Boxer Ryan Garcia missed weight for his upcoming fight with WBC 140-pound champion Devin Haney by a whopping 3 pounds. Despite reassurances that he would make weight, Garcia officially weighed in at 143.2 pounds while Haney was on weight at 140 pounds. As a result, Garcia cannot win the title even if he defeats Haney and will have to pay fines to the New York State Athletic Commission and the champion for exceeding the contracted weight. The details of the fines are still being determined, and Garcia also agreed to pay Haney $1.5 million for exceeding the weight limit.
Garcia’s weight miss caused a stir on social media, with reactions flooding in from various sources. Critics pointed to concerns raised by Garcia’s father at the presser when his son agreed to the weight bet with Haney. Others raised concerns about Garcia’s mental health struggles and the implications for Saturday’s fight. Despite the controversy, the fight between Garcia and Haney will go forward as scheduled. Golden Boy confirmed Garcia’s weight miss and his agreement to honor the bet with Haney.
The build-up to the fight has been eventful, with tensions running high between Garcia and Haney. Haney shoved Garcia in the face during a press event, and his father made aggressive statements about his son’s intentions in the ring. Garcia’s erratic behavior on social media, including posts about various topics and profane attacks on celebrities, has contributed to the intrigue surrounding the fight. Some have speculated that Garcia’s behavior is a ploy to sell the fight, while others express legitimate concerns about underlying issues.
The fight between Garcia and Haney will air on Saturday night on DAZN, with the estimated walk time set for 11pm ET. Despite the unpredictability leading up to the fight, fans are eagerly anticipating the match between the two fighters. With Garcia’s weight miss adding to the drama, Saturday night promises to be a wild and intriguing event in the world of boxing. The unusual build-up to the fight has captured the attention of fans and critics alike, making it one of the most talked-about events in recent boxing history.
