The dynamic combination of skills has made Davis a fan-favorite who filled arenas in Atlanta, Ga., and his hometown of Baltimore, Md., last year. In the ring, Davis blends controlled aggression with blazing hand and foot speed, eye-catching power and sublime boxing skills. At the time, he became the youngest world champion in boxing at age 22. “Not only is this a great platform for these athletes and their fans, but the event will also spotlight San Antonio through nationally televised matches and generate economic impact for our community during these challenging times.”ĭavis (23-0, 22 KOs) burst onto the scene with an explosive knockout victory over Jose Pedraza to win the IBF Junior Lightweight World Title in a star-making performance on SHOWTIME® in January 2017. Santa Cruz SHOWTIME PPV event and to bring these athletes to San Antonio,” said Steve Zito, General Manager, Alamodome. “The Alamodome is excited to host the Davis vs. Tickets will be distributed in seat blocks known as “pods” to maintain distance between groups not from the same party. The Alamodome has implemented a comprehensive health and safety plan to protect against the spread of the virus.Īll fans attending the event will be screened upon entry and are required to wear a mask, as well as follow social distancing guidelines. This is the first major boxing event with fans in attendance since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 5 at 10 a.m. Adding in three high-stakes undercard attractions, this pay-per-view is lined up to present drama in the ring from start to finish.” Santa Cruz presents a fascinating clash of styles, with Santa Cruz’s relentless pressure against Davis’ fight-changing power. “We’re excited to bring a historic showdown with world titles in two weight classes on the line to fans at the Alamodome.ĭavis vs. Leo Santa Cruz is one of the best matchups that can be made in boxing, with each fighter in position to score a career-defining victory,” said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “He’s up against an experienced, four-division world champion in Leo Santa Cruz, who is looking to take him down and hand him his first L on October 31.”
“Gervonta Davis is the most exciting fighter in the sport, and he’s set to headline his first pay-per-view card and set the world on fire,” said Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather Promotions. Two superstars in their toughest matchup to date battling for titles in two weight divisions at the same time.” This is the type of matchup boxing fans have waited the entire year to watch. You have a young, hungry star with devastating power in Davis and an experienced and absolutely relentless four-division champ looking to conquer a title in a fifth division. “Tank Davis facing Leo Santa Cruz is one of the most exciting matchups of the year. “We continue with the tradition of offering boxing fans the best matchups in the hottest divisions, pitting the best versus the best,” said Stephen Espinoza, President, Sports and Event Programming, Showtime Networks Inc. I can’t wait to put on a spectacular performance against multiple division world champion Leo Santa Cruz. Headlining on pay-per-view has always been a dream of mine since I started boxing. “We are just a few weeks away, and I’m already in great shape.
“I’m looking forward to showing the world how hard I’ve been working in camp,” said Davis. Marcos Maidana rematch for the super welterweight and welterweight championships. Donny Lalonde fight for the light heavyweight and super-middleweight titles, and the 2014 Floyd Mayweather vs. Other notable instances in recent boxing history are the 1988 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Santa Cruz will be a rare clash in boxing history in which world titles in two weight classes will be at stake.
957 knockout rate, while Santa Cruz is long established as one of the busiest punchers and best pressure fighters in the sport.ĭavis vs. Santa Cruz is an all-action style matchup, with Davis owning a. Two crowd favorites with massive followings, Davis vs. The highly anticipated main event will be contested at 130-pounds and will be fought for both Santa Cruz’s 130-pound title and Davis’ 135-pound title, which they each won in their previous fight.
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