Ryan Garcia and Floyd Mayweather have already shown their friendship to the boxing world. Since Ryan made a comeback from the defeat against Gervonta Davis in April last year and secured the victory against André August, he has frequently been in touch with Floyd.
Recently, they were seen hanging out together on the streets, and it was speculated that after the meet-up, Ryan Garcia showed the desire to fight Rolly Romero instead of his own callout, Devin Haney. Since then, Garcia has faced criticism for his demand to change his next opponent.
Floyd Mayweather confirms Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero
As the boxing world speculates that Floyd Mayweather and Ryan Garcia are working together, these rumors are becoming reality. Mayweather, after KingRy’s announcement, hasn’t been enquired about what exactly happened to the former undefeated that led to changing his desired opponent.
Though nothing was heard from the ‘Money’ side, the 25-year-old did reveal his reason for choosing Romero over Devin Haney. Since both Haney and Oscar De La Hoya are aware of this latest news, something new is coming up.
Floyd Mayweather posting about Rolly Romero vs Ryan Garcia on Instagram… pic.twitter.com/VqVL49pXse
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) January 13, 2024
This U-turn of Ryan Garcia is now getting a new twist as the retired boxer took charge of announcing the bout between ‘KingRY’ and ‘Rolly’ on his Instagram post with the caption, “@kingryan vs. @rolliesss. One of the most anticipated fights this year. I guarantee this will be action-packed. This one right here is bombs away!”
The 50-0 retired boxer even tagged his Mayweather promotions page, which directly shows the promotion rivalry between Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya.
Fans speculate Ryan Garcia will join Mayweather promotions
As Floyd Mayweather took charge of announcing the bout that, according to him, was set to take place this year, fans were shocked to see there was no involvement from Ryan Garcia’s boss. Fans were shocked to see a friction between more than just the two fighters.
Oscars gunna be pissed
— Shaun (@ShaunLFC9) January 13, 2024
“Oscars gunna be pissed.” One fan directly pointed out that Ryan Garcia’s boss will be pissed with his client and what his new friend is doing for the next match-up.
How many fights does ryan have under golden boy until he inevitably goes to mayweather promotions?
— Denis Bel (@DenisBelVlogs) January 13, 2024
One of the fans accused Ryan Garcia of joining Mayweather promotions, asking directly how many fights are left in his Oscar De La Hoya’s contract, “How many fights does Ryan have under Golden Boy until he inevitably goes to Mayweather promotions?”
Floyd Mayweather fckn with Oscar de la Hoya and we love it!! Ryan Garcia vs Rolly is gonna be a home run pic.twitter.com/fjOBejw2dI
— Slowpoke Rodriguez (Chubby Boxer) (@ChubbyTrevno) January 13, 2024
Another fan was enjoying this rivalry between two promoters, saying, “Floyd Mayweather fckn with Oscar de la Hoya, and we love it!! Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly is going to be a home run.”
Oscar De La Hoya went OFF on Floyd Mayweather over Ryan Garcia 😳 pic.twitter.com/S88x1qnvJ5
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) January 11, 2024
Not just fans, even Oscar De La Hoya is accusing the friendship of Floyd Mayweather and Ryan Garcia and pointed out many of the factors since Golden Boy is taking Ryan on his Instagram story.
According to his statement, Oscar is fine with Mayweather is giving tips to KingRy on his next potential bout. But La Hoya directly warned him not to interfere in his client’s desired match-up.
What do you think this rivalry is—not just between Ryan Garcia and Rolly Romero—but also between Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya?
