Ryan Garcia v Gervonta Tank Davis: Tank's KO Victory and the Stats
April 22, 2023 - Showtime PPV
11:52 PM ET - Las Vegas
In a highly anticipated showdown, Ryan Garcia fell to Gervonta Tank Davis in a stunning seventh-round knockout on April 22, 2023. The fight, which was broadcast live on Showtime PPV, drew over 5 million viewers.
The fight began with both fighters trading blows, but it was Davis who landed the first significant punch, a liver shot that sent Garcia to the canvas. Garcia managed to get back to his feet, but he was clearly hurt and Davis capitalized, unleashing a flurry of punches that forced the referee to stop the fight.
According to Compubox's punch statistics, Davis landed 35 of 103 punches (34%) on the night, compared to Garcia's 39 of 164 (23%). However, it was Davis's power punches that made the difference, as he landed 24 of 52 (46%) while Garcia landed only 10 of 54 (18%).
The victory cements Davis's status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world, while Garcia's loss is a major setback in his career.
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