Floyd Mayweather’s Decision To Mentor Ryan Garcia Amid Devin Haney Fight Negotiations Might Backfire at Him if Things Go South

Ryan Garcia now has a formidable force in his corner. The young, surging American boxer, eager to chart his boxing career to glory, has found a mentor in the legendary Floyd Mayweather. The budding dynamic between the two is the talk of the boxing town, and curiosity is piqued with each training update they share. From spending time together to going for an early morning run, they are turning the heads of fans and rivals alike. However, it might have long-lasting effects on their careers, especially ‘Money,’ who runs the risk of gambling away it all.

‘KingRy’ is going through a resurgence in his career after his defeat to Gervonta Davis in April 2023. He made some drastic changes, moved up to 140, and had a perfect comeback after knocking out Oscar Duarte in December. Ryan, 25, has never shied away from picking and pursuing big fights and has currently set his heart on Devin Haney. But the gulf of skills between the two is enormous, and, to fans’ wonder, he has employed a more polished and technical boxer in Floyd Mayweather. While Garcia will learn the art of breaking down a technical fighter, Mayweather will reap the benefits of helping the future boxing star. However, it might go downhill quickly for the boxer-turned-promoter.

Floyd Mayweather switching to Ryan Garcia: Reputation in tatters

For Floyd Mayweather, a star’s potential rests in his ability to put people in seats. It was no surprise when the American promoter listed him among the top three. He has already started to mold Garcia into a better boxer and intends to make him a finished product before his disciple goes to war with Devin Haney.

Mayweather, at 48, enjoys the reputation of being one of the greatest, and his boxing acumen stands second to none. But if he fails to instill some skills in an ever-evolving Garcia, his fame as a trainer will take a hit. Notably, he has trained with ‘The Dream’ in the past and might already be aware of the shortcomings of his style.

Mayweather and Haney are cut from the same cloth as boxers, and guiding Garcia to a victory should be a relatively easier task for him. Garcia has already exhibited signs of expanding his game and weapons in his arsenal, as he employed a Mayweather-esque shoulder roll in his previous fight.

Mayweather has an exciting project in his hands, and if he fumbles with it, he might have to hide his face. That might even put his stature as a promoter and his promotion in jeopardy.

Bringing Ryan Garcia to Mayweather Promotions

What does Ryan Garcia bring to the table that has kept Mayweather on the edge? He is a hot prospect, boasts 11 million social followers, and is a PPV cash cow. His followers are willing to shell out money to purchase his fights on PPV. If he keeps on winning, he will edge past Canelo Álvarez.

With recent contractual frictions with Oscar De La Hoya, Garcia might already be on the lookout. Moreover, he might believe that his current promoter cannot show him the path to becoming the face of boxing. Meanwhile, Mayweather Promotions craves an addition like Garcia.

Garcia is ready to put his faith in Mayweather. If Mayweather helps him pull a heist against Haney, Garcia might be eager to join his stable after ending his chapter with Golden Boy Promotions. Conversely, Mayweather might lose out on Garcia, and the damage will be severe. In addition, Mayweather Promotions will earn themselves a bad name, which Mayweather cannot afford. Gervonta Davis might lose confidence in him amid his friction with Haney.

Picking Gervonta Davis vs. Devin Haney and the tension of the past

It might not be wrong to pinpoint Mayweather’s appeal to Garcia as an extension of the rivalry between ‘Tank’ and Haney. Both Davis and Haney have been at each other’s throats for years. Mayweather used to promote Davis, and he still has a soft spot for him. But that’s not all of it.

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Additionally, Mayweather shares a history with Haney, as the latter trained with Mayweather Sr. Despite their long history and shared tutelage, Haney didn’t sign with Mayweather Promotions. Undoubtedly, Mayweather wanted him under his banner, but Haney wanted to carve his path. Their relations have been sour since. In Garcia, he has an opportunity to show Haney what he missed. If Garcia fails, Mayweather might become very well a failure in Haney’s eyes.

What do you make of Floyd Mayweather extending a helping hand to Ryan Garcia? Do you believe Ryan Garcia will end Devin Haney’s undefeated record with aid from Mayweather? Let us know in the comments below.

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