Ryan Garcia Knocks Himself Out of Title Contention
Overweight Garcia Honored Press, Haney Remains Heavy Favorite
Garcia's Weight Woes
Lightweight contender Ryan Garcia has made it impossible for himself to win the WBC lightweight title on Friday night. The 25-year-old Garcia weighed in at 142 pounds, a whopping 32 pounds over the lightweight limit of 135 pounds. Despite the massive weight discrepancy, Garcia honored his press commitment and did not withdraw from the fight.
Boxing Odds Reflect Garcia's Disadvantage
Unsurprisingly, boxing odds heavily favor Devin Haney, the reigning WBC lightweight champion. Haney is listed as a -750 favorite, while Garcia is a massive 500 underdog. These odds reflect Garcia's significant weight disadvantage and the fact that he has never fought at 142 pounds before.
Haney's Dedication and Sharpness
In contrast to Garcia, Haney is known for his dedication and sharpness in the ring. The 23-year-old has a perfect record of 28-0 and has never lost a round as a professional. Haney has also shown his punching power in recent fights, with five of his last six victories coming by knockout.
Fight Card and Odds
The complete fight card for Haney vs. Garcia is as follows:
- Main Event: Devin Haney (c) vs. Ryan Garcia - WBC Lightweight Title Fight
- Co-Main Event: Mikaela Mayer vs. Jennifer Han - WBO Female Lightweight Title Fight
- Undercard: Luis Ortiz vs. Andy Ruiz Jr. - Heavyweight Bout
Check back all week long for the latest news, features, and other updates on this highly anticipated fight.
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