Gervonta Davis remains at the top of boxing’s agenda as speculation over his future continues. On March 31, he’ll defend his WBA lightweight belt against Lamont Roach Jr. as part of a PBC-Amazon Prime card containing an equally compelling undercard, making this fight all the more anticipated than anticipated.
After successfully defending his championship against Frank Martin last June, Davis’ camp quickly selected Roach Jr as his opponent. Due to delays due to Hurricane Ike in Texas’ Toyota Center on December 14th, this fight now finds a home at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center; an iconic venue known for hosting major boxing events adds further prestige.
The Barclays Center, iconic for its role in the world of sports and entertainment since its opening in 2012, might bring good luck to Davis, who won his first world championship there in 2017. Roach Jr., with memories of his own from a 2014 fight at the same venue, will look to create a new milestone in his career.
The event is scheduled to start with preliminary fights at 6 p.m. Eastern Time (ET), with the main card slotting in at around 8 p.m. ET. For international viewers, the start times will vary, ranging from late night to the following morning depending on the timezone.
Preliminary Fights:
- UK Time (GMT): 11 p.m.
- Central Europe (CET): 12 a.m. (midnight)
- India (IST): 4:30 a.m. (March 2)
- East Asia and Australia: Early morning hours (March 2)
Main Card:
- UK Time (GMT): 1 a.m. (March 2)
- Central Europe (CET): 2 a.m. (March 2)
- India (IST): 6:30 a.m. (March 2)
- East Asia and Australia: Late morning hours (March 2)
Featured Undercard Matchups:
The evening will also feature several notable undercard bouts, including title fights across different weight classes.
Super Featherweight and Middleweight Contests:
- Jonathan Lopez vs. Alex Dilmaghani, 10 rounds
- Jarrett Hurd vs. Johan Gonzalez, 10 rounds
Main Card Highlights:
- Yoenis Tellez vs. Julian Williams, 12 rounds for interim WBA title
- Alberto Puello vs. Sandor Martin, 12 rounds, for the WBC title
- Jose Valenzuela vs. Gary Antuanne Russell, 12 rounds, for the WBA title
- Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Jr., headlining for the WBA title
Viewing Options and Ticket Information:
Amazon Prime members and PPV services will make this fight available live worldwide; though no specific price was disclosed. Tickets to attend in person start from $187 with prices increasing depending on proximity to action.
This fight holds significant implications for both fighters. Davis looks to extend his legacy while potentially setting himself up for bigger fights down the line, while for Roach Jr. an upset victory would be monumental and could launch him to stardom within boxing circles. Everyone’s anticipation about fight night centers around seeing whether Roach Jr can defy odds or continue Davis reign as champion.