Ryan Garcia stuns Devin Haney with upset victory at Barclays Center

In a thrilling showdown at the Barclays Center, Ryan Garcia pulled off a stunning upset over Devin Haney, securing a majority decision victory after knocking his opponent down three times during the fight. Despite missing the light-welterweight limit, Garcia’s impressive performance silenced any doubts about his readiness for the bout.

Garcia’s dominance in the seventh, 10th, and 11th rounds earned him the win, with two judges scoring the fight 115-109 and 114-110 in his favor. While a third judge saw it as a draw at 112-112, Garcia’s resilience and determination ultimately paid off, marking his 25th victory in 26 professional fights.

On the other hand, Haney, the former undisputed world lightweight champion, suffered his first defeat in 32 fights, acknowledging his disappointment with his performance but showcasing his fighting spirit after being knocked down multiple times.

In his post-fight interview, Garcia addressed the skepticism surrounding his mental state, stating, “You guys overegg everything.” He expressed interest in a rematch with Haney, emphasizing that he deserves a shot at redemption given the circumstances of the fight.

The images captured during the intense battle between Garcia and Haney tell the story of determination, resilience, and triumph. Despite not being eligible to claim the WBC title due to missing weight, Garcia’s victory solidified his status as a formidable contender in the light-welterweight division.

As the boxing world continues to buzz with excitement over Garcia’s impressive win, fans can look forward to more thrilling matchups in the future. Stay tuned for more updates and don’t miss out on the action as Fury vs Usyk goes live on Sky Sports Box Office on May 18.