Boxing sensation Ryan Garcia made a triumphant return to the ring in a match against Devin Haney over the weekend, surprising many as he secured a majority decision victory. Despite facing doubts regarding his mental state and struggles with substance abuse, Garcia showcased his dominance in the ring, marking a significant win for himself.
UFC champion Sean O’Malley took note of Garcia’s impressive performance and expressed interest in a potential bout between them on his podcast, the ‘TimboSugarShow.’ O’Malley acknowledged the possibility of a boxing match with Garcia, emphasizing the need to solidify his own star status further before pursuing such a matchup seriously.
Following O’Malley’s comments, Garcia promptly responded, sharing a fan-made poster of a hypothetical fight between him and the UFC champion. Garcia’s retort on social media hinted at his readiness to step into the ring with O’Malley, teasing a future collision between the two stars.
However, the potential bout raises questions about the venue, as Garcia expressed interest in facing O’Malley in the UFC, while O’Malley preferred the boxing ring. This discrepancy could present a hurdle in negotiations if discussions between the parties were to commence.
Despite the excitement surrounding the possibility of Garcia versus O’Malley, it remains uncertain whether the matchup will materialize. O’Malley is focused on his upcoming UFC title defense against Merab Dvalishvili, while Garcia has been considering various fight options following his recent victory over Haney.
The back-and-forth banter between the two athletes has sparked interest among fans, leaving many eager to see if a showdown between Garcia and O’Malley will indeed come to fruition in the future.