Turki Alalshikh, a prominent figure in the boxing world, has expressed his strong desire to bring together two of the sport's rising stars, Shakur Stevenson and Gervonta 'Tank' Davis. Today, he reiterated his hopes for this highly anticipated matchup and outlined his master plan to make it a reality.

Uniting Boxing's Elite - Turki Alalshikh's Vision for a Historic Fight

Tank's Retirement Announcement

Tank surprised fans today with the news that 2025 will mark his last year in the sport. He announced that he will be retiring at the end of the year and plans to fight three times next year before hanging up his gloves. This development has added a sense of urgency to Turki's efforts to set up the Shakur Stevenson vs. Gervonta Davis fight. 1: Tank's decision to retire comes as a shock to many in the boxing community. He has been a dominant force in the lightweight division for years and has achieved great success. His announcement has left fans wondering what the future holds for the sport and whether we will see another fighter like him in the coming years. 2: Turki, on the other hand, sees this as an opportunity to create a memorable fight that will go down in boxing history. He believes that Stevenson and Davis have the skills and talent to put on a show that will captivate fans around the world. With Tank's retirement on the horizon, now is the time to make this fight happen.

Stevenson's Path to the Fight

For the Tank-Shakur fight to take place, Stevenson will need to defeat the unbeaten Floyd Schofield and then face off against #1 ranked William Zepeda. These are not easy tasks for Stevenson, who is not known for his punching power and may struggle to make the weight at 135 lbs. 1: Stevenson has shown great determination and skill in his career so far, but facing two tough opponents in a row will be a significant challenge. He will need to bring his A-game and prove that he is ready for the big stage. If he can overcome these obstacles, he could be in line for a shot at the title and a chance to face off against Tank. 2: Turki is confident in Stevenson's abilities and believes that he has what it takes to succeed. He has been working behind the scenes to make sure that Stevenson is prepared for these fights and that everything is in place for the big showdown. With Turki's support, Stevenson may just have the edge he needs to come out on top.

Tank's Avoidance Record

Tank has a reputation for shying away from risky fights during his eleven-year professional career. He has never fought Vasily Lomachenko or shown interest in facing off against Teofimo Lopez or Devin Haney. This has led some to question his commitment to the sport and whether he is truly willing to take on the best. 1: Despite his success, Tank's avoidance record has been a topic of discussion among fans and analysts. Some believe that he is afraid to take on tough opponents and that his lack of willingness to fight outside of his comfort zone could hold him back in the long run. 2: However, Turki is optimistic that Tank will change his tune and agree to fight Stevenson. He believes that the opportunity to face off against one of the sport's rising stars is too good to pass up and that Tank will see the value in this fight. Only time will tell if Turki's persuasion will be enough to get Tank in the ring.