Ryan Garcia does not agree with the decision that his fight with Devin Haney for the World Boxing Council (WBC) super lightweight title takes place in New York and wants to change the venue, as he believes it is best for his career.
In two publications on his X account (formerly Twitter), García expressed that the duel with Haney should be done at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and assured that he is doing everything possible to take the fight there.
“This is an MGM Vegas fight, doing everything they can to bring this fight to Las Vegas and give this fight what it deserves. This decision has nothing to do with New York and everything to do with business and what I believe is the best step for my career,” he wrote.
Last week Óscar de la Hoya, promoter of Golden Boy Promotions, announced through his social networks that the fight between Devin Haney and Ryan García will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Additionally, according to the two-division champion on his account in X, “The reason the fight won’t take place in Las Vegas is because they don’t want to affect Canelo’s ticket sales.”…”.
After mentioning the possible change of venue, Haney was quick to comment on what King Ry said and accused him of wanting to flee the fight. “This guy is planning his escape,” he posted and then the Californian responded.
“Why are you trying to paint that image before the public, towards the guy who is making you the most money in your life and in your entire career? It’s sad to see“said García.
The last time the Barclays Center in New York hosted a boxing event It was in October 2022 when Deontay Wilder knocked out Robert Helenius in the first round. The fight will air on DAZN and will be promoted by Golden Boy Promotions in association with Matchroom Boxing.
According to boxing experts and betting houses, Devin Haney He is the favorite to win, but they also do not completely rule out that Ryan García could surprise. this duel It will mark the first defense of the American’s belt since he took it from Regis Prograis in December and became the champion of two divisions, while King Ry will have the opportunity to be crowned world champion after debuting with a knockout victory over Óscar Duarte in his debut in the category.
Furthermore, the combat would break a years-long rivalry between young boxers They have already faced each other six times as amateurs with three wins for each side.
Devin Haney, also 24 years old, became the undisputed 135-pound champion and decided to move up to 140 pounds to add a new belt against Regis Prograis last December. The American He has an undefeated record of 31 victories, 15 of them by knockout.
For his part, Ryan García, 24, moved up to 140 pounds after his first loss in the sport and He made his successful debut in the new category after knocking out Óscar Duarte to try to be crowned world champion. The Mexican-American boxer has a record of 24 wins (20 by knockout) and one setback in his professional career.
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