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Ryan Garcia Upset After Cancelled Fight Against Devin Haney
Ryan Garcia, the North American super featherweight boxing champion, has faced the disappointing fallout over a canceled fight against Devin Haney by…
Ryan Garcia, the North American super featherweight boxing champion, has faced the disappointing fallout over a canceled fight against Devin Haney by the New York Commission.
The unbeaten boxing starlet from Victorville, California, was left distraught following the sudden decision, which has become a significant talking point in the sports world.
Renowned for his exceptional speed and strategic acumen in the ring, Garcia was scheduled to face another top contender in a much-anticipated match in New York. The cancellation came as an unexpected blow to Garcia, his team, and the world of boxing fans eagerly awaiting the showdown.
“The New York Commission’s decision to cancel the fight came as a shock to us all,” said Garcia in a recent briefing, visibly upset over the sudden events. It is an unusual setback likely to have significant implications on the future trajectory of Garcia’s flourishing career.
Ryan Garcia is suffering from a mental breakdown
Ahead of his fight against Emmanuel Tagoe, boxing star Garcia detailed the depression and mental health struggles he has had to overcome.
Ryan Garcia’s Fight Cancelled against Devin Haney. (Credit: Instagram)
During an appearance on Inside Boxing Live with Dan Canobbio, the boxer said he had suicidal thoughts at one point:
“When I was deep in it, I didn’t think I was gonna live,” Garcia said. “I was so depressed and I got into bad habits. I started drinking, and I never drink, ever. But I was getting drunk all the time. I wanted to kill myself at one point.”
He had been scheduled to fight Javier Fortuna in July 2021, but he pulled out of the fight in April 2021 because he was suffering from depression and anxiety.
He said then that he was seeking professional help to become “a stronger version of myself.”
Dillon Danis expressed his concern that Garcia was experiencing stresses, including the Haney fight. “Mental health is really important. If Garcia is genuinely struggling, he deserves all the support he can get. I’m here to help out in whatever way I can. Hang in there and get well soon, champ!”
Garcia has been open about his mental health struggles in the past. In 2021, he withdrew from a highly anticipated fight to focus on his mental health, demonstrating his commitment to prioritizing his well-being over his career. His openness about these challenges has been praised for bringing attention to mental health issues in sports and helping to destigmatize mental health struggles among athletes and the broader public.
Ryan Garcia rants about Logan Paul, KSI, and Mike Majak
In a video released on his Instagram account, Garcia said that “anyone who drinks ‘Prime’ (the drink produced by Paul and KSI) is working for Satanic because you’re giving them money so they can keep creating this; you’re giving them power; it’s sick.”
He said that the drink tasted like “shit” and contained horrible chemicals. “Prime tastes like straight shit. Prime tastes like straight shit. Anybody who’s drank that, that shit tastes like a**,” he said.
He said that Logan Paul was an agent of Satanic, and those who purchased the Prime drink from his company were also serving “Satanic” as they were enabling Paul to make more money. He went on to highlight the difference between alcohol and Prime Drink. He said that while alcohol claims it kills you, Prime claims it’s a healthy drink, but it’s still killing you.
Recently, Logan Paul and KSI talked about Garcia on the Impulsive podcast. Their comments rubbed Garcia the wrong way. As such, Garcia went live on X’s space and spoke to various people to expose the energy drink brand.
Brief Career Highlights
Garcia had a prolific amateur career, boasting a record of 215 wins and 15 losses. His amateur accolades helped establish a solid foundation for his transition into the professional ranks.
He turned professional at the age of 17 in June 2016, winning his first fight by TKO. He quickly made a name for himself in the lightweight division. Known for his charismatic personality and marketability, he gained a significant following early in his career. Under the guidance of Golden Boy Promotions, his career flourished, showcasing his talent against increasingly notable opponents.
He captured the NABF Junior super featherweight title in September 2017, a sign of his growing stature in the sport. Over the next few years, he continued to win fights, often by knockout, demonstrating his skill and power against increasingly tough competition.
One of his most significant fights came in January 2021 against Luke Campbell for the interim WBC Lightweight Title. He faced adversity, getting knocked down for the first time in his career, but he bounced back to win the fight by TKO with a body shot in the seventh round. This victory was a pivotal moment in his career, proving his resilience and championship potential.
On February 24, 2023, it was announced that Garcia would face Gervonta Davis on April 22, in Las Vegas, Nevada, in a 136 lbs catchweight contest. Davis connected with a left hook in the seventh round that didn’t appear to register a big impact on Garcia initially.
Then Garcia fell to one knee and couldn’t get back to his feet as the referee made the count. Garcia had trouble breathing when he was unable to answer the referee’s 10-count against Gervonta Davis on Saturday night. This was the first loss of Garcia’s professional career.
At the Toyota Center in Texas on December 2, 2023, he faced Oscar Duarte. Winning the fight by KO in the 8th round, he landed a combination late in the round, rendering Duarte unable to beat the referee’s count.