Ryan Garcia News
Ryan Garcia announces boxing match against Manny Pacquiao is on for late 2024: "Let's get it!"
Josh Evanoff - July 31, 2024
It appears that Ryan Garcia and Manny Pacquiao will collide in an exhibition boxing match later this year. ‘KingRy’ and ‘PacMan’ were in Japan for the massive Super RIZIN 3 card on Saturday. For his part, Manny Pacquiao competed in his second exhibition, facing former K-1 champion Rukiya Anpo. The Japanese kickboxer was recently seen sparring with former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland and wanted to upset the boxing legend.
Terence Crawford shares unique theory behind Ryan Garcia's "Self-destruction"
Curtis Calhoun - July 30, 2024
Boxing superstar Terence Crawford has opened up on Ryan Garcia’s string of controversies outside of the boxing ring this year. Crawford will face Israil Madrimov this Saturday in a WBA super welterweight clash. He returns to the ring for the chance to add another belt to his résumé against another top-tier boxer.
WATCH | Ryan Garcia faces off with Manny Pacquiao after 'PacMan' returns at Super RIZIN 3
Josh Evanoff - July 29, 2024
It appears that a boxing match between the legendary Manny Pacquiao and Ryan Garcia could be next. ‘PacMan’ retired following a unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugas back in August 2021. At 42 years old, and a lifetime of damage from the boxing ring, the decision made sense. Since then, Manny Pacquiao has competed in exhibition contests, similar to his longtime foe Floyd Mayweather. However, he’s since shown interest in a return to the professional ranks.
Ryan Garcia attacks the LGBTQ+ community in recent social media tirade: "Rot in hell"
Curtis Calhoun - July 26, 2024
Polarizing boxing star Ryan Garcia is back at it on social media, targeting the LGBTQ+ community in a recent rant. Garcia has been in hot water in 2024 after a series of controversial incidents outside of the ring. He’s currently serving a one-year suspension after testing positive for Ostarine, a performance enhancer, in a pre-fight drug test associated with his recent win over Devin Haney.
VIDEO | Ryan Garcia accused of breaking into and destroying his ex's home: "Ima' find you!"
Curtis Calhoun - July 9, 2024
Controversial boxing star Ryan Garcia is in more hot water after video clips surfaced online of an alleged break-in at his ex-partner’s home. Garcia’s ex, Andrea Célina, parted ways from the boxing star after a series of disturbing incidents. In recent days, Garcia went on a racist social media rant targeting black people and Muslims and was expelled from the WBC as a result.
Ryan Garcia issues lengthy apology, announces he's entering rehab
Cole Shelton - July 5, 2024
Ryan Garcia has announced he’s entering rehab. Garcia took to social media on Friday, one day after the WBC announced that they had expelled him. In several tweets, Garcia wondered what being expelled even meant, but did apologize for his previous comments.
Ryan Garcia expelled by the WBC boxing following racist rant: “I’m the KKK”
Harry Kettle - July 5, 2024
Controversial boxing star Ryan Garcia has been expelled by the WBC in the wake of a recent racist rant. As we know, Ryan Garcia has been at the heart of many controversial moments over the course of the last few months. While he did manage to defeat Devin Haney in their blockbuster showdown, the bout has now been overturned after Garcia tested positive for a banned substance.
Dan Ige and Ryan Garcia verbally agree to fight at UFC Sphere card in September "No takedowns"
Josh Evanoff - July 3, 2024
UFC featherweight Dan Ige and boxing star Ryan Garcia could meet at the Las Vegas Sphere in September. ’50k’ is fresh off his short-notice return at UFC 303 over the weekend. After Brian Ortega pulled out of his fight against Diego Lopes, Dan Ige stepped up. On just a few hours’ notice, the featherweight contender nearly sprang the upset. However, the Brazilian left the octagon with a unanimous decision victory.
Ryan Garcia responds to “crybaby” Devin Haney after boxing suspension: “Boxing sucks, I’m going to the UFC”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2024
Boxing sensation Ryan Garcia has sent a message to Devin Haney after his recent one-year boxing suspension. Earlier this year, Ryan Garcia shocked the world by defeating Devin Haney. Many considered it to be one of the biggest upsets in recent memory, largely due to how Ryan was acting in the build-up to the fight. Of course, the win was soon covered in controversy as a result of Garcia testing positive for a banned substance.
