By Boxing News - 12/16/2024 - Comment Ryan Garcia has filed a $7.5 million lawsuit against Devin Haney and his father, Bill. This is in response to Haney's lawsuit against Ryan for battery, fraud, and breach of contract. $7.5M Counterclaim filed According to @pugboxing, Ryan's lawsuit argues that Haney's complaint was designed to force a rematch with Kingry and hurt him financially. Former WBC light welterweight champion Haney (31-0, 15 KOs) sued Garcia because he tested positive for the PED Ostarine in their April 20 fight, which Ryan won by a 12-round majority decision. If Haney's lawsuit is successful and he receives monetary damages, it could change the sport for future fighters who will be found hopeful. Reciprocity in Danger? On the other hand, Haney's lawsuit could prevent him from getting a rematch with Garcia, which would bring more money than his damages. Furthermore, the negative fan backlash over Haney's decision to sue Ryan is not a good thing for his career. It made Devin look guilty. Sections Devin Haney, Ryan Garcia Boxing News 24 » Ryan Garcia Files $7.5M Counterclaim in Haney's PED LawsuitLast updated on 12/16/2024 Source link