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Photo: Ryan Garcia, Jake Paul / Instagram   Ryan Garcia , the boxing star nicknamed "King Ryan," says he’s ready to fight Jake Paul —if one key condition is met. Garcia, currently serving a one-year ban , plans to return to the ring in 2025 and is eyeing a blockbuster matchup with the YouTuber-turned-boxer. Garcia’s ban came after his April fight with Devin Haney , where he originally won on points. However, two failed doping tests during fight week turned the result into a no contest , leading to a suspension from the New York State Athletic Commission. Now, Garcia is looking for a big fight to mark his comeback, and Jake Paul is on his radar. Paul recently made headlines with a controversial win over boxing legend Mike Tyson , which caught Garcia’s attention. Garcia said he’d love to defend Tyson’s honor but shared one condition for the fight while speaking on The Ariel Helwani Show. Photo: Ryan Garcia / Instagram   “185 [pounds] is the weight for the fight,” Garcia said...

Photo: Devin Haney (Instagram) Boxer Devin Haney has filed a lawsuit against Ryan Garcia , accusing him of battery, fraud, and unjust enrichment. This comes after their controversial fight on April 20, where Garcia won but later faced issues due to missing weight and testing positive for a banned substance. Garcia’s win was overturned, and the fight was declared a no-contest, restoring Haney's undefeated record at 31-0. Now, Haney’s team is taking legal action, claiming Garcia caused harm to Haney’s career and reputation. The lawsuit argues that Garcia broke the rules by testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs and missing weight. Haney's lawyer said that Haney would not have fought if he knew Garcia was using banned substances. Photo: Devin Haney (Instagram) Garcia has already been fined $1.1 million and suspended for a year by the New York State Athletic Commission. He also had to pay Haney $600,000 after failing to make weight for the fight. Garcia responded to t...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Ryan Garcia is facing another scandal. This time, boxer Oscar Duarte has accused him of using banned performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in their December 2023 fight, which Garcia won by knockout in the eighth round. Duarte found it "strange" that Garcia, who was initially overweight at their first face-off, managed to cut weight quickly and appeared more athletic within a month. He believes this was due to cheating. Duarte said, "Ryan did use banned substances. A month before, he looked fat, and by the weigh-in, he was very thin. It seemed strange to me that it happened so fast." In their fight, Garcia knocked out Duarte in the eighth round. Duarte was unable to get up before the referee's count ended. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Despite these accusations, Garcia passed the anti-doping tests for the fight. However, four months later, he tested positive for Ostarine in tests before his fight with Devin Haney . As a result, Garcia w...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Ryan Garcia is going through one of the toughest times of his life. He admits much of his struggle is due to his own actions, and his mental state isn't right. Substance abuse is believed to be the main issue. To get help, Garcia has decided to enter a rehab program. Before doing so, he shared a final training video, sending a strong message to other boxers. Garcia hopes to come back stronger after his rehab and suspension. He believes his return will be intimidating for his competitors, saying they have awakened a "different warrior." Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Rehab and suspension are strong motivations for Garcia to get back on track. He knows he must fulfill the promises he made to his family and the boxing organizations. Garcia's last fight was a win against Devin Haney , but it was changed to a no contest after Garcia failed drug tests . If he returns to the ring, his first fight will likely be against a less challenging opponen...

