Regis Prograis Sheds Light on Ryan Garcia’s Circus; Claims Karma Caught Up to Devin Haney
Former World Light Welterweight Champion, Regis Prograis has taken a swipe at Ryan Garcia’s shenanigans, dubbing them as a “circus”. He also touched on the topic of Karma catching up to WBC Lightweight World Champion, Devin Haney.
Legendary boxer, Prograis is no stranger to the limelight and the pressures that come with it. Known for his no-nonsense honesty both inside and outside the ring, he recently expressed his views on two of boxing’s most controversial figures – Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney.
In a candid interview, Prograis slammed Garcia’s chaotic lifestyle and career moves, terming them as a “circus”. An attention magnet, Garcia’s unpredictability has constantly kept boxing enthusiasts on their toes. However, the dramatic tangents and decisions swirling around his career have raised questions for veterans like Prograis and fans alike.
Garcia’s management decisions, numerous distractions, social media squabbles, and seemingly premature retirement threats have entertained and baffled the boxing community in equal measure. Further, his withdrawal from the crucial fight with Javier Fortuna citing mental health issues stirred a debate around the balance of personal degrees and professional obligation in the sport.
“Much of his actions are like pieces of a circus that never cease to amaze the audience, even if sometimes for the wrong reasons,” said Prograis. He expressed concern over Garcia’s lack of focus, suggesting it could hinder his dream of becoming a boxing great.
However, Prograis wasn’t just critical of Garcia. He also made an explicit comment about Devin Haney’s recent predicament. Haney had initially dismissed challenges from Teofimo Lopez, calling his undisputed claim a farce. Haney himself was then caught in a whirlwind when his undisputed claim was rejected by the WBC. And for Prograis, this was a classic case of karma.
According to Prograis, “Karma truly is a mirror that reflects your deeds, and in this case, it got straight to Devin.” Haney may have escaped an immediate challenge from Lopez, but in his quest to undermine him, he ended up having his title claim invalidated. Prograis believes Haney is feeling the first effects of his deflection strategies against Lopez.
While his words may be seen as critical, Prograis’ statements show the bitter reality of the boxing world. Where lawsuit threats, promotional disputes, retirement scares, alongside parking lot brawl accusations, turn the sport into a circus.
Prograis, a known advocate for the integrity of the sport, underlined the point that attaining greatness is not about the spectacle but about relentless focus, training, resilience, and most importantly, respect for the opponent and the sport itself.
“Boxing is not a joke and is certainly not a circus or a vehicle for unending controversies. It is a path that demands commitment, not just to personal growth, but to the sport and its audience.” composed Prograis in his concluding remarks.
The astute observations from the former champion underscore the need for continued maturity and respect for the discipline. The exciting world of boxing promises fame and fortune, but as Prograis cautions, should Mcgregor and others not lose sight of the core values that make the sport great.
The world will be eagerly watching to see how Garcia responds to this “circus” claim and how Haney navigates the unforgiving world of boxing karma.
