Devin Haney recently took to Instagram to express his desire for a rematch with Ryan Garcia under different conditions and at an “agreed weight.” After suffering a humiliating defeat in their previous encounter, Haney is adamant about wanting a fair deal in the potential rematch. Despite still holding his WBC light welterweight title, Haney understands that the rematch may not involve his belt being on the line due to Ryan Garcia’s reluctance to go below 143 pounds.
On the other hand, Ryan Garcia has not shown significant interest in facing Haney again. Instead, Garcia has been more focused on potential matchups with other fighters such as Gervonta Davis, Sabastian Fundora, and Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. It seems that Garcia views a rematch with Haney as revisiting old territory and not a lucrative option in terms of generating interest and revenue. Their previous fight ended controversially due to the referee’s leniency towards Haney after multiple knockdowns in the seventh round.
Haney’s emphasis on wanting a “fair fight” with an agreed-upon weight limit appears to be a strategic move to shift the focus away from the criticism he faced following his loss to Garcia. By highlighting the importance of weight in their potential rematch, Haney aims to create a narrative that positions him as the underdog seeking redemption. The idea of a “fair fight” raises questions about Haney’s willingness to adapt his tactics and strategy to secure a victory in the rematch, potentially resorting to a hit-and-run style similar to his approach against Regis Prograis.
The desire for a rematch between Haney and Garcia presents an intriguing narrative in the world of boxing. While Haney seeks redemption and a chance to prove his critics wrong, Garcia appears to have moved on to other challenges. Whether the two fighters will meet in the ring again remains uncertain, but the possibility of a rematch highlights the competitive nature of the sport and the need for fighters to constantly evolve and adapt to new challenges.