Topps Launches Historic Boxing Trading Card Collection
In an exciting announcement, Topps has introduced its inaugural boxing trading card collection since 1951, generating significant conversation among enthusiasts. The inclusion of controversial social media influencer Jake Paul in the lineup has drawn scrutiny, particularly after Gervonta Davis was unexpectedly removed from the set.
Paul, with a record of 12 wins and 1 loss, is known for taking on fighters who are past their prime, with his only defeat coming from prime boxer Tommy Fury. On the other hand, Davis is currently navigating a rough patch, including recent legal troubles and time away from the ring, although Topps did not elaborate on these issues when making the announcement.
Details of the Topps Chrome Boxing Collection
The official statement from Topps heralds the arrival of the “Topps Chrome Boxing” collection, highlighting that it features a range of notable names including legends and promising up-and-comers. The company made it clear that this release is historic, as it is the first boxing card set ever licensed by multiple boxing organizations.
Pre-orders for the set opened on August 11, with an announcement clarifying,
“UPDATE: Gervonta Davis will not be included in this collection.”
Among those confirmed to be featured are iconic fighters such as Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson, Tyson Fury, and Jake Paul. Additionally, Top Rank confirmed participation from its boxers, while the involvement of Al Haymon’s Premier Boxing Champions still awaits a response. Notably, early promotional images showcased an autograph card for Davis, indicating he was initially planned to be part of the set before the last-minute decision to exclude him.
Fan Reactions and Controversy
The news sparked immediate backlash from fans online, especially regarding the juxtaposition of Davis’s absence and Paul’s inclusion. Critics voiced their opinions passionately on social media, with remarks questioning the validity of Paul as a real boxer and expressing disbelief over Davis being dropped while Paul remained in the lineup.
One user remarked,
“Why Jake Paul? This isn’t a serious group.”
Another lamented the situation, stating,
“They dropped Tank but kept Jake? Unbelievable.”
With such a controversial rollout, the release of Topps Chrome Boxing is set to be a pivotal moment in the trading card and sports memorabilia landscape. World Boxing News (WBN) intends to delve deeper into the implications of these choices as more details about the collection emerge.
