Columnist Teddy Atlas shared his opinion on the main fight of April. Over the weekend, hard-hitting American Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) knocked down and beat WBC 63 kg champion compatriot Devin Haney (31-1, 15 KOs). Subcutaneous box. Garcia beat Haney for the 4th time – fight report On the eve of the fight, Garcia shocked with his behavior. There were even rumors that the fighter had problems with alcohol addiction. However, after the fight Ryan confirmed this.
Atlas’s Take: “I don’t think Garcia was ‘playing’ leading up to the fight. But he needed some element of madness in the run-up to the fight. And already in the ring he was bigger, faster and stronger. Do you know what the main madness is here? The fact is that Garcia only exploded sporadically – a few rounds and a few flashes. And this played into his hands. After all, Haney felt a false sense of security. He was taken by surprise. And more than once.”
Atlas points out that Haney usually boxes differently: “He stagnated in the zone of possible defeat, did not use jabs, relied on accentuated power strikes. He doesn’t box like that. It’s not him. Not his style. To borrow a quote from Floyd, “Devin decided it would be easy money.” Another factor is that weight loss appeared on Devin. Ryan ignored her, and this played into his hands. And all the madness that Garcia unleashed before the fight led to the fact that Haney’s team was already looking behind Ryan’s back with might and main. They were sure it would be a piece of cake.”
Atlas doubts that “we’ll ever see a rematch. But if it does happen, then rest assured, this time they will force Ryan to make weight. I want to give credit to both. Devin for your brave heart and determination. After all, he not only tried to survive in the ring. He tried to win until the last moment.”
Give both credit, and give Haney props for great heart & resolve, not only surviving but still trying to win at all times. #GarciaHaney #HaneyGarcia
— Teddy Atlas (@TeddyAtlasReal) April 21, 2024
Garcia completed his performances in the super lightweight division and named his desired opponent. It was unexpected
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