Breaking News: Jake Paul to Face Gervonta "Tank" Davis in November Exhibition on Netflix

Confirmed by Mike Coppinger, the eagerly anticipated exhibition bout between social-media sensation Jake Paul and WBA lightweight champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis is officially set for November 15 at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, streaming live exclusively on Netflix.

Key Details:

Originally, Paul was pursuing a fight with heavyweight legend Anthony Joshua, but negotiations fell apart due to conflicting platform commitments—Paul opted for Netflix, while Joshua is aligned with DAZN

Davis, normally competing at 135 lbs, will face Paul who has previously fought around the 200-lb mark, resulting in a notable weight disparity of nearly 65 pounds—further evidence of this being a spectacle over a true competitive bout

The fight will follow an exhibition format, prioritizing entertainment, with modified rules likely—reminiscent of the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather exhibition in 2021

Context & Reactions:

Davis had been scheduled for a rematch with Lamont Roach Jr., but that fight was delayed. The new matchup promises significantly higher payday and visibility.

Streaming on Netflix continues the platform’s aggressive push into live sports content—including Paul’s previous fight with Mike Tyson, which broke records with 108 million live viewers.

Former opponent Lamont Roach Jr. minced no words, posting “Told ya lol” on X (formerly Twitter), seemingly implying Davis avoided a more serious match.

What’s Next:

Despite the exhibition stipulation, boxing fans are bracing for a high-visibility showdown—part spectacle, part testing ground.

The event's commercial potential is massive, fueled by Paul’s mainstream appeal and Davis' elite credentials.

As Jake Paul transitions from influencer fights to marquee boxing spectacles, this matchup cements his bid for broader relevance. Meanwhile, Davis adds another high-profile moment to his championship legacy—though weight classes and format remain symbolic more than symbolic.