Gervonta “Tank” Davis, the accomplished American professional boxer, has recently embraced Islam as a religion, following in the footsteps of legendary champions like Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson
The 29-year-old, Gervonta Davis, a former three-division world champion, attended a mosque on Sunday, December 24, 2023 to pray ‘Dhuhr’ and formally declared the Muslim profession of faith, or shahadah, alongside two close friends.
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Welcome to Islam brother Gervonta Davis 🥊 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/gczN7Uwoa8
— Halal Nation (@HalalNation_) December 24, 2023
Boxer Gervonta Davis has taken his shahada, May Allāh عزوجل grant him righteousness & keep him firm on the beautiful deen 😅🤲🏾☝🏽pic.twitter.com/UbsATDBQsb
— عبد (@ABroNextDoor) December 24, 2023
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Before his conversion to Islam, Davis adhered to the Christian faith, as evidenced by a cross tattoo on his right arm. Despite this, he continues to be recognized not only for his boxing achievements but also for his philanthropic efforts.
WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack warmly welcomed Davis to Islam in a post on X, expressing, “Welcome to Islam, brother Gervontaa. Alhamdulillah.”
The post included a video clip capturing Davis and his friends reciting the shahadah. While some praised the decision, others criticized and questioned his compatibility with the faith.
The news spread across various YouTube channels, with FightHype sharing a video titled “Gervonta Davis BECOMES A MUSLIM; CONVERTS to Islam after taking SHAHADAH.” Akhi TV also posted a video, saying, “Alhmdallah, Gervonta is now a Muslim. Mashallah. Welcome ‘Tank’ to the brotherhood.”
Fans expressed their joy and support in the comments, with one saying, “Alhamdullilah, I have been following his career since around 2016!!! I’m honestly so happy!!!!! Not lying, I had a bad day, and that news alone made my day!!! Welcome to Islam, brother Gervonta.”
Another fan welcomed Gervonta Davis to the league of legendary boxers who embraced Islam, listing Muhammad Ali, Iron Mike, Devin Haney, Willi Ott, and Anthony Joshua.
Gervonta “Tank” Davis, born on November 7, 1994, has achieved multiple world championships in three weight classes and holds the WBA lightweight title since 2019.
Renowned for his powerful punches, ring intelligence, and counter-punching skills, Gervonta Davis is currently ranked as the best active lightweight, third by ESPN, and fifth by the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board and The Ring magazine.