Following his victory against Devin Haney, Ryan Garcia has shifted his focus to a boxing match against Sean O’Malley. The UFC champion has agreed to the challenge, despite contractual obligations with the organization. However, the UFC’s strict policy against fighters competing outside the promotion poses a significant hurdle.
In the midst of the Garcia-O’Malley spat, Oscar De La Hoya, Garcia’s promoter, has interjected with an unexpected twist. He has expressed a desire to fight Dana White, the UFC president, in the undercard. However, White’s lack of professional boxing experience makes this prospect seem highly unlikely.
Sean O’Malley, aware of the challenges posed by the UFC’s regulations, believes that two additional victories will strengthen his position to advocate for a boxing match against Garcia. He confidently asserts that he can defeat Garcia in a boxing ring.
The possibility of a boxing match between Garcia and O’Malley hinges on O’Malley’s ability to persuade Dana White and the UFC to grant permission for the event. This would be an unprecedented move for the UFC, and it remains to be seen if the allure of a potentially lucrative matchup will sway their decision.
