Combat sports rivalries have a unique intensity that often outlives the final showdown. Legends like Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, or Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, have proven that these feuds can grow even fiercer with time. A similar dynamic exists between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney. As Christmas approaches, Garcia reignites the rivalry by taking a jab at Haney, calling him his “son.”
Garcia escalated his rivalry with Haney by sharing an AI-generated picture on X. The image shows Garcia holding Haney as a child, with a caption mocking Haney’s defense and playfully referring to him as his son. ‘KingRy’ mentioned enjoying the holidays while teasing Haney about asking Santa for help with his technique. He added that Haney could relax this Christmas without worrying about left hooks.
In his words, “Enjoying the holidays with my son. He asked Santa to teach him to keep his right hand up. I love you son don’t worry no left hooks this Christmas.”
Enjoying the holidays with my son
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) December 18, 2024
He asked Santa to teach him to keep his right hand up
I love you son don’t worry no left hooks this Christmas pic.twitter.com/Le8KP9wR6c
Garcia clearly holds bitterness despite his win against Haney, which was overshadowed by his subsequent PED ban. Now, he’s keeping the rivalry alive, fueling tension to ensure their potential 2025 rematch garners massive attention once his suspension ends. By stoking the feud, Garcia is setting the stage for what could be one of the biggest events of the next year, drawing fans eager to see the drama unfold inside the ring.
Ryan Garcia Addresses Postponed Year-End Fight With Rukiya Anpo After Injury Setback
Garcia’s exhibition match against Rukiya Anpo, set for December 30 in Tokyo, has been postponed. The 26-year-old injured his wrist while training in Dallas and had to return to Los Angeles for treatment. FANMIO, the event promoter with RIZIN, confirmed the fight will now happen early next year. Garcia apologized to fans, saying this delay is only temporary and he was disappointed but focused on recovery. His return to the ring will have to wait as he works on healing up for the matchup.
Meanwhile, it’s like Garcia’s next fight will be a rematch with Devin Haney, likely in April. This time, Garcia is determined to avoid controversy and win decisively, especially since they changed his first victory to a no-contest because he tested positive for ostarine. Fans are eager for a fresh start.
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