Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Fight Canceled Amid Legal Charges, Replacement Talk Intensifies

Jake Paul's highly anticipated boxing match against lightweight champion Gervonta Davis was canceled due to legal troubles surrounding Davis, prompting Paul and his team to seek a new opponent. Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, was approached to replace Davis but rejected the offer, citing the significant weight difference and calling the proposal disrespectful. Michael Bisping also dismissed the idea of Paul fighting Ngannou as unrealistic. Other potential replacements being considered include Nate Diaz, Ryan Garcia, Terence Crawford, and notably former boxing champion Andre Ward, who is currently the frontrunner despite not having fought since 2017. Paul's promotional organization plans to schedule a new bout later in the year, with details to be announced. The cancellation and search for a replacement reflect the challenges of matching Paul with a suitable opponent following Davis's legal issues.