Jake Paul’s next bout against Gervonta “Tank” Davis is set for Friday, Nov 14, 2025, now at Kaseya Center, Miami, with a global Netflix stream. The move comes after Georgia regulators balked at the major weight gap between the fighters. Key details like exact ruleset (rounds/glove size/judging) are still TBA. ESPN.com+2Netflix+2
Quick facts
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Fighters: Jake Paul (cruiserweight frame) vs. Gervonta “Tank” Davis (lightweight/super-lightweight pedigree) — exhibition. Netflix
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Date & venue: Nov 14, 2025 — Kaseya Center, Miami (FL). ESPN.com
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Watch: Live worldwide on Netflix. Netflix
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Rules: TBA (rounds, glove size, judging/headgear not yet confirmed). Netflix
Why the fight moved (and why that matters)
Originally announced for Atlanta, the event was shifted after the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission signaled it would not approve the matchup due to the size disparity (Paul’s recent weights near 200 lb vs. Davis’ career ceiling around 135–140 lb). Most Valuable Promotions withdrew its Georgia request; Miami stepped in as host. MMA Fighting+1
Bottom line: the ruleset and oversight became part of the story—expect the Florida commission and promoters to finalize parameters (weight, rounds, safety measures) during fight week. ESPN.com
Tale of the tape (context, not weigh-in)
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Jake Paul: campaigning around 199–200 lb in recent appearances; height/reach and clinch strength are real assets. MMAmania.com
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Gervonta Davis: historically elite at 135 lb (up to 140 lb); world-class timing and counterpunching. ESPN.com
Why fans care: this isn’t just star power—it’s a style/size experiment. Rules (gloves/round length/judging) could tilt risk-reward toward either man.
What’s confirmed vs. what’s TBD
Confirmed
TBD
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Contract weight & rehydration terms
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Number of rounds & glove size
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Whether it’s officially judged (or pure exhibition with no winner) Netflix
Storylines to watch
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Event boxing goes mainstream: Netflix continues its live-sports push with another crossover headline night. Netflix
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Commission scrutiny ≠ cancellation: changing states kept the date intact—and added intrigue. ESPN.com+1
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Undercard momentum: full lineup still pending; announcements typically drop closer to fight week.
Tactical keys (if they “play it straight”)
Jake Paul
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Win path: jab to entry → force clinch/fence exchanges → make size count with body work and heavy combinations; slow the pace and “bank minutes.”
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Risk: reaching on the jab in open space invites counters.
Gervonta Davis
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Win path: win the timing battle—pull counters/check hooks inside Paul’s jab; explode in short bursts and exit at angles to avoid the tie-ups.
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Risk: prolonged clinches and slow, referee-broken rounds blunt his rhythm.
Rules swing the matchup:
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Bigger gloves/shorter rounds/no judging → favors a safer spectacle (less jeopardy).
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Standard gloves/official scoring → rewards clean counterpunching and ring-generalship. (Final terms pending.) Netflix
Timeline at a glance
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Aug 21: Netflix confirms Paul vs. Davis for Nov 14. Netflix
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Early Sept: Georgia commission signals resistance over weight gap; MVP withdraws GA paperwork. MMA Fighting
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Sept 17: Move to Miami (Kaseya Center) announced; Netflix stream unchanged. ESPN.com
FAQ
Is this a pro fight?
No—billed as an exhibition (details like judging still TBD). Netflix
Why such a big size difference?
That’s the controversy. Paul’s recent bout weights are near 200 lb; Davis is a career 135er/140er—hence Georgia’s stance and the venue change. MMA Fighting
How do I watch?
Netflix, live and global, on Nov 14. Check the app for regional start times. Netflix
Jake Paul vs. Gervonta “Tank” Davis is tailor-made for the crossover era: a global Netflix stage, a state-line venue shift, and a ruleset still to be revealed. Expect weeks of debate about safety vs. spectacle—and a massive audience when the lights go up in Miami. ESPN.com+1
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Comment: with “exhibition” terms likely, who does that favor—size (Paul) or precision (Tank)?
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