Recently, boxer Ryan Garcia has been in the spotlight because of the New York State Athletic Commission’s one-year suspension. Garcia was suspended after his test for the banned substance Ostarine came back positive, which he had ingested before his April bout against Devin Haney. Garcia is not going to be silenced; on December 30 in Tokyo, he is scheduled to face Japanese kickboxing sensation Rukiya Anpo in an exhibition combat.
Rukiya Anpo vs. Exhibition Bout
There is much hype surrounding the upcoming exhibition bout against Rukiya Anpo. One Anpo, or “The Demolition Man,” has been quite vocal in his criticism of Garcia, labeling him a “Fake King” and questioning his expertise. In response, Garcia has vowed to teach Anpo how a real boxer should be. The fight is scheduled for eight rounds and at a catchweight of 153 pounds, and at the press conference, the two boxers got into an angry argument.
Possible Fight Against Devin Haney
Since the feud has turned personal, Ryan Garcia has also claimed to want a rematch against Devin Haney. The first round in April was postponed for a no-contest due to Garcia failing to reach weight and testing positive for Ostarine. Garcia denied the accusation and blamed his positive test on tainted vitamins. Haney, meanwhile, called out Garcia for cheating. Garcia is ready to show what he’s made of and thinks that a rematch would be easier.
Try to Knock Out Jake Paul
Ryan Garcia recently stated in an interview that he wants to fight Jake Paul and end the career of Paul. In the estimation of Garcia, a fight between him and Paul would only take four or five rounds to finish Paul out. Because his boxing abilities against Paul’s physical prowess would be interesting to see, this potential bout is generating excitement among fans.
Overcoming Adversity
Ryan Garcia has opened up about his personal struggles since the scandal that occurred after the failed drug test. After recovering from depression and anxiety, Garcia is now coming back into the ring with a bright attitude. Most fans have supported Garcia’s redemption journey and he has not lost his popularity in using his celebrity for mental health awareness.
Dreams for the Future
Ryan Garcia is still ambitious and driven to succeed in boxing, despite all the obstacles he had to overcome. He is hell-bent on challenging the sport’s elite and bringing the lightweight division together. The fame and popularity of Garcia are not limited to the box; he has dropped hints about acting and commercial options.
Ryan Garcia’s storyline is a story of perseverance and resolve. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what he will be doing next and the sway he will have on the sport of boxing as he works through the ups and downs of his career.