Devin Haney’s Promoter Wants Ryan Garcia Rematch On ‘Even Playing Field’

Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney II … coming quickly to a hoop close to you?!

Possibly, in line with Haney’s promoter, Eddie Hearn … who tells TMZ Sports activities he hopes the 2 younger stars can do battle as soon as once more.

“I hope so,” Hearn, certainly one of boxing’s most influential and highly effective promoters instructed us after we requested whether or not Ryan and Devin might run it again.

However, Hearn additionally understands that Garcia is the man within the driver’s seat proper now.

“I think that Ryan’s in a great position. He’s a huge star. He’s going to pick the fights that he likes and he wants.”

Ryan gained the battle by majority choice, knocking down Haney 3 instances throughout the battle (it is the primary time Devin’s ever been dropped) … however Garcia did weigh in additional than 3 lbs. over the 140 lb. restrict, and it is clear EH believes that was a bonus.

“But, [Ryan] did come in overweight. You know, we would like a chance to put it right on an even playing field.”

“Ryan was a huge star before. And that win, he’s going to look at the right fights for him for the most money. So hopefully, it will involve a Devin Haney rematch. But, Devin’s still a world champion. And, we’ll see what happens.”

FYI, Haney, though he misplaced (the primary time in his profession), retained his championship belts as a result of Garcia was chubby.

We additionally requested Eddie how Devin was doing after the battle.

“I’ve spoken to him a few times. I mean, he’s been quite quiet. I think, like I said, he’s never lost before. His whole life is boxing. So when he gets beat, you know, you look for answers and you want to sort of say, ‘why?'”

So far as potential timing for the rematch, we requested Hearn when the battle might probably go down.

“I feel Ryan will take a little bit break now. He is had an fascinating time. And, he is all the time out posting and he’ll celebrate his win,” the Matchroom Boxing boss stated.

“But, Devin had a tough fight physically as well. He’ll need a rest. But, I’m sure in his mind he’ll be thinking about coming back. And, he’s still the world champion. So he will look to defend that. But, at the same time, when you lose for the first time, revenge will be on your mind forever. So hopefully one day we can make it happen.”