NEW YORK – If anyone tuned in to the Jake Paul vs Gervonta “Tank” Davis press conference hoping for boxing insights, they instead got a circus act. The highly anticipated bout, scheduled for November 14 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, may not affect either fighter’s professional record — but judging from the spectacle in Manhattan, it has already cemented itself as one of the most bizarre events in boxing’s modern history.

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Netflix muscles into the fight game

Boxing’s reputation has long been clouded by fractured titles and exhibition bouts. With 17 weight divisions and four governing bodies, casual fans often struggle to know who the real champions are. Into that chaos has stepped Netflix, which recently broadcast the Canelo Álvarez vs Terence Crawford fight to 41 million viewers. Now, the streaming giant is backing Paul vs Davis — a fight critics argue is a mismatch but undeniably a moneymaker.

A mismatch by the numbers

On paper, the two fighters don’t belong in the same ring. Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) stands 6’1” and weighs in at nearly 200 pounds. Davis (30-0-1, 29 KOs), a three-time world champion, last fought at the lightweight limit of 135 pounds on a 5’5” frame. The size difference is so stark it drew comparisons to Shaquille O’Neal vs Muggsy Bogues.

Despite the mismatch, Most Valuable Promotions CEO Nakisa Bidarian confirmed the fight will be contested at a 195-pound limit, with 12-ounce gloves over 10 three-minute rounds.

“Clown show” in Manhattan

The first press conference, held at the Palladium in Midtown, quickly unraveled into personal insults. Paul mocked Davis’ height, quipping that he might “spar with eight-year-olds” to prepare for someone that small. He also dragged up Davis’ controversial past, saying, “A clown is someone who puts his hands on females.”

To hammer home the circus vibe, actual adults dressed as clowns showed up in the crowd, drawing laughter and boos in equal measure.

Davis, visibly irritated but measured, shot back: “People always have something to say. It’s old news. Keep talking. At the end of the day, you’re here.”

Jake Paul’s shots at Floyd Mayweather

In a moment that drew audible gasps, Paul compared Davis to his former promoter Floyd Mayweather, saying both “can’t read.” For Paul, who started his boxing journey just five years ago after making his name on YouTube, the audacity of claiming he will “outbox a pugilist with 20 years’ experience” left many shaking their heads.

What’s really at stake?

This isn’t a sanctioned title fight. Win or lose, the bout will not affect Paul or Davis’ professional records. Three Florida-approved judges will score it, but even that hasn’t stopped critics from calling it nothing more than a money grab.\

And in truth, it is. Paul earned over $40 million fighting Mike Tyson earlier this year. Davis, one of boxing’s biggest active names, is assured a massive payday even if the fight lacks sporting legitimacy.

The bigger picture

Boxing fans have seen exhibition chaos before — from Mayweather vs Logan Paul to Tyson Fury’s crossovers — but Paul vs Davis takes spectacle to another level. For purists, it’s another blow to the sport’s credibility. For promoters, it’s proof that entertainment value can outweigh competitive balance.

Whether this fight delivers action or embarrassment remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the press conference proved that Paul and Davis know how to keep themselves at the center of attention, even if it means turning a sporting event into a late-night comedy roast.

Claressa Shields the self-proclaimed GWOAT (Greatest Woman of All Time), continues to build a case that few in boxing history—man or woman—can match her legacy. On Saturday night at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena, she reminded the world why she’s still the queen of the ring.

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In front of a roaring crowd of 15,369 fans, the Flint, Michigan native defended her undisputed heavyweight championship with a unanimous decision victory over New Zealand’s Lani Daniels The judges scored the bout 100-90, 99-91, and 99-91—all in favor of Shields, who barely broke a sweat in yet another masterclass performance.She fought a hard fight, and I hit Lani with some big shots,” Shields said. “I broke her to the body. I broke her down to the head… but she’s tough.

Shields, now 17-0 (3 KOs), dictated the fight from the center of the ring, showing off her exceptional footwork, sharp jab, and brutal body shots—especially in Rounds 5 through 7. Daniels, who entered the bout as the IBF Light Heavyweight Champion, had won seven straight prior to Saturday but quickly discovered why Shields is in a league of her own.

Rapper Rick Ross accompanied her ring walk, setting the tone for a night that was all about greatness. From the opening bell, Shields controlled the pace, teasing Daniels and even urging her to “stand and fight” during an early-round taunt. When Daniels finally mounted a minor rally in the eighth and ninth rounds, Shields simply laughed it off.

These girls are just too easy to beat,” Shields declared post-fight. “They talk so much crap, but I clear every division I touch.

Indeed, she has. In February, she made history as the first boxer—male or female—to become undisputed champion in three weight divisions, after defeating Danielle Perkins in her hometown of Flint.

Now, Shields is looking for something bigger. She’s eyeing legacy fights—ones that would define eras. That includes a long-teased showdown against Laila Ali daughter of Muhammad Ali and a legend in her own right.

We put up the $15 million for the fight and we haven’t heard anything back,” Shields revealed. “Hopefully she saw the fight tonight and says, ‘You know what? I think I can take her.

Shields also mentioned possible matchups with Franchon Crews-Dezurn and Che Kenneally, and even a potential bout at 154 lbs against Mikaela Mayer if serious negotiations happen.

In the co-main event, Tony Harrison made a triumphant return with a unanimous decision win over Edward Diaz. Harrison, sporting full Detroit Lions gear, bounced back from a 2023 TKO loss to Tim Tszyu, overcoming a scare in the ninth round when Diaz clipped him with a right hand.

It wasn’t even like a punch that hurt me,” Harrison said. “It was kind of a flash. I owed that for not being disciplined.

But the night undoubtedly belonged to Shields. Her ability to neutralize elite opponents, control the fight tempo, and entertain fans has positioned her as not just the face of women’s boxing—but its gold standard.

With no signs of slowing down, Claressa Shields has made it clear: she’s waiting for someone—anyone—who can bring the fight to her level.

Until then, she remains undisputed, undefeated, and unmatched.