Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia: April 23 Fight Prediction and Betting Odds

The showdown between 28-year-old American Gervonta Davis (28-0, 26 KOs) and 24-year-old American Ryan Garcia (23-0, 19 KOs) has long been awaited by boxing fans. Surprisingly, the match-up was arranged without much delay. The fighters seemed to have no issues with signing contracts, providing a refreshing change from the drawn-out negotiations that often plague boxing.

Today's top predictions:

Bookmaker odds for the fight between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia on April 23, 2023

Gervonta Davis is considered the favorite, with odds of 1.45 for his victory. Ryan Garcia's odds are rated at 2.85. If the duel ends in a draw, a 25.0 payout is offered. Analysts predict that the fight won't last the full distance, with over 8.5 rounds at 1.95 and under 8.5 rounds at 1.85.

Analysis and prediction of the fight between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia (04/23/2023)

Both fighters enter this bout on the heels of impressive victories. Ryan Garcia stopped former champion Javier Fortuna with a sixth-round knockout last summer, while Gervonta Davis forced Hector Luis Garcia into retirement this January.

This match represents a powerful clash of young talent, showcasing the new generation's approach to the sport.

Recent years have seen few high-profile fights arranged as easily as this one. Boxing has been plagued by frustrating negotiations, leading to bouts being postponed or canceled. Such delays were exemplified by the long-awaited fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.

The Usyk-Fury story was another example of failed negotiations. Tyson Fury seemed to agree to the fight, and Oleksandr Usyk accepted nine out of ten conditions. However, the much-anticipated bout never materialized.

Fans and pundits in the UK and the US have argued that such drawn-out negotiations are ruining the sport of boxing. They believe that fighters should prioritize giving the fans what they want. Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia have decided to do just that, agreeing to this high-stakes fight without hesitation.

Davis recently parted ways with Floyd Mayweather, a rare amicable split for such a high-profile partnership. Ryan Garcia has stated that he is no longer interested in padding his record with easy fights. Instead, he seeks challenges, big-name opponents, and substantial purses.

The fighters reached an agreement quickly, resolving issues that typically impede negotiations. For instance, there will be two weigh-ins: one on Friday to meet the lightweight limit (61.6 kilograms) for Davis' regular WBA championship belt and another on fight day, with a morning weight limit of 66.2 kilograms.

This condition was set by Gervonta, who explained that Ryan is taller with longer arms and therefore has a higher potential to gain weight without compromising performance. Both fighters will be weighed, ensuring fairness. Despite Garcia's promoter Oscar De La Hoya objecting to the condition, Garcia agreed, stating that he would have no issue meeting the weight limits.

It seems that fighters can indeed agree to a bout without complications, even when both have undefeated records, explosive power, and much at stake. This is how boxing should be.

Who is the favorite?

Bookmakers are clear: they're betting on Gervonta Davis to win.