Two weeks ago, Ryan Garcia let the world know that his team had touched base with Devin Haney for a fight. The move followed his resounding win over Oscar Duarte early in December. The bout was a comeback of sorts for the 25-year-old boxing sensation after the career-first defeat to Gervonta Davis in April.
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Devin Haney duly acknowledged Team Garcia’s reach out. The duo knows each other well from their amateur days. Reportedly, both fought six bouts, with the outcome split equally. Per available reports, negotiation talks have seemingly begun. So understandably, fans are eagerly waiting to hear the latest developments on the big fight. Perhaps even a hint that the fight is on might put them at ease. Bernard Hopkins, who, along with Oscar De La Hoya, manages Ryan Garcia, shared some information while speaking with Fight Hub TV.
Bernard Hopkins: No misleading optimism
Revealing how he, just like others, wanted to see the Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney fight take place, ‘B-Hop’ informed that the conversations were taking place. He said, “But you know, I…I don’t want to tell the fans that it’s definitely going to happen. I’ll tell the fans that talks are being talked about….uh business…”
As could be expected Hopkins, at the current stage, may want to keep the cards close to his chest. However, many fans might heave a sigh of relief that the talks are going on between the parties. At least they appear keen on bringing up the match between two of the biggest stars of the current era. If it does succeed, then the Ryan Garcia-Devin Haney bout will join the ranks of Tyson Fury–Oleksandr Usyk as one of the year’s most significant fights.
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