Ryan Garcia News
Ryan Garcia gives wild response to positive B sample VADA test result: "I will swallow all steroids"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 23, 2024
Former interim WBC lightweight champion Ryan Garcia has reacted to a report of his B sample VADA test having a positive result. News broke that Garcia failed a drug test for his April 20th fight against Devin Haney. Garcia won the bout via majority decision, but that result will likely be changed to a no-contest after popping for ostarine in both samples. The report comes from Dan Rafael.
Eddie Hearn scolds Ryan Garcia following VADA test: "Sometimes this guy acts like an idiot"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 21, 2024
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn doesn’t believe Ryan Garcia has handled himself well in the aftermath of his failed VADA test. Hearn promoted Devin Haney for his showdown with Ryan Garcia back in April. While Garcia won the fight via majority decision, “KingRy” was flagged for ostarine. Garcia awaits the results of his B sample, and if that sample proves not to be clean then the former interim WBC lightweight champion will be facing a suspension, a fine, and his win over Haney being changed to a no contest.
Watch: Sean O'Malley and Ryan Garcia's heated FaceTime call as fight talks ramp up: 'I will murder you!"
Curtis Calhoun - May 16, 2024
Sean O’Malley and Ryan Garcia came face-to-face as talks of a potential crossover fight ramp up. Well, sort of.
VADA says no nandrolone was detected in Ryan Garcia’s drug sample from Devin Haney fight
Harry Kettle - May 9, 2024
VADA has reportedly confirmed that no nandrolone was detected in Ryan Garcia’s drug sample for the Devin Haney bout. As many of you would’ve heard, Ryan Garcia has been in the midst of a scandal following his decisive win over Devin Haney. Garcia supposedly tested positive for the banned performance enhancer Ostarine in a recent Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) test. In addition, there were also rumblings that nandrolone was found in his system.
Devin Haney, father Bill Haney issue statements on Ryan Garcia's failed VADA drug test: 'You trying to hurt my baby'
Curtis Calhoun - May 3, 2024
WBC super lightweight boxing champion Devin Haney and his father/trainer, Bill Haney, have addressed Ryan Garcia’s failed VADA drug test. Garcia made headlines this week when he tested positive for Ostarine, a performance enhancer, in three separate tests leading up to his April 20th fight with Haney. He handed Haney his first career loss by majority decision but didn’t receive Haney’s belt due to a botched weigh-in.
Ryan Garcia responds to Conor McGregor's fiery criticism of PED use: 'You ran from being tested!'
Curtis Calhoun - May 3, 2024
Boxing star Ryan Garcia didn’t take long to address Conor McGregor’s scathing tweet about Garcia’s use of a performance-enhancing drug. Garcia tested positive for Ostarine, a performance enhancer, on three different occasions leading up to his victory over Devin Haney last month. He defeated Haney by majority decision to hand the WBC super lightweight champion his first career defeat.
Gervonta Davis backs Ryan Garcia after drug testing failure: "They doing anything to take the win from Ryan"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2024
Gervonta Davis is backing his boxing rival Ryan Garcia after his recent drug testing failure. ‘KingRy’ returned to the boxing ring earlier this month in New York. There, Ryan Garcia faced his former amateur rival, Devin Haney. The two fought six times in the amateurs, splitting the series at 3-3. Ultimately, it was Garcia who broke the tie with a dominant decision victory over ‘The Dream’ on DAZN pay-per-view.
Video | Ryan Garcia shares message after testing positive for PEDs ahead of Devin Haney fight: “Everybody knows that I don't cheat!”
Harry Kettle - May 1, 2024
Boxing sensation Ryan Garcia has responded after testing positive for PEDs ahead of his bout with Devin Haney. It goes without saying that Ryan Garcia’s win over Devin Haney served as a tremendous upset. However, things have turned sour in the last 24 hours. That’s because it has been reported that Garcia tested positive for Ostarine in a recent Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) test.
Kamaru Usman questions Sean O'Malley for considering Ryan Garcia superfight
Harry Kettle - April 27, 2024
UFC legend Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on Sean O’Malley toying with the idea of a superfight against Ryan Garcia. As we know, Sean O’Malley is sitting pretty at the top of the bantamweight division right now. He’s the world champion, and he’s coming off the back of an emphatic win over Marlon Vera. Now, many are left to wonder what’s next for ‘Suga’.