Devin Haney reacts to Ryan Garcia's boxing suspension, fight being overturned to 'No Contest'
Curtis Calhoun - June 20, 2024
Super lightweight boxing champion Devin Haney has spoken out after his last opponent, Ryan Garcia’s one-year suspension was handed down. The New York State Athletic Commission and Garcia’s legal team agreed to a settlement agreement after the boxer tested positive for Ostarine, a banned substance. Garcia will serve a 12-month suspension, forfeit his $1.1 million contract fight purse from the Haney fight, and a $10k state maximum fine.
Ryan Garcia's victory over Devin Haney overturned, 'KingRy' suspended for one year due to failed drug test
Josh Evanoff - June 20, 2024
Boxing star Ryan Garcia’s victory over Devin Haney in April has been overturned. ‘KingRy’ and ‘The Dream’ faced off in April on DAZN pay-per-view. Despite heading into the contest as a massive underdog, it was a dominant win for Ryan Garcia on fight night. The young superstar scored three knockdowns over the previously unbeaten Haney en route to a decision victory. However, the celebration was short-lived.
Ryan Garcia announces he is officially retired: “Boxing will be alright without me”
Susan Cox - June 20, 2024
Ryan Garcia has announced that he is officially retired from the sport of boxing. Garcia (25 wins (20 by KO) and 1 loss) last fought and defeated Devin Haney (32 wins (15 by KO and 1 loss) this past April.
Ryan Garcia speaks after arrest for felony vandalism: "They are trying to give me medicine"
Josh Evanoff - June 10, 2024
Boxing star Ryan Garcia has taken to social media following his recent arrest. ‘KingRy’ has been out of the boxing ring since his April bout with Devin Haney. Despite entering the contest as a massive underdog, Ryan Garcia wound up scoring three knockdowns over ‘The Dream’. Garcia earned a split-decision victory on fight night, but it’s increasingly looking like the bout will be overturned.
Beverly Hills police issue statement following Ryan Garcia’s arrest for felony vandalism
Harry Kettle - June 10, 2024
The Beverly Hills Police Department has issued a statement following the arrest of boxing superstar Ryan Garcia. As we all know, Ryan Garcia has become something of a controversial figure in recent months. From his performances in the ring to his actions outside of it, nobody knows what he’s going to do next. He’s unpredictable, and in the eyes of many, that’s a big problem.
Devin Haney reacts to Ryan Garcia's positive B sample, goes off on "b****ass" Oscar De La Hoya
Fernando Quiles - May 24, 2024
Devin Haney has spoken out on Ryan Garcia’s positive B sample VADA test, and he has some choice words for Golden Boy Promotions’ Oscar De La Hoya. Haney suffered a majority decision loss to Ryan Garcia back in April, but that result is likely to be changed to a no contest. News broke that “KingRy” failed his drug test for ostarine. The B sample yielded the same result. The next step for Garcia is to send in the supplements he used during his camp and face potential punishment from the New York State Athletic Commission.
Logan Paul sues Ryan Garcia for defamation over allegations about PRIME drink: "No need to lie about the facts"
Josh Evanoff - May 23, 2024
It seems that Logan Paul will be seeing boxing star Ryan Garcia in court sooner rather than later. ‘KingRy’ is fresh off his return to the ring last month in New York City. Facing his longtime rival Devin Haney, the young boxing star dominated. Ryan Garcia scored three knockdowns over ‘The Dream’, earning a decision win after 12 rounds of action. However, that victory will likely be overturned in the coming months.
Eddie Hearn scolds Ryan Garcia following VADA test: "Sometimes this guy acts like an idiot"
Fernando Quiles - May 21, 2024
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn doesn’t believe Ryan Garcia has handled himself well in the aftermath of his failed VADA test. Hearn promoted Devin Haney for his showdown with Ryan Garcia back in April. While Garcia won the fight via majority decision, “KingRy” was flagged for ostarine. Garcia awaits the results of his B sample, and if that sample proves not to be clean then the former interim WBC lightweight champion will be facing a suspension, a fine, and his win over Haney being changed to a no contest.
Watch: Sean O'Malley and Ryan Garcia's heated FaceTime call as fight talks ramp up: 'I will murder you!"
Curtis Calhoun - May 16, 2024
Sean O’Malley and Ryan Garcia came face-to-face as talks of a potential crossover fight ramp up. Well, sort of.