Garcia Defeats Haney

On April 21st at the Barclays Center in New York, USA, WBC world champion in the super lightweight division (up to 63.5 kg) Devin Haney (31-1, 15 KOs) made his first title defense against Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs).

The fight ended with a majority decision victory for Garcia, with judges scoring it 112-112, 115-109 (Garcia), and 114-110 (Garcia). During the bout, Haney was knocked down three times.

Despite the loss and failing the weigh-in, thereby not qualifying for the title, Haney remains the champion.