Inside the Ring and Mind: Anticipating a High-Stakes Showdown in Brooklyn Center and who can come out on top.
This weekend, all attention turns to Brooklyn Center as Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia reignite their long-standing rivalry in New York. At 25 years old and at the peak of their athletic careers, the timing seems perfect for these American sports icons to clash. The announcement of this major bout earlier in the year was met with significant fanfare. However, the discourse has since shifted towards concerns over Garcia's mental health following his continuous and peculiar outbursts on social media.
His relentless and often incoherent postings, along with alarming video content, suggest that Garcia might be struggling, a concern that deepens given his 15-month break from boxing due to mental health challenges after his January 2021 victory over Luke Campbell. His actions have not only captivated his 10.5 million Instagram followers but also prompted public expressions of concern from his brother and ex-wife.
While some speculate that Garcia’s erratic behavior could be a tactic to unsettle Haney, facing a competitor who has only grown stronger poses a formidable challenge. Haney, still undefeated at 31-0, has evolved into an exceptional technician. His reputation was solidified when he conquered the lightweight division and, more recently, showcased his prowess in the super lightweight category by defeating top contender Regis Prograis with ease.
Haney and Garcia, both prominent figures in the American amateur boxing scene, have met six times before, with each winning three bouts. As professionals, they’ve taken different paths—Garcia amassing a large social media following and Haney collecting championship belts. Their divergent trajectories are set to collide once more in what promises to be a lucrative encounter.
Despite his recent setbacks, including a defeat to Gervonta Davis and a less-than-stellar performance against Oscar Duarte, Garcia’s innate speed and power remain intact, highlighted by his devastating left hook. However, his reliance on this singular tactic may prove predictable against Haney, who not only possesses a formidable jab but also maintains superior control over the range and pace of his fights.
Given the concerning signals emanating from Garcia’s camp, the likelihood of Haney securing a victory by stoppage seems increasingly probable, particularly in the later rounds. This bout not only promises to test their physical limits but may also become a psychological battleground, potentially leading to another significant victory for Haney.
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Fight Tips
Winner
Haney To Win - 1/9
Round Betting
Haney To Win Round 6 - 16/1
Fight Odds
Winner
Fighter | Odds | Away Odds | |
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Ryan Garcia | 5/1 | ||
Devin Haney | 1/5 |
Super Boost
Special Bet | Odds |
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Devin Haney to win in Rounds 1-6 | 5/1 |
1x2 Odds
Outcome | Odds |
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Haney, Devin | 2/17 |
Draw | 18/1 |
Garcia, Ryan | 11/2 |
Total Rounds Over/Under
Outcome | Odds |
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Under 10.5 | 7/5 |
Over 10.5 | 8/15 |
Winning Method
Method | Odds |
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Haney, Devin by KO | 8/5 |
Draw | 18/1 |
Garcia, Ryan by KO | 17/2 |
Haney, Devin by Decision | 8/11 |
Garcia, Ryan by Decision | 16/1 |
Winner & Round Range
Outcome | Odds |
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Haney, Devin & Rounds 1-3 | 16/1 |
Haney, Devin & Rounds 4-6 | 7/1 |
Haney, Devin & Rounds 7-9 | 11/2 |
Haney, Devin & Rounds 10-12 | 7/1 |
Haney, Devin by Decision | 17/20 |
Garcia, Ryan & Rounds 1-3 | 66/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Rounds 4-6 | 33/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Rounds 7-9 | 22/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Rounds 10-12 | 33/1 |
Garcia, Ryan by Decision | 16/1 |
Winner & Exact Rounds
Outcome | Odds |
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Haney, Devin & Round 1 | 45/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 2 | 30/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 3 | 25/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 4 | 20/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 5 | 18/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 6 | 16/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 7 | 16/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 8 | 16/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 9 | 18/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 10 | 20/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 11 | 25/1 |
Haney, Devin & Round 12 | 30/1 |
Haney, Devin by Decision | 6/10 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 1 | 80/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 2 | 80/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 3 | 80/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 4 | 80/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 5 | 75/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 6 | 60/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 7 | 60/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 8 | 60/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 9 | 60/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 10 | 60/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 11 | 60/1 |
Garcia, Ryan & Round 12 | 80/1 |
Garcia, Ryan by Decision | 15/1 |
Will The Fight Go The Distance
Outcome | Odds |
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Yes | 13/20 |
No | 23/20 |
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