Fans are showing little interest in the upcoming contentious bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis, as ticket prices have been reduced by half. The two are scheduled to face off in a Miami exhibition on November 14, sparking criticism due to the significant weight difference between them. Jake Paul, known for competing mainly in the cruiserweight category, even fought at heavyweight in his victory over Mike Tyson last November.
On the other hand, Davis, a lightweight fighter, will step into the ring for this exhibition match. Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, clarified that the event will consist of a 10-round exhibition with three-minute rounds and a weight limit of 195lbs. Both fighters will wear 12-ounce gloves during the fight.
Despite the details announced, fans seem unenthused about the fight. With just over two weeks left until fight night, ticket prices have plummeted. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster, Viagogo, and Stubhub, with Viagogo offering the cheapest tickets at £139 ($186) on October 15.
Ticket prices for the event have seen a significant fluctuation in recent weeks. As of October 30, Ticketmaster is offering standard admission tickets starting at £69.58 ($91.50), while ringside seats are priced at £2,080 ($2,736). For those seeking a VIP experience, the Diamond VIP Package is available for £22,807 ($30,000).
The bout between Paul and Davis is set for Friday, November 14, at the Kaseya Center in Florida. More details on the fight times will be revealed closer to the event, with the main event expected to commence around 4am UK time. The fight will be broadcast on Netflix, included in all payment plans ranging from £5.99 to £18.99 per month.
Both fighters have expressed confidence in their abilities, with Paul eyeing a knockout victory and Davis emphasizing his speed advantage. The anticipation for the showdown continues to build as fight night approaches.