The World Boxing Association (WBA) has declared Gervonta Davis the Champion in Recess at lightweight while designating Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi to fight for the division’s now-vacant title.

The Championships Committee of the pioneering organization reviewed Davis’ legal situation and reached its decision after determining that the ongoing proceedings could prevent him from fulfilling his championship obligations in the short and medium term.

Davis captured the WBA Lightweight World Championship in 2019 after previously reigning as the organization’s Super Featherweight World Champion since 2018. The American owns an outstanding professional record of 30 wins, one draw, and 28 knockouts.

According to publicly available information, Davis is currently facing pending legal proceedings in the United States that could result in a trial and affect his ability to defend the title within the timeframes established by WBA regulations.

As a result, and in accordance with Championship Rules C.21, C.22, and C.27, as well as the provisions of the WBA Code of Ethics, the Association has declared him Champion in Recess.

As part of the resolution, the WBA has ordered Schofield and Bahdi to contest the vacant WBA Lightweight title in a bout that will shape the immediate future of one of boxing’s most competitive divisions.

The resolution has been officially communicated to all parties involved. It takes effect immediately and supersedes any previous rulings involving the aforementioned boxers. Any issues that may arise during the process will be resolved in accordance with the WBA’s internal rules and regulations.