Jake Paul’s Bout with Gervonta Davis Remains in Regulatory Limbo Ahead of Georgia Commission Review

ATLANTA (Sept. 14, 2025) - Jake Paul’s highly anticipated catchweight showdown with lightweight champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis remains unapproved as the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission schedules a hearing for Sept. 18 to consider the bout. Paul and Davis continue promotional activities despite the unresolved regulatory hurdles.

Nut Graf The disparity of more than 60 pounds between Paul (199½ lb) and Davis (133¾ lb) has prompted debate over safety and sporting integrity, delaying formal sanctioning. With only days until the GAEC meeting, both camps are pressing ahead with media events and Netflix promotion to maintain momentum.

Regulatory Review Delayed by Weight Discrepancy

Rick Thompson, GAEC vice chairman, publicly denounced the match as a “cash grab” and vowed to argue against approval at the Sept. 18 meeting, citing Georgia rules that cap weight differences at nine pounds for sanctioned contests. Commissioners must secure a three-vote majority to greenlight the event.

Press Conferences and Promotional Push

Despite the stalemate, Most Valuable Promotions has slated press conferences for Sept. 17 in New York and Sept. 18 in Atlanta, aiming to broadcast live via Netflix. Ticket presales and VIP packages remain on sale, underscoring Paul’s commitment to “the biggest fight of his career.”

Paul’s Confidence and Davis’s Stakes

Paul maintains the fight will proceed as planned and insists his size and athleticism will neutralize Davis’s speed and skill, promising “one of the greatest upsets in boxing history”. For Davis, an undefeated pound-for-pound star, the bout offers massive exposure but carries elevated risk given the physical mismatch.

Subheads

• Regulatory Review
• Press Conferences and Promotional Push
• Paul’s Confidence and Davis’s Stakes