Ryan Garcia has issued a bold declaration ahead of his bout with Devin Haney on Saturday night, asserting that if Haney attempts to evade him in the ring, he’ll aggressively pursue him and secure a knockout victory. Despite Haney’s assurance of engaging in a center-ring showdown, Garcia remains skeptical and fully prepared to give chase.
Haney, the undefeated champion with a record of 31-0 and 15 knockouts, maintains he’s committed to an action-packed fight. However, Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs) doubts his opponent’s sincerity, particularly given Haney’s considerable -800 odds to win compared to Garcia’s +500.
Critics have lambasted the matchup as a mismatch, questioning its merit and deeming it an ill-advised decision, especially considering Garcia’s recent behavioral issues. Some have even suggested that Haney ought to take more risks in the ring to ensure an entertaining spectacle for fans, referencing his previous cautious performance against Regis Prograis.
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The spotlight is firmly on the main event, as the undercard features lackluster matchups, including Arnold Barboza Jr. facing off against relatively unknown Sean McComb in the co-feature bout. This has led to disappointment among fans, with many feeling shortchanged by the lack of compelling matchups.
During the final press conference, Garcia openly challenged Haney, daring him to engage in a toe-to-toe battle in the center of the ring. Despite Haney’s reassurances, Garcia remains steadfast in his determination to aggressively pursue his opponent and secure victory, emphasizing his readiness to do whatever it takes to claim the win.
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