In a dramatic twist to the ongoing sparring drama, Gervonta “Tank” Davis has fired back at Frank Martin’s bold claims about their recent sparring session. During a recent interview on Cigar Talk, Martin had stated that he managed to hurt Davis in sparring, so much so that Tank allegedly wanted to take off his gloves and fight him outside the ring. This claim has sent shockwaves through the boxing community, with both fighters now exchanging verbal shots ahead of a potential showdown.
Frank Martin’s Bold Claim
During the Cigar Talk podcast, Frank Martin revealed what happened during a sparring session with Gervonta Davis. According to Martin, he landed a significant shot on Tank, hurting him badly enough that Davis wanted to stop sparring and fight him with no gloves. Martin also mentioned that the sparring session was intense, with both fighters landing big shots. He claimed that Floyd Mayweather, who was in the gym at the time, had to intervene and break up the sparring when things got too heated.
“I landed some big shots. He landed some good shots too… but the best shot in the gym, the people in the gym know who landed it,” Martin stated, suggesting that he might have had the upper hand during the session. But the most explosive part of his story was when he revealed that Davis allegedly got so upset that he wanted to fight him outside of the ring, throwing the gloves off and wanting to settle things on the streets.
Gervonta Davis Fires Back
Naturally, Davis wasn’t going to let these claims go without a response. The undefeated fighter took to social media to refute Martin’s story, calling it “big cap.” He also warned that he had video footage of the sparring session that would reveal the truth.
“Keep talking, I’mma upload the video,” Davis said, implying that he would release the footage to clear up the situation. However, many fans are skeptical, given that Tank has a history of only releasing highlight clips of sparring sessions rather than the full footage.
Martin, not backing down, challenged Davis to upload the whole video without any edits, daring him to show the entire sparring session to the public.
The Real Question: How Will They Match Up in the Ring?
While the sparring session has certainly generated a lot of buzz, the real test will come when these two fighters finally face off in the ring. If the sparring was as competitive as both fighters have claimed, it will make for an exciting and unpredictable matchup.
Frank Martin, known for his athleticism, technical ability, and power, has already demonstrated that he’s not intimidated by Tank’s reputation. He boldly stated, “I feel like I’m a dog,” and expressed his confidence that he could hang with anyone in the division. Martin believes he’s on the same level as the best fighters in the sport, including Gervonta Davis.
Tank, on the other hand, has a reputation for his devastating power and ability to adjust in the ring. Whether he opts to outbox Martin or goes for the knockout, Tank has proven time and time again that he’s capable of handling any style. His response to Martin’s challenge suggests that he’s not taking this fight lightly and is ready to prove himself.
The Build-Up: Tension Rises
As the rivalry between these two continues to intensify, the anticipation for their potential fight is growing. Frank Martin’s claims about sparring success have added a new layer of intrigue, while Tank’s response and threat to release the video keep the drama alive. The boxing world is now waiting to see how this rivalry plays out when the two finally meet in the ring.
One thing is certain: If Tank and Martin do battle, it will be a high-stakes fight full of tension, power, and skill. Fans can expect fireworks both in the lead-up to the fight and once the bell rings for the first round. The question remains: Can Martin match his sparring success in the real fight, or will Tank prove that he’s the dominant force in the lightweight division? The clock is ticking, and boxing fans can’t wait to see how this story unfolds.
