The blame game in the world of boxing ticket sales seems to be a common theme when matches don’t sell as expected. In the case of the WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney, his dad, Bill Haney, has pointed the finger at Ryan Garcia for the poor ticket sales at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. This move is surprising, as typically the blame falls on the headlining fighter, in this case, Devin Haney, for not being a big enough draw. Haney’s previous fights in San Francisco and his PPV numbers suggest that he has struggled to sell tickets. However, it is interesting to see Bill Haney shifting the responsibility onto Ryan Garcia for the lackluster ticket sales.
Devin Haney’s recent track record with ticket sales has not been impressive. His fight with Regis Prograis last December failed to sell, marking it as a disaster in terms of attendance. These struggles highlight a potential issue with Haney’s marketability as a fighter. If this trend continues into the future, it could raise questions about whether platforms like DAZN would continue to put Haney’s fights on PPV.
Bill Haney’s comments about Ryan Garcia being disrespectful and the need for annihilation in their upcoming fight showcase a heightened level of tension between the two camps. Bill’s claim that Devin Haney is the best in the world after beating a few opponents may come across as bold and potentially unwarranted. The idea that they are better than the best in the world based on ticket sales and public perception is questionable and could be seen as a stretch.
Bill Haney’s assessment that Ryan Garcia is to blame for the slow ticket sales and his intention to “execute” him in New York for this reason raises eyebrows. Blaming Garcia for the lack of interest in the fight seems like a convenient excuse rather than a well-founded reason. The focus on Garcia as the problem detracts from potential internal issues within Devin Haney’s camp that may be contributing to the ticket sale struggles.
The finger-pointing and blame game surrounding the ticket sales for Devin Haney’s title defense match at the Barclays Center reflect the challenges of marketing and promoting boxing events. While external factors like opponent choice and fan interest play a role in ticket sales, it is essential to critically examine all aspects of the promotion to address underlying issues. The focus should not solely be on scapegoating individuals but rather on improving overall strategies to enhance the marketability and appeal of the boxing matches.