MARIO BARRIOS VS. Gervonta Davis | Boxing Fight Highlights #boxing #action #combat #sports

On June 27, 2021, Gervonta "Tank" Davis, a prominent figure in the boxing world, delivered a defining performance during a live SHOWTIME PPV event at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. He secured an impressive 11th round TKO victory over the previously unbeaten Mario Barrios, claiming the WBA Super Lightweight Championship in a thrilling Premier Boxing Champions showdown. The event witnessed a sold-out crowd of 16,570, witnessing an unforgettable display of skill and determination from both fighters.

Reflecting on his performance, the 26-year-old Baltimore native acknowledged the challenge he faced moving up two weight classes but expressed satisfaction in getting the job done. Despite some initial difficulty connecting with clean shots, Davis emphasized his preference for precision over quantity in his punches. The fight gained momentum from the fifth round onwards, culminating in Davis knocking Barrios down twice in the eighth round.

With encouragement from legendary boxer and promoter Floyd Mayweather in his corner, Davis rallied in the eleventh round, realizing the importance of finishing strong. His relentless assault eventually led to a third knockdown, prompting the referee to halt the fight at 2:13 of the eleventh round.

Davis credited his strategy of feinting and capitalizing on openings for his success in the ring. Despite being down on the scorecards according to Mayweather's assessment, Davis demonstrated his resilience and determination to emerge victorious.

In the aftermath of the fight, Davis's achievement of holding world championships in three different divisions simultaneously drew comparisons to boxing greats like Henry Armstrong and Canelo Alvarez. Mayweather expressed pride in Davis's journey, reaffirming his belief in the young fighter's potential for greatness.

Barrios, gracious in defeat, commended Davis for his explosive performance and acknowledged the unpredictable nature of boxing, where a single punch can change the course of a fight. He vowed to bounce back from the loss, highlighting the excitement and competitiveness of the match.

In summary, Davis's victory showcased his skill, resilience, and potential for greatness in the world of boxing, while Barrios's sportsmanship and determination earned him respect despite the outcome of the fight.

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[glennjackson]

He took all that. And then Bang Bang And then Night

[detroitkid]

Tank has some whiskers man, he's taken some hellacious shots and not gone down.

[sunatagunawan]

I love how the way tank fight with relax n focus....waiting for his timing n big power to shot

[Eyou]

Barrios is a good fighter. Underrated if anything. But Tank’s a great fighter.

[shan]

Barios threw the kitchen sink at Tank and it still do anything. Thanks for showing us in the video 😊

[malcolmpinto]

One thing is for sure, Gervonta sure knows how to take a punch 👊

[LukasTangeni-ie]

Tank durability is at higher level and he takes punches ❤

[antoniobonebeatz]

Tank fighting a welterweight and walked him down to close the show . Barrios really a good underrated fighter I wanna see Barrios fight boots next

[stanleyjackson]

Tank is highly skilled and can take a punch.

[Horrible]

Tank got a Chin... more than lots of fighters

[DS-nkjr]

This is proof that power is a game changer

[qabo]

That’s where “tank” come from. Boy solid, tough as they come ✊🏾

[samuelyoung]

Davis ATE those power and ENDED the fight with a VICIOUS body shot of his own.

[yourfriend]

Barrios did not stay away, he did not maintain outside to keep away from Davis' UPPERCUT.

HE LOST but he is MAKING GOOD FIGHTS IN HIGHER WEIGHT CLASS.

[DandyDan]

Mario feather puncher!! Tank and his team know how to pick them to put on that Vegas boxing entertainment exhibition show!!

[marcellussims]

That hurt tank...

Made him bounce off the ropes and do a little dance about it 😂😂

[otisgondo]

You can throw 100 punches and it will take Tank just 1 or 2 punches and you out 😂😅😂😅

[carlosk.garcia]

You can show all the favorable clips you want, in the end Davis still won by a body shot. So much for Barrios much vaunted power 😊

[OlAlvalcar]

Que buenos son los boxeadores Aztecas, si nunca boxeaste vs un mexicano no sabes lo que es box, pero en esta pelea le dieron K.O barrios🤷🏻🇲🇽

[mrlarry]

This is what you call desperate!!! Taking a fight where the guy who got knocked out an make it look like he won!!!!😂😂😂