In a clash anticipated to shake the boxing world, Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney faced off at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, and Garcia pulled off the upset win with three knockdowns.
The bout, eagerly awaited by fans, lived up to the hype but also earned both fighters substantial financial rewards with mega purses.
Ryan Garcia shocked the world by defeating Devin Haney in New York.
Bill Haney, father, and manager of Devin Haney, disclosed that the revenue from the much-anticipated match will be divided 55/45 in favor of Ryan Garcia. This split hints at the significant financial stakes riding on the outcome of the contest.
Oscar de la Hoya, Garcia's promoter, hinted at the substantial earnings awaiting Garcia for this world title bout. However, the precise figures remain shrouded in secrecy due to contractual obligations tied to television rights and in-person attendance.
Garcia's past earnings provide a glimpse into the potentially lucrative payday awaiting him. For his previous fight against Gervonta Davis, Garcia reportedly pocketed a staggering million. With such a precedent, it's anticipated that Garcia stands to earn a purse in a similar range for his triumph over Haney. Notably, Garcia might also be obligated to forfeit .5 million to Haney for failing to meet the weight requirement, if the assertions of the fighters hold true.
Meanwhile, Devin Haney's potential earnings are also generating buzz within the boxing community. Should the fight reach the milestone of one million pay-per-view (PPV) sales, Haney could potentially rake in between to million.
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The fight more than lived up to the hype as many believed that Garcia wasn’t mentally fit to step into the ring with Haney. However, the boxing star emerged victorious and handed Haney is first loss as a professional.
Garcia said he is open to a rematch and a world title still alludes to Garcia who was ineligible due to missing weight. Perhaps with the confidence that he can defeat Haney, he will make the weight in a potential rematch and have a chance at becoming a world champion.
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