In a stunning turn of events, the highly anticipated rematch between boxing stars Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia appears to be back on track. Reports indicate that Haney has officially dropped his lawsuit against Garcia, paving the way for a blockbuster sequel to their controversial first encounter.
I guess he’s not a duck.. he’s a goose. See u soon bucko!🫣
— Devin Haney (@Realdevinhaney) January 13, 2025
Legal Drama Resolved
The boxing world was rocked when Haney filed a lawsuit against Garcia following their April 2024 bout, which ended in a no-contest after Garcia tested positive for the banned substance ostarine. The lawsuit, which alleged battery and other complaints, threatened to derail any hopes of a rematch between the two talented pugilists.
However, in a surprising development, Haney has reportedly agreed to drop the lawsuit under one crucial condition: Garcia must submit to VADA (Voluntary Anti-Doping Association) testing leading up to their rematch. According to boxing journalist Cynthia Conte, Garcia has accepted these terms, effectively clearing the path for Haney vs. Garcia 2.
🚨 Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia 2 is in the works after Haney dropped his lawsuit against Garcia, with Garcia also agreeing to VADA testing, per Cynthia Conte pic.twitter.com/6m1xs64Cmz
— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) January 13, 2025
Anticipation Builds for Mega-Rematch
The stakes for this rematch couldn’t be higher. Both fighters have something to prove: Haney seeks redemption after being knocked down multiple times in their first meeting, while Garcia aims to silence critics who question his abilities without performance-enhancing substances.
Bill Haney, Devin’s father and trainer, has been vocal on social media, demanding transparency from Garcia and confirming that they’ve received an offer from Saudi Arabian boxing promoter Turki Alalshikh3. This suggests that the rematch could potentially take place in the Middle East, following the recent trend of high-profile boxing events in the region.
As the boxing world eagerly awaits official confirmation, questions remain about Garcia’s form after serving a one-year suspension. The rematch is expected to take place sometime after April 20, 2025, when Garcia’s suspension ends.
With both fighters in their prime and carrying unfinished business from their first encounter, Haney vs. Garcia 2 has all the ingredients to be a classic. As one fan aptly put it, this could very well be the “Biggest fight of 2025”.
As we edge closer to this potential mega-fight, the boxing community will be watching closely for any further developments. One thing is certain: when Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia finally meet again in the ring, the world will be watching.
