focus on growing my real estate investments, seeking to avoid the public eye.”

“All I desire is to earn a living and remain out of the limelight, that’s my only wish.”

Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh has expressed a strong interest in extending a lucrative offer for Davis to face Shakur Stevenson later this year.

A tempting deal to prolong his boxing career could motivate Davis to reconsider his decision and continue fighting into 2026.