Ryan Garcia Commits to Paying $500K Per Pound Overweight to WBC Light Welterweight Champion Devin Haney Ahead of Weigh-In Amid Clash Concerns

Ryan Garcia has agreed to a unique stipulation ahead of his upcoming fight against WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney. In a dramatic turn of events, Garcia has pledged to pay Haney $500,000 per pound if he exceeds the 140-lb limit at Friday's weigh-in, just one day before their anticipated bout at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Despite a tumultuous build-up, including calls from fans for Garcia's withdrawal from the fight, the showdown is set to proceed as scheduled. Garcia, boasting a record of 24-1 with 20 knockouts and a previous loss to Gervonta Davis in April 2023, has attracted attention for his controversial social media activity and interviews leading up to the event.

During Thursday's press conference at the Barclays Center, Haney expressed his concerns over Garcia's mental state, stating, "Something is wrong with this motherf**ker," prompting further speculation about Garcia's readiness for the fight.

Bill Haney, Devin's father, trainer, and manager, questioned Garcia's ability to make weight during the official weigh-in on Friday morning. In response, Garcia proposed a bet of $500,000 on whether he would make weight, which Bill Haney accepted, stipulating that if Garcia fails to make weight, he must pay $500,000.

The tension escalated as Haney proposed an additional wager of $500,000 per pound over the agreed weight limit. Garcia accepted the challenge, and the pair shook hands, solidifying the agreement amidst the press conference in New York City.

Amidst concerns over Garcia's mental state, fueled by recent social media activity, including claims of marriage proposals to a porn star and disturbing videos, the fight is scheduled to proceed at the Barclays Center on Saturday night. Despite the turbulent lead-up, both fighters appear determined to face off in what promises to be a compelling showdown in the ring.