Is Pacman Eyeing Tank? Speculation Rises for Pacquiao vs. Davis Showdown
By Dong Secuya
PhilBoxing.com
Mon, 28 Jul 2025
After his memorable yet dubious majority draw over WBC Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios, legendary fighter Manny Pacquiao finds himself in the midst of another whirlwind of speculation as to what his next foe might be. The current talk of boxing is knockout sensation Gervonta “Tank” Davis. Though it’s not official, the fight between the multi-division legend and the undefeated knockout artist is starting to get very serious, in terms of noise in the world of combat sports this week.
Due in large part to Pacquiao's unexpected performance against Barrios, there is now renewed interest in a Pacquiao-Davis matchup. The "PacMan" displayed glimmers of his former speed, agility, and power, landing more important shots against the younger champion despite being 46 years old and fresh off a four-year hiatus. Many people, including former two-division world champion Tim Bradley, were persuaded that Pacquiao still possesses the exceptional skills required for big fights after this fight defied many pre-fight expectations.
Bradley has publicly supported Pacquiao in a possible fight against a distracted Gervonta Davis, according to an interview with Fight Hub TV. He specifically brought up Davis's performance against Lamont Roach, implying that Pacquiao's background and skill set might win out if Davis doesn't give it his all. Bradley, who famously shared the ring with Pacquiao three times and is renowned for his insightful boxing analysis, lends significant weight to the conversation with his remarks.
Bradley also alluded to possible problems for Davis outside of the ring, even implying that "Tank" might be "done" with boxing or losing interest, which is a big accusation that makes any future fight negotiations even more intriguing.
Although Gervonta Davis has not made any official remarks regarding the possible fight since Pacquiao's most recent bout, the rumors underscore Manny Pacquiao's ongoing appeal. Any opponent he selects will be a noteworthy event because of his ability to perform at a high level even after so many years.
The Pacquiao-Davis bout is still only a hypothetical dream fight for the time being. Boxing fans are anxiously awaiting what might happen next as the rumors of a fight between the renowned "PacMan" and the intimidating "Tank" are intensifying due to Pacquiao's desire to get back into the ring and prove himself after the draw and the absence of obvious opponents for Davis.
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Dong Secuya.
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
Sadam Ali's career highlight: Defeating Terence Crawford to become 2008 U.S. Olympian
Wed, 20 Aug 2025Irish amateur star Jim Donovan to make pro debut on Sept. 13th Outdoors at Windsor Park in Belfast
Wed, 20 Aug 2025Boxer and Philanthropist Boyd Melson Awarded Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden
Wed, 20 Aug 2025THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 18 AUGUST 2025: Itauma Stops Whyte in 1; Ball Outpoints Goodman; Hrgovic Decisions Adeleye; Yaqubov Defeats Foster
By Eric Armit, Tue, 19 Aug 2025Is Gilas Relying Too Much on Fil-Fors, Naturalised Players at Expense of Locals?
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, Tue, 19 Aug 2025YOELVIS "LA JOYA" GOMEZ TRAINING CAMP NOTES
Tue, 19 Aug 2025Efren "Bata" Reyes Yalin 10-Ball Championship offers a total pot prizes of P2 million to the winners
By Marlon Bernardino, Tue, 19 Aug 2025Llover nears IBF title shot
By Joaquin Henson, Tue, 19 Aug 2025Basil fights Escriber for vacant interim PBF light flyweight on Aug. 23
By Lito delos Reyes, Tue, 19 Aug 2025James Perkins crowned the new WBC U.S. Silver Light Heavyweight title
Tue, 19 Aug 2025Team USA Travels to England for 2025 World Boxing Championships Preparation Camp
Tue, 19 Aug 2025Peter Kahn Signs Undefeated Super Flyweight Juanmita Lopez DeJesus To Managerial Contract
Tue, 19 Aug 2025Cortejos to face unbeaten Fitzgerald for Australian light title
By Lito delos Reyes, Tue, 19 Aug 2025SEBASTIAN "EL TRUENO" JUAREZ TRAINING CAMP NOTES
Tue, 19 Aug 2025IIEE PSME Quezon City Simba’s Tribe currently at 2nd in day 1 of 1st PCAP Individual Open
By Marlon Bernardino, Tue, 19 Aug 2025