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Ryan Garcia and his brother, Sean Garcia, are featuring together in tonight’s event. Though the former will grab most of the attention with his headliner against Luke Campbell, Sean Garcia has already done his part by outpointing Rene Marquez.

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Whilst boxing fans praised the performance, an analyst’s comments on the pugilist’s good looks have garnered criticism from the boxing fans.

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Following Sean Garcia’s win, his father appeared on the panel and connected with DAZN reporters where Kate Abdo, an analyst, hailed him for his son’s performance.

She said, “Father to two of the fighters that are on the card this evening. Sean Garcia already fought. Ryan Garcia, of course, the main attraction. Henry Garcia, it’s great to have you here with us tonight. You made them pretty, you made them athletic. That’s some good sperm you got there, sir.”

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The particular comment took social media by storm. Even Brian Campbell couldn’t help but react to the statement. He wrote, “That’s a heck of a compliment Kate.”

However, netizens trolled the statement badly. Here are some  Twitter reactions from the mix.

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Ryan Garcia vs Luke Campbell: The Blockbuster year-opener

Ryan Garcia is yet to appear inside the ring against Luke Campbell, and the event is already creating headlines for various reasons. Canelo Alvarez has reached the arena to support his stablemate, and the entire boxing world has their eyes on the lightweight thriller.

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It might put some added pressure on both the pugilists. However, it also will intensify their upcoming clash that will determine the WBC lightweight title picture for the future. Apart from the WBC Interim lightweight title, Garcia’s undefeated streak is also at stake.

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None of the contenders can afford to lose the fight, as it might take them away from the title picture. All these factors pile up to form an absolute blockbuster year-opener for the fight fans. And none should miss it.

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Raj Sarkar is a UFC Sub-Group Head at EssentiallySports. Over the last four years, Raj has worked in several leading sports organizations. During this time, he has interviewed big names from the world of MMA and Boxing.

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