Devin Haney calls for a rematch against Ryan Garcia: "Give the fans a FAIR fight"
Josh Evanoff - April 25, 2024
Devin Haney wants another shot at Ryan Garcia in the boxing ring. ‘The Dream’ returned to the ring on Saturday night to face his longtime rival, ‘KingRy’. The two young boxers faced off on six occasions in the amateurs, splitting the series at three victories apiece. They were supposed to clash as professionals last weekend, with WBC super lightweight gold on the lane. However, after Ryan Garcia missed weight, his bout with Devin Haney was turned into a non-title affair.
Michael Bisping reacts to Devin Haney’s post-fight celebrations following Ryan Garcia loss: “That’s crazy”
Harry Kettle - April 24, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has reacted to Devin Haney celebrating following his defeat to Ryan Garcia. Last weekend, Ryan Garcia pulled off quite the upset. He defeated Devin Haney via majority decision, but was unable to capture the belt as a result of him missing weight. Either way, it was quite the shock for many, with Haney suffering the first professional loss of his career.
Ryan Garcia reveals mind-boggling eight-figure payday for Devin Haney boxing match
Josh Evanoff - April 23, 2024
Ryan Garcia is expecting to make upwards of $50 million for his boxing match against Devin Haney. ‘KingRy’ returned to the boxing ring over the weekend on DAZN pay-per-view. In his return, Garcia faced his longtime rival Devin Haney, whom he faced six times as an amateur. Despite the two splitting their amateur series at three wins each, it was ‘The Dream’ who entered the ring a gigantic betting favorite.
Ryan Garcia responds to Sean O'Malley after 'Sugar' expresses interest in boxing match: "PREPARE TO BLEED RAINBOW"
Josh Evanoff - April 22, 2024
It seems that boxing star Ryan Garcia and UFC champion Sean O’Malley are on a collision course. ‘KingRy’ returned to the boxing ring over the weekend against Devin Haney. Heading into the contest, Ryan Garcia was a massive underdog, as he seemingly struggled with substance abuse and questions about his mental state. Instead, he dominated the WBC super lightweight champion handing him a majority decision defeat. For Garcia, the win was a satisfying one.
Paulie Malignaggi says Ryan Garcia 'exposed' Devin Haney in shocking boxing upset
Curtis Calhoun - April 22, 2024
Boxing analyst Paulie Malignaggi feels Devin Haney’s loss to Ryan Garcia exposed a lot of flaws in the WBC super lightweight champ’s skillset. Haney lost to Garcia by majority decision last weekend in New York City. It was a stunning upset after weeks of bizarre behavior by Garcia outside of the ring, but inside of it, Garcia put on a clinic.
Devin Haney issues statement following majority decision loss to Ryan Garcia
Curtis Calhoun - April 22, 2024
WBC super lightweight champion Devin Haney has spoken out after his first professional boxing loss to Ryan Garcia. Garcia defeated Haney by majority decision in a stunning upset on Saturday in New York City. After weeks of bizarre behavior before the event, he entered the fight as a significant betting underdog.
Video | Sean O’Malley mocks Ryan Garcia following his upset win over Devin Haney: “Interesting technique”
Harry Kettle - April 22, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley has given his thoughts on Ryan Garcia’s upset win over Devin Haney. Last weekend, Ryan Garcia pulled off quite the upset. After months of antics and strange behavior, he somehow managed to overcome and defeat Devin Haney in what proved to be a huge upset. He dropped Haney on multiple occasions, eventually securing a majority decision victory.
Gervonta Davis reacts to Ryan Garcia’s win over Devin Haney: “That's what happens when you fight a MF the same size as you"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 21, 2024
Gervonta Davis has briefly commented on Devin Haney suffering a majority decision loss to Ryan Garcia. Garcia and Haney collided inside Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY last night. “KingRy” rocked Haney early in the fight and he ended up scoring three knockdowns en route to a majority decision victory. Haney’s WBC junior welterweight title was not at stake, as Garcia missed weight going into the fight. Even so, Haney has been handed the first loss of his pro boxing career.
Oscar De La Hoya lays out stipulation for Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia rematch
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 21, 2024
Ryan Garcia doesn’t see himself having a rematch against Gervonta “Tank” Davis with the exception of one stipulation. Back in April 2023, Garcia was stopped by “Tank” in the seventh round after receiving a mammoth body shot that he couldn’t recover from. “KingRy” has rebounded with two wins in a row, including the biggest victory of his pro boxing career over Devin Haney this past Saturday. Following Garcia’s win over Haney, many are wondering if it opens the door for a potential rematch between “KingRy” and “Tank.”