Jeff Mayweather recently addressed Gervonta Davis' retirement claims, saying, "I believe him. He's been talking about retiring for a while. He wants to spend time with his kids and things like that. And I mean, that's good. It's important to be able to retire and enjoy life with your kids. I think it's better to walk away with your legacy intact rather than just keep fighting."
For Davis to leave the sport with his legacy firmly established, a unification fight would seem necessary. A matchup with someone like Lomachenko, Shakur Stevenson, or Keyshawn Davis could help solidify his place in the history of the lightweight division. However, with Lomachenko reportedly considering retirement and Shakur and Keyshawn both involved in upcoming title fights, the future of the lightweight division remains uncertain. It will be interesting to see what direction Davis takes as his potential retirement looms.