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Gervonta Davis named 'champion in recess' amid boxing title changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 8:05 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Gervonta Davis named 'champion in recess' amid boxing title changes

Summary

Gervonta 'Tank' Davis has been designated as a 'champion in recess' due to ongoing legal issues. This decision allows Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi, the top-ranked contenders at 135 pounds, to compete for the vacant WBA title. The WBA's Championships Committee determined Davis' legal situation could hinder his ability to meet championship obligations. Meanwhile, Oleksandr Usyk has vacated all three of his heavyweight titles. If Davis is cleared to fight, he will have the first opportunity against the winner of Schofield and Bahdi's match.

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By the Numbers

•Davis is currently a 'champion in recess' due to legal issues.
•Schofield and Bahdi will fight for the vacant WBA title.
•Davis gets first chance at the title if cleared to compete.
•Usyk has vacated all three heavyweight titles this week.
•Floyd Mayweather faces a ban due to a legal injunction.

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8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis named ‘champion in recess’ as boxing’s belt drama continues

What they're saying

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This has been a wacky week in the “sweet science.” In addition to Oleksandr Usyk vacating all three of his heavyweight titles, Gervonta “Tank” Davis has been named “champion in recess” as a result of his ongoing legal drama. That means Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi, currently ranked No. 1 and No. 2 at 135 […]
— Yahoo Sports

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