by Oscar Cabrero/ Boxing Contributor

The boxing world is abuzz with excitement as negotiations for a fight between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney are gaining momentum. Oscar De La Hoya, the Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Promotions, confirmed on Wednesday that “the ball is rolling” for what promises to be a sensational clash between two of boxing’s rising stars. Ryan Garcia, aged 25, boasts an impressive record of 24 wins, 1 loss, and 20 knockouts.

He is coming off a stunning eighth-round knockout victory against Oscar Duarte on December 2, a win that has further solidified his reputation as a formidable contender in the ring.

On the other side of the matchup is the equally talented 25-year-old Devin Haney, who currently holds an undefeated record of 31 wins with 15 knockouts. Haney’s most recent triumph was a unanimous decision victory over Regis Prograis on December 9, earning him the WBC super lightweight title.

The potential matchup between Garcia and Haney is not only a professional first but also a revival of their intense rivalry from their amateur days. According to Michael Benson of talkSPORT, the pair have a rich history of competition, having faced each other six times as amateurs, with each boxer securing three wins. This history sets the stage for an electrifying professional bout, where past rivalries and present ambitions will collide in the ring.