Ryan Garcia Seemingly Blames Devin Haney for Recent Debacle, Shares Tentative Date and Early Prediction for Potential Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero Bout

Ryan Garcia’s recent remarks have stirred the pot anew. Why did Garcia abruptly pivot from Devin Haney to Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero? His interview with Andrew Capucetti of Inside Fighting raised eyebrows. Garcia, known for his bluntness, hints at a deeper saga. He talks of PPV numbers, perceived slights, and career strategies.

He blames Haney for their bout’s collapse. Garcia’s confident, and almost dismissive tone towards both Haney and Romero is intriguing. This shift has fans and critics alike buzzing. What’s behind Garcia’s sudden change of heart?

Garcia announces a tentative date for the showdown

Diving into the heart of the matter, Ryan Garcia’s interview revealed significant insights into his recent decision-making. Garcia opened up about the shift from Devin Haney to Rolando Romero, a move that has been the subject of much speculation. “First you wanted Devin Haney, but now you’re on to Rolly?” Capucetti asked, setting the stage for Garcia’s explanation. Garcia responded with certainty, “Yeah, Devin lost his shot. He thought it was Haney-Garcia. He should’ve known it was Garcia-Haney.”

The interviewer probed further, touching on the topic of marketability, “He thought he was the A-side?” Garcia’s reply was straightforward and focused on the business aspects, “He did 35 thousand PPV Buys. He can take that to fight Richardson Hitchins. Devin Haney vs Richardson Hitchins. I’m helping him out, giving him the next move.”

Shifting the conversation towards Romero, Capucetti asked, “So Rolly is kind of the one who wanted this deal?” Garcia’s answer was a mix of acknowledgment and a hint of serendipity, “Yeah, he got lucky.” The interviewer’s comment, “Rolly always somehow finds a way,” led to a candid response from Garcia, “Rolly just rolls into sh*t.” This offhand remark added a layer of casual bravado to the interview.

Addressing the potential magnitude of the fight for Romero, Capucetti inquired, “This might be the biggest fight of Rolly’s Career?” To which Garcia confidently affirmed, “For sure!” As for the fight’s outcome, Garcia did not mince words, “I destroy that man. I see his eyes closed.” His prediction was clear and unambiguous.

Finally, discussing the timeline, Capucetti sought clarity, “Is this like a February, March fight? When do you see this fight happening?” Garcia, with a sense of certainty, concluded, “I believe this fight is gonna be in May, like May 5th”. This statement not only set a tentative date for the bout but also heightened anticipation among boxing fans.

Why did Ryan choose Rolly? Let’s find out what he’s said

Ryan Garcia lays out his plan

Following the announcement by Ryan before Romero took to social media to share a fight poster, signaling a Spring 2024 showdown. Garcia, not shy of expressing his rationale, explained this strategic choice. “After what happens to Rollies, the dev [Devin] fight will be there and even bigger,” he stated, suggesting that this path would ultimately lead to a more significant bout with Haney.

Despite facing criticism, Garcia believes his decision is the best for his career. He even advised Haney to take on Richardson Hitchins in the interim, assertively claiming, “I don’t need you, dev [Devin] you need me.” This bold move underlines Garcia’s confidence and strategic thinking in navigating his career trajectory.

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So, will Garcia’s gamble pay off in the long run, and how will this decision shape the future of these prominent boxers?

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