Not Trying to Take Credit Away, Shakur Stevenson Remains Brutally Honest About Ryan Garcia’s Performance in Gervonta Davis Loss

When Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis squared off in the ring, boxing fans were in for a treat. It was anticipated that the two young, gifted fighters would put on a show, and they did not disappoint. Davis prevailed via a knockout in the seventh round, but Ryan Garcia didn’t seem to be at the top of his game.

A fellow professional boxer named Shakur Stevenson recently shared his opinions on the bout, and his remarks created quite a stir in the boxing world. While Stevenson claims he is not trying to take credit away from Davis, his comments were brutally honest about Garcia’s performance.

Shakur Stevenson’s candid comments on Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia fight

Shakur Stevenson, the WBO featherweight world champion, recently shared his thoughts on the highly anticipated boxing match between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia. Stevenson did not mince his words when asked about Garcia’s performance.

Stevenson stated that he believed Davis looked sharp and boxed really well. He was impressed with Davis’s ability to pick up on Garcia’s repetitive left hook and exploit it. However, Stevenson was not impressed with Garcia’s performance and did not think he was on the same level as Davis. He commented that Garcia was not aware of his distance and kept looking for one left hook throughout the fight, which made him predictable and easy for Davis to counter.

Boxer Chris Algieri defends Ryan Garcia’s efforts in Gervonta Davis fight

Chris Algieri’s defense of Ryan Garcia’s performance in the Gervonta Davis fight came in response to critics who suggested Garcia should have gotten up after being knocked down. Algieri argued that Garcia showed heart and determination in the fight, and went out trying to win.

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He also criticised individuals who judge boxers from the comfort of their couches, stating they should only speak out if they had actually fought. Algieri’s remarks support a view frequently held by boxing insiders, according to which detractors who have never entered the ring are unable to truly appreciate the bravery and talent needed to fight at the highest level of the sport.

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Are fighters like Ryan Garcia really ready for the top level, or do they still have more to learn and prove? And should we give credit to fighters like Gervonta Davis who are able to capitalize on their opponent’s weaknesses and emerge victorious?