Ryan Garcia has confirmed that discussions over a potential rematch with Gervonta “Tank” Davis have moved beyond social-media exchanges, but he is making his position on the weight limit clear.
Garcia says Davis and longtime adviser Al Haymon have contacted his team about a second meeting. The former world champion has responded with one firm condition: the rematch must take place at the full 147-pound welterweight limit.
“I can confirm Gervonta and Al have contacted my team. 147 or nothing.”
Garcia also wants Davis to have a tune-up fight before they meet again.
“And I want him to get a tune up fight and be at his best when we fight.”
The comments provide the clearest indication yet that the two sides have at least begun communicating about a rematch, although no fight has been officially announced.
Garcia Wants the Rematch at 147
The weight issue is central to any potential second fight.
Garcia and Davis first met in April 2023 in Las Vegas, with their bout taking place at a 136-pound catchweight and including a rehydration restriction. Davis stopped Garcia in the seventh round after dropping him earlier in the contest.
Since then, Garcia has repeatedly maintained that he wants another opportunity against Davis under different weight conditions.
Garcia has since established himself at welterweight and currently holds the WBC welterweight championship. His latest fight saw him stop Conor Benn in the second round, giving him momentum heading into discussions about his next move.
Davis, meanwhile, has previously indicated that he would consider fighting Garcia at 140 pounds rather than moving all the way to 147. That difference in position remains one of the major obstacles to making the rematch.
Garcia Wants Davis to Have a Tune-Up
Garcia’s second condition is that Davis should fight before facing him.
Rather than immediately entering a rematch, Garcia says he wants Davis to have a tune-up and arrive at the eventual fight fully prepared.
That request is notable because Davis has been inactive for an extended period. His most recent professional bout was a majority draw against Lamont Roach in March 2025.
Garcia’s position would therefore give Davis an opportunity to return to the ring before attempting to settle their rivalry.
At the same time, it would push the potential rematch further down the road, depending on when Davis returns and what happens in a tune-up.
A Rematch With Plenty of History
The rivalry remains one of the most recognizable matchups involving both fighters.
Their first meeting generated enormous attention because of the contrasting styles and unbeaten records surrounding the event. Davis ultimately secured the victory, handing Garcia the first professional defeat of his career.
More than three years later, Garcia is now approaching the matchup from a different position. He has moved into the welterweight division and is insisting that any second fight take place at the division’s 147-pound limit.
Davis would therefore be moving up significantly from the weight class in which their first fight took place.
Talks Have Started, But Nothing Is Done
Garcia’s confirmation that Davis and Haymon have contacted his team is significant, but it does not mean a deal has been reached.
The two sides still have to agree on the weight, timing and other contractual details. Most importantly, Garcia’s 147-pound demand and Davis’ previously stated preference for 140 pounds remain directly opposed.
For now, Garcia has made his position unmistakable: if Davis wants the rematch, he must come to welterweight.
The door is open, but the terms Garcia has publicly established could determine whether one of boxing’s most anticipated rematches actually moves forward.
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