Ahead of the much-discussed bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, boxing sensation Ryan Garcia has made his allegiance clear by throwing his support behind one fighter. Garcia’s backing of Tyson came before his shock victory over Devin Haney, where he secured a decisive win despite controversy surrounding the bout’s weight limit.
In a stunning performance against WBC super lightweight champion Haney, Garcia showcased his prowess by flooring his opponent three times in the seventh, 10th, and 11th rounds. Despite the fight not being for the title due to Garcia’s weigh-in discrepancy, his triumph solidified his status as a rising star in the sport.
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Ryan Garcia Shows Love To Mike Tyson
The Boxers Had A Heartwarming Exchange In The Dressing Room
Prior to his showdown with Haney in New York, Garcia expressed his unwavering support for Tyson in his upcoming clash against Jake Paul. The young American boxer received a visit from the legendary Tyson in his dressing room, where they exchanged words of encouragement. “You looking good, what have you been eating, bricks?” Tyson said to Garcia.
“I love you, Mike,” Garcia affirmed. “You look good. I’m going to your fight, I’ll be there. I’m with you in everything, remember that, always in spirit. I got you. Love you, Mike.”
Tyson, who hasn’t participated in a professional bout for nearly two decades, will step into the ring against Paul in July, sparking skepticism among many in the boxing community. Paul, known as “The Problem Child,” has garnered significant attention in the boxing world, albeit facing criticism for the legitimacy of his opponents.
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Garcia is friends with Paul and spoke to the social media star before his fight. In the Facetime call, Garcia denied drinking beer at the controversial weigh-in and revealed that it was sparkling water and apple juice.
During his visit to New York for the fight, Tyson kept busy, as seen in videos shared on his Instagram account. One moment captured Tyson shirtless on the streets, engaging in a playful tussle with Shannon Briggs, the former heavyweight champion. Additionally, he made a stop at Times Square where he took in the sight of a towering electric billboard promoting Tyson 2.0, his brand of marijuana.
