The anticipation for the WBC super lightweight title bout is mounting as Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney prepare to face each other on April 20. This will not be their first meeting in the ring; the two boxers have a history dating back to their amateur days, with each claiming three victories out of their six encounters. The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling addition to their storied rivalry.
In the lead-up to the fight, Ryan Garcia, also known as ‘KingRy,’ has exhibited some erratic behavior, sparking concerns about his readiness for the event. However, his recent reduction in online activity suggests that he is now concentrating on the upcoming match. Boxing enthusiasts and experts alike are closely watching the fighters’ preparations, including Boxing Hall of Famer Roy Jones Jr., who shared his insights on the matchup in an interview with Fight Hub TV.
Roy Jones Jr. emphasized the importance of Garcia diversifying his fighting techniques beyond his renowned left hook. He advised, “He’s got to use more weapons. He can’t just depend on the left hook. Everybody knows about your left hook now. If it’s just your left hook, that shouldn’t work because, like ‘Tank’ said it, if all you’ve got is a left hook you’re not going to beat me. And he didn’t. Once again, Devin understands that… He should develop a few more weapons so people aren’t just looking for the left hook. They don’t know where it’s coming from.”
The financial aspects of the fight have also garnered attention, particularly the purse split between the two fighters. Devin Haney, who captured the WBC super lightweight title from Regis Prograis, will be defending his title against Garcia. Despite being the champion and entering the fight as a heavy favorite, Haney has agreed to a smaller share of the purse. According to comments made by Haney’s father on the Remy’s Corner Tawks podcast, the split will be 55/45 in favor of Garcia. This information was conveyed by Michael Benson, the boxing editor at TalkSPORT, who posted the details on the social platform X.
As the fight approaches, fans and analysts are debating the potential outcomes, with some questioning whether Garcia has the arsenal to overcome Haney. The discussion is ongoing, with opinions divided on Garcia’s ability to adapt and bring more to the ring than his signature left hook. The excitement is palpable, with the boxing community eagerly awaiting the showdown to see who will emerge victorious and claim the WBC super lightweight title.
