The blame game for the poor ticket sales for WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney’s title defense at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn is being played, with Bill Haney pointing the finger at Ryan Garcia. This move is surprising as fans have previously blamed Haney for his fights not selling well. Given that his last fight in San Francisco did not sell well and his PPV numbers were disappointing, it is clear that he may not be a huge draw. However, Haney’s father, Bill Haney, is now shifting the blame to Ryan Garcia, which has raised eyebrows in the boxing world. It remains to be seen who is truly responsible for the lackluster ticket sales, and the upcoming fights for both boxers will shed light on this issue.
Bill Haney has not minced words when it comes to his feelings about Ryan Garcia. Accusing Garcia of being disrespectful, Haney has threatened him with physical harm and has promised an “annihilation” in their upcoming fight. He has also boasted about Devin Haney being the best in the world and carrying the weight of boxing at just 25 years old. Haney seems to relish the haters and sees their criticism as a sign of success. He believes that Ryan Garcia is not committed to the sport and is the reason behind the slow ticket sales at the Barclays Center.
Bill Haney’s cryptic statements hint at his belief that Devin Haney is beyond compare and that they are superior to all other fighters. He seems to suggest that those who have not purchased tickets to their fights do not understand Ryan Garcia’s true intentions in boxing. By targeting New York as the location for their upcoming fight, Haney believes that their message will spread far and wide, regardless of the turnout at the event.
The blame for poor ticket sales for Devin Haney’s fights is being shifted to Ryan Garcia by Bill Haney. The accusations and threats made by Haney indicate a deep-seated rivalry between the two camps. It remains to be seen whether this strategy will pay off in terms of ticket sales and overall interest in the boxing world.