In a shocking turn of events, Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia have put their money where their mouths are in anticipation of their super lightweight fight this Saturday. The two boxers made a massive bet, with each owing the other $500,000 for every pound they were over the contracted weight of 140 pounds.
At the official weigh-in, Garcia raised eyebrows by chugging what appeared to be a beer before stepping on the scale and tipping the scales at 143.2 pounds. In contrast, Haney hit the mark right on the nose at 140 pounds, effectively making himself $1.5 million richer due to Garcia’s weight discrepancy.
Despite Garcia’s mishap, the fight will still proceed as planned. However, Garcia will not be eligible to win Haney’s WBC World Super Lightweight championship. Garcia defended himself by stating that he had done his best to make weight and had gone through a grueling training process leading up to the fight.
Garcia boasts a record of 24-1 with 20 knockouts, while Haney stands at an impressive 31-0 with 15 knockouts. Predictions are rampant among fans and analysts alike, with many speculating on who will emerge victorious in this highly-anticipated matchup.
As the tension mounts and the stakes continue to rise, one thing is for certain – all eyes will be on Haney and Garcia this Saturday as they enter the ring to settle their differences once and for all. Stay tuned to Forever Sports Online for the latest updates on this thrilling showdown.
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