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April 22, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, United States: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA -April 22: Ryan Garcia reacts after his loss to Gervonta Davis fight in the 12-round main-event Lightweight bout at Premier Boxing Champions – Davis vs Garcia at T-Mobile Arena on April 22, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas, Nevada United States – ZUMAp175 20230422_zsa_p175_184 Copyright: xAlejandroxSalazarx

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April 22, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, United States: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA -April 22: Ryan Garcia reacts after his loss to Gervonta Davis fight in the 12-round main-event Lightweight bout at Premier Boxing Champions – Davis vs Garcia at T-Mobile Arena on April 22, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas, Nevada United States – ZUMAp175 20230422_zsa_p175_184 Copyright: xAlejandroxSalazarx
In the high-stakes, no-holds-barred world of boxing, it’s often the unseen moves outside the ring that create as much, if not more, spectacle than the punches thrown within it. One such move recently orchestrated a storm on social media. When the legendary Oscar De La Hoya reached out to the Twitterverse to solicit opinions on a seemingly innocuous question, he set the stage for a grand drama. Yet, the plot twist lay not in the question, but in the subject: Ryan Garcia, the young prodigy who, until recently, carried an unblemished record.
Garcia, having tasted defeat for the first time in his professional career, now stands at a crossroads. De La Hoya’s tweet hinted at a surprising revelation – it is not the critics, nor the promoters, but Garcia who would hold the reigns to his future. As the world waits, the decision for Garcia’s next bout, a step towards redemption or further setback, is a secret only he holds. The silence is deafening, and the speculation rife.
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Who should Ryan Garcia fight next?: Fans’ take
The tweet from De La Hoya, which set the boxing community abuzz is, “Talked to both Bob Arum and DonKing today, who do you want to see @RyanGarcia fight next?” The reactions from fans were as diverse as they were insightful, highlighting the varying perspectives within the boxing community.
One user who advocates for the autonomy of fighters, opined, “Whichever opponent Ryan decides suits him best. Ryan has the final word.”
Whichever opponent Ryan decides suits him best. Ryan has the final word. #RyanGarcia #boxing 🥊
— Skykeepers (@Skykeepers) June 12, 2023
A user named Jacob Knight offered a different perspective, suggesting a strategic matchup. “Broner would be a great test for Ryan. Older slower but durable fighter. Teo would beat Ryan right now,” he stated, implying that an older, more experienced fighter could be the right setup for Garcia’s comeback.
Broner would be a great test for Ryan. Older slower but durable fighter. Teo would beat Ryan right now.
— Jacob Knight (@spindadaleak) June 12, 2023
A user named Cesar Urquidez then shared a different approach. He voiced, “AB, if he successfully completes that fight, I would then contemplate matching him against Rollies secondly Pitbull in the ring. Pitbull presents a greater challenge as a potential opponent.”
AB, if he successfully completes that fight, I would then contemplate matching him against rollies secondly Pitbull in the ring. Pitbull presents a greater challenge as a potential opponent.
— Cesar Urquidez (@Cesar1Urquidez) June 13, 2023
Blanco echoed Urquidez’s sentiment but narrowed down the choice. “Rollie would be a nice fight for him,” Blanco asserted, pointing to Rolando “Rollie” Romero as a suitable competitor.
Rollie would be nice fight for him
— Blanco (@AntiSocialJapan) June 13, 2023
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A user named Neanderthal V chimed in with a concise yet insightful comment, stating, “Rolly or AB,” further emphasizing the popularity of these fighters as potential opponents for Garcia.
Rolly or AB
— Neanderthal V 🐻🍊🇺🇸🧙🏽♂️🛡️ (@Neanderthal_V) June 12, 2023
As we draw the curtain on this discussion, we ask you, Who do you believe Ryan Garcia should face next? And more importantly, what does this decision mean for Garcia’s career? Your thoughts are welcome in the comments below.
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