The sanctioning body has officially ordered the Baltimore native to face Schofield, the No. 1 contender, in a mandatory contest. Both sides were informed Saturday of the WBA’s decision. They have until June 22 to come to an agreement. If one can't be made, a purse bid will be called.

Schofield hasn't fought since a first-round KO over former champion, Tevin Farmer, last June.

Davis hasn't been in action since drawing with Lamont Roach in March 2025. A few days later, Davis officially triggered his immediate rematch clause, but later elected to fight Jake Paul in an exhibition.

The clash with Paul never came to fruition as Davis' ex-girlfriend Courtney Rossel filed a civil lawsuit in Miami-Dade County, Florida, accusing Davis of aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Davis was arrested in January after a warrant was issued on charges of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping.

As reported by The Ring earlier this year, however, Davis has been working on his return. Talks have been ongoing between his camp and Isaac Cruz, who he beat by decision in 2021.