Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz's victory over Rolly Romero for the WBA super lightweight championship sent shockwaves through the boxing world, but it also caught the attention of Ryan Garcia, who wasted no time in stirring the pot.
With a thunderous eighth-round knockout, Pitbull Cruz claimed the WBA super lightweight title, solidifying his status as a force to be reckoned with in the division. However, Garcia, known for his outspoken nature, didn't hesitate to throw shade at the new champion.
This combination work FRM PITBULL CRUZ on ROLLY was NASTY! 🥶 👿 pic.twitter.com/LpLb0ajghU
— Big FLVCK 🫡 (@realflvcko) March 31, 2024
Garcia, who is slated to face Devin Haney for the WBC super lightweight title in April, took to social media to challenge Cruz, asserting, "You don't know boxing if you really think pitbull beats me. I fought so many fighters like that in my life it would be a field day."
I would sleep Cruz you guys are delusional after I ko Haney I would gladly handle him easy
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) March 31, 2024
Despite his initial trash talk, Garcia later expressed some level of respect for Cruz. However, his comments ignited speculation about a potential future showdown between the two fighters.
In the end I respect pitbull
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) March 31, 2024
He’s a small fighter able to ko bigger fighters
A fight would be great!!! Let’s do it one day
I’m focused on the task ahead but that would be fun
While Garcia prepares for his upcoming bout against Haney, Cruz remains open to facing any challenger willing to step into the ring with him. Although a lucrative matchup with Gervonta Davis looms on the horizon, Cruz's victory has undoubtedly put him in the spotlight, drawing attention from top contenders like Garcia.
You don’t know boxing if you really think pitbull beats me I fought so many fighters like that in my life it would be a field day
— RYAN GARCIA (@RyanGarcia) March 31, 2024
As the boxing world eagerly awaits Garcia's clash with Haney, the possibility of a future showdown between Garcia and Cruz adds another layer of intrigue to the super lightweight division. Whether these verbal jabs will materialize into an actual bout remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: the rivalry between Garcia and Cruz has already captured the attention of fight fans everywhere.
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