Nobody likes a guy who runs their mouth constantly, especially Devin Haney. People who don’t shut up are the ones who continuously talk about their greatness and how they’re awesome in the business. For the San Francisco native, he’s heard enough of Ryan Garcia’s trash talk and ego stroking.
That’s why he got into it with the native of Los Alamitos, California, at the Empire State Building on Tuesday. When someone continues to act like they’re the hottest thing around, someone’s going to have enough. Enter Haney, who shoved Garcia, setting up Saturday’s event with more drama.
What can the undefeated Haney do to shut Garcia (24-1) up? Where do his strengths lie and what must he be careful about? Here’s the roadmap to Devin Haney’s victory on Saturday in Brooklyn, New York.
Devin Haney Must Rely On Technique
Ryan Garcia is well-known for his power. He can hit opponents like a truck, overwhelming them with his words and fists. For Haney, he must avoid head blows at any cost, countering with lightning-quick head shots of his own. Haney also doesn’t waste energy, making him dangerous in the later rounds. If Garcia tries to go for the early-round knockout, that’s free bait for the San Francisco native.
That’s what he did against Regis Prograis, where he used quick movements and protected his chin. Haney also keeps his opponents near the middle of the ring, creating angles at every turn. With the Prograis fight, that was in full effect as he kept his prey around, waiting for the perfect opportunity to counter.
Haney’s Secret Weapon
Another factor that makes Haney dangerous is his ambidextrous fighting. He can hit his opponent hard with both hands, making him more lethal than the average boxer. Imagine having to defend against both punches. That’s a nightmare in itself.
If Ryan Garcia is relying on brute strength to win the fight, this should be an easy victory for Devin Haney. This fight can propel the 25-year-old boxer to new heights, with a masterclass of speed and technique on hand. Who knows? He might become the next best thing in the sport, too.
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Jacob Walters is a boxing/MMA writer for Dice City Sports. You can follow him on X via @IceColdWJacob