Photo: Instagram/Julio Cesar Chavez Ryan Garcia , the young boxing star, has been facing a series of setbacks. Recently, his father and trainer, Henry Garcia, expressed concerns about Ryan's emotional health and increasing alcohol use. Despite achieving a major victory by knocking out Devin Haney , Ryan's troubles soon followed. Garcia was expelled from the WBC after addiction issues and a positive doping test from his fight against Haney. He also failed to make weight for the match, which meant he couldn’t win the WBC super lightweight title and was fined heavily. Though Garcia has publicly apologized and promised to start rehabilitation, many in the boxing community are worried. They doubt if Garcia truly understands the seriousness of his actions and the urgent need for rehab. Photo: Instagram/Julio Cesar Chavez Boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez, who has battled addiction himself, reached out to Garcia with a heartfelt message on his X account. "I also went through w...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Ryan Garcia, the 25-year-old boxing star, has spoken out after being arrested for felony vandalism at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Beverly Hills. Following his arrest, Garcia was taken to a local hospital for medical care, though his condition remains unknown. Garcia's publicist, Sarah Fink, released a statement on Sunday in which Garcia addressed his recent struggles. "Y'all know I’ve been dealing with incredible stress, pressure, and now the devastating news of my mom’s health," he said. Last week, Garcia’s mother, Lisa, revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer, adding to the boxer’s challenges. In addition to his personal struggles, Garcia faces a possible suspension after testing positive for a banned substance before and after his April 20 fight against Devin Haney . His legal team claims the positive tests were due to contaminated supplements. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Leading up to his fight against Haney, Garcia disp...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Boxing star Ryan Garcia was arrested on Saturday for felony vandalism after a Beverly Hills hotel accused him of causing an estimated $15,000 in damage, according to the Beverly Hills Police Department. The incident occurred at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, where a driver who dropped Garcia off called the police. The hotel decided to press charges when the police arrived, though the specific details of the damage and Garcia's actions were not immediately clear. After being booked at the Beverly Hills Police Department jail, Garcia reportedly complained of a medical issue and was transferred to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for evaluation and treatment. Garcia's attorney, Darin Chavez, stated that Garcia might also face charges for public intoxication. Chavez explained that Garcia has been dealing with difficult news about his mother's health, which has added to his struggles with mental health. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia "Ryan has bee...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Ryan Garcia , a rising star in boxing, has threatened to leave the sport after both of his B samples tested positive for banned performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). This news comes from boxing writer Dan Rafael, who reported on Thursday that Garcia’s B samples confirmed the initial positive results for Ostarine, a prohibited substance. The positive results stem from tests conducted before and after Garcia’s victory over Devin Haney on April 20. Garcia won by a majority decision in a surprising upset, despite missing weight by 3.2 pounds and facing questions about his mental state . When the first positive results emerged on May 1, Garcia maintained his innocence . Following the latest confirmation, he reacted strongly on social media, saying, “Let’s go we positive. Positive vibes bruh. Yess so happy,” in now-deleted posts. He added, “I F***ING LOVE STEROIDS. I don’t care I’ll never make money again with boxing. Your loss not mine for setting me up lo...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Today, Ryan Garcia ’s B-sample was opened in front of his representative, but the results won't be revealed right away.  It may take a few days for the outcome to be known, partly because of the Memorial Day weekend. Garcia had tested positive for the banned substance ostarine in tests conducted by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) on April 19 and April 20, just before his fight with Devin Haney . Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia In response to the positive test, Haney has asked the New York State Athletic Commission to reverse the fight's decision. Garcia firmly denies any wrongdoing. While sometimes results are available sooner, the holiday weekend could cause a delay in this case. Read Next: Khalil Rountree Jr. Suspended 2 Months For Doping Violation, Faces Possible Additional Penalty In Nevada Source: Boxing Scene  

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Boxer Ryan Garcia has vehemently denied accusations of knowingly using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), claiming the positive test results were part of an "inside job." Garcia expressed his intention to have the "B" samples tested to clear his name, stating, "I don’t cheat, bro, this is God-given." The Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) reported that Garcia tested positive for ostarine, a banned substance, leading up to his recent fight against Devin Haney . Garcia dismissed the possibility of contamination from supplements, suggesting foul play and implicating Victor Conte, former head of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-operative (BALCO), in influencing the results. Conte, however, refuted Garcia's claims of involvement, stating he is independent of VADA despite his role as a supplement provider and conditioning advisor to various fighters. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Garcia believes the positive test is a coordinat...

Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney Devin Haney 's camp, led by promoter Eddie Hearn, is calling for a no-contest ruling on his recent loss to Ryan Garcia .  Garcia's victory on April 20th has been clouded by controversy after he tested positive for a banned substance, ostarine, prior to the fight.  Adding to the controversy, Garcia weighed in three pounds over the agreed limit. Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney Hearn expressed Haney's frustration, stating that regardless of Garcia's innocence or guilt, having performance-enhancing drugs in his system casts doubt on the fairness of the match.  Hearn, drawing from his experience with fighters who faced similar situations, emphasized the importance of Garcia and his promoter, Oscar De La Hoya , proving his innocence to the New York State Athletic Commission.  Until then, Haney's camp insists on the fight being declared a no-contest, highlighting the challenges faced by boxers in clearing their names in such situations. Read Nex...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Ryan Garcia ’s victory over Devin Haney is under scrutiny following reports of a positive test for a banned performance-enhancing drug.  Garcia, who secured a majority decision win over Haney, allegedly tested positive for Ostarine in a test conducted by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association prior to the fight. The 25-year-old boxer now faces a crucial period where he can request that his B-sample be tested within 10 days. Additionally, there are unconfirmed reports stating that Garcia’s initial test also showed traces of 19-norandrosterone, another banned substance. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Garcia's victory, which saw him deliver three knockdowns against Haney, took place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Although the WBC super lightweight title was at stake, Garcia missed weight by 3.2 pounds during the weigh-in, allowing Haney to retain the title despite the defeat. In response to the allegations, Devin Haney’s father expressed outrage, accus...

Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney Devin Haney will hold onto his WBC super lightweight title even after his recent loss to Ryan Garcia .  This decision comes from Mauricio Sulaiman, the head of the WBC, which is different from what usually happens. The title wasn't at stake for Garcia because he didn't make the weight on Friday.  Still, many thought Haney could lose the title if he lost the fight. Even though Haney lost and was knocked down three times, the WBC decided he would keep the title. They pointed to a similar situation from 2005 as their reason. Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney In that case, Castillo missed the weight but still won by knockout. They were supposed to have another fight in 2006, but it got canceled when Castillo missed the weight again. In most sports, this decision might seem odd. But in boxing, these things happen sometimes. People expected the title to be vacant if Haney lost. Why the WBC didn't clarify this earlier is a mystery. Congratulations to Ryan ...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia In a shocking turn of events, Ryan Garcia proved his doubters wrong with a stunning victory over Devin Haney at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Despite weeks of bizarre behavior leading up to the fight, Garcia emerged victorious with a three-knockdown majority decision. "Come on guys, you really thought I was crazy?" Garcia laughed after the fight. His unexpected antics, including missing weight and unusual social media posts, had many questioning his mental state. However, Garcia's performance in the ring silenced the critics. Haney, who was the favorite going into the fight, admitted to being caught off guard by Garcia's left hook. Despite their history as amateur opponents, Haney couldn't avoid Garcia's powerful punches. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney   Garcia's antics continued right up to fight night, with him inviting violinists to play in his locker room and putting on his gloves two hours before the fig...

Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Ryan Garcia failed to make weight for his scheduled 140-pound super lightweight title fight against Devin Haney this Saturday.  Haney tweeted that Garcia was three pounds over the limit, confirmed by boxing reporter Dan Rafael, who reported Garcia's weight at 143.2 pounds. Due to missing weight, Garcia won't be able to compete for the title. However, both fighters are reportedly renegotiating the terms of their contract. Rafael stated they made a financial agreement to proceed with the fight. Photo: Instagram/Ryan Garcia Haney revealed that Garcia agreed to pay him $500,000 for each pound over the limit. Despite the informal nature of the agreement, Haney confirmed Garcia would honor it, paying him $1.5 million. Garcia, known for his success at 135 pounds, has recently moved up in weight class. His last fight in December was at 143 pounds, making it challenging for him to meet the 140-pound requirement for the Haney bout. Ryan 3 pounds over.. 🤦🏽...

Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney Devin Haney strongly disagrees with Mayweather Promotions CEO Leonard Ellerbe when it comes to the timing of a potential fight between himself and Gervonta "Tank" Davis . He firmly believes that a showdown between him and Tank is currently the most significant event in the world of boxing and doesn't require years of marination to maximize its financial potential. He criticizes the Mayweather Promotions approach, which often delays big fights involving their star fighters, preventing fans from witnessing the matchups they desire. Haney points out that this strategy worked for Floyd Mayweather against Manny Pacquiao but wasn't satisfying for fans who paid a hefty price for a less-than-exciting bout. The frustration extends to Tank Davis, who has yet to face top-tier opponents despite his ten-year professional career. Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney Haney raises questions about Showtime Boxing's future if Davis continues to avoid fights ...

Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney The WBC president, Mauricio Sulaiman, has issued a Friday deadline, July 21st, for Devin Haney to make a critical decision regarding his next fight. Haney, currently holding the WBC lightweight title, must choose between moving up to the 140-pound division to challenge WBC champion Regis Prograis or staying at 135 to defend against mandatory challenger Shakur Stevenson . Seemingly, Haney has already made up his mind, expressing a clear intention to face the WBC light welterweight champion, Prograis. In response to Prograis' inquiry about their potential fight in November, Haney confidently interjected, stating it would happen in October. Photo: Instagram/Devin Haney Haney's decision to face Prograis stems from a belief that the champion's skills have deteriorated, with signs of sluggish footwork and declining abilities. Prograis' lackluster victory over Danielito Zorrilla in his last bout further supports Haney's confidence in this ma...

Photo: Instagram/Shakur Stevenson Shakur Stevenson has recently disclosed that he turned down an initial offer to face Devin Haney in the ring. Stevenson, a former featherweight and super-featherweight world champion, secured a victory in his lightweight debut in April and now seeks a shot at the unified champion. Haney currently holds all four world titles in the division, namely the WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO belts. Following his close win over Vasyl Lomachenko in May, Haney has expressed interest in moving up in weight for his next bout. As a free agent after completing his three-fight contract with Bob Arum's Top Rank promotion, Haney has the flexibility to carefully consider his options. Photo: Instagram/Shakur Stevenson Nevertheless, if he decides to remain at lightweight, there are significant potential matchups awaiting him, including fights against Gervonta Davis , represented by Al Haymon's PBC, and Stevenson, represented by Arum's Top Rank. Given the circumstances...