Ryan Garcia FULL POST FIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE after KO of Oscar Duarte • Garcia vs Duarte post fight
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- Опубликовано: 1 дек 2023
- Ryan Garcia FULL POST FIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE after KO of Oscar Duarte • Garcia vs Duarte post fight
In this video Ryan Garcia speaks with the media about his win over his gritty win over Oscar Duarte. He calls out Rolly Romero and goes into detail about his person struggles since 2020. What did you think of Ryan's win? Who would you like to see him fight next? Sound off in the comments below!
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HOW DID RYAN LOOK TO YOU GUYS? WHOSE NEXT? ROLLY, TEO, SHAKUR? LET US KNOW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Ryan looked good, still fast, lots of power, and he seems like he has matured greatly. He's becoming a man in front of us. I appreciate the humility after the Tank KO and I hope people get off his neck. He's proven that he is serious about his career, so let him do his thing. I didn't feel like that before the Tank fight. Line up Rolly so they can get paid and let Shakur see how real fighter deal with adversity. I look at Shakur how I used to look at Ryan before the Tank fight
He gotta show me something to earn my respect. Great coverage tonight! ✊🏾 🕎
I wanna see him fight Shakira 😂
I think Ryan should fight me next, I'll take 100k fuck it since yall don't have a problem with putting track stars in the ring
He benn using ohilly shell now for defence thats a huge improvement. If he can perfect this no one can defeat him
Ryan is a good But he needs a real coach james is ass😂😂
Look at that …Oscar shows up when Ryan wins huh… 😂😂😂 congratulations Ryan 💯