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Flashing fists and… bell bottoms? Ryan Garcia’s training for his mega-fight against Devin Haney has sparked a social media frenzy, but not for his lightning-fast punches. A recent Instagram post showcasing his workout routine went viral, and it wasn’t his technique that had everyone talking.

Garcia, known for his flamboyant style, donned a unique training outfit that has divided fans and prompted a hilarious comment from fellow boxer Shakur Stevenson. With the April 20th lightweight title clash at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center fast approaching, will Garcia trade in his statement pants for a more traditional fight night look?

This is how Ryan Garcia wakes up

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In a video posted to his Instagram account, Ryan Garcia offered a glimpse into his training regimen for the highly anticipated fight against Devin Haney. The clip featured Garcia working the reflex bag, showcasing his lightning-fast combinations. However, it was his attire that truly captivated viewers. Garcia sported a white compression shirt, a choice perhaps expected from a boxer in training. But paired with the shirt were beige bell bottom pants, a bold fashion statement that ignited a firestorm of comments.

Garcia captioned the post with a blend of religious affirmations and fight promotion: “This is how I wake up in the morning. This clone can box. Not a clone but I do have JESUS ✝️ @daznboxing get your tickets to my fight you won’t want to miss this I’m bringing the energy as if I was mad into the ring. LOVE JESUS, I LOVE JESUS, I’m STRONG YOU ARE STRONG I LOVE YOU FATHER IN HEAVEN HOLY SPIRIT THANK YOU THE SPIRIT OF TRUTH I LOVE YOU.”

Fellow boxer Shakur Stevenson didn’t hold back on expressing his disapproval of Garcia’s training attire. With a playful jab, Stevenson commented, “If u don’t go switch them weird a** pants out.” This brief but pointed comment highlights the camaraderie and banter that exists among athletes.

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Ryan now finally seems focused on the fight. His trainer, Derrick James, not so long ago talked about how he could beat Devin Haney.

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How Garcia’s trainer plans to disrupt Haney’s “educated” style

In a revealing insight into their game plan, Ryan Garcia’s trainer, Derrick James, opened up about how they intend to confront Devin Haney’s distinctive fighting style in the much-anticipated bout. Acknowledging the uniqueness of Haney’s approach, James remarked, “Devin is a good boxer, man. He’s very educated with his jab, and he’s able to create all these aspects of boxing.”

Emphasizing the need for Garcia to push Haney out of his comfort zone, James detailed their strategy, saying, “So, for me, I just had to not let him be himself. I mean cuz if you let someone be themselves, [they] have the time of their lives.” This approach signifies a deliberate plan to disrupt Haney’s rhythm and prevent him from leveraging his boxing intellect.

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Read more: “The Fight Is Yours”: Devin Haney Mastering His Jab in Recent Training Clip Leaves Fans Excited

Will Garcia’s strategy to disrupt Haney’s comfort zone tilt the scales in his favor, or will Haney’s boxing acumen prevail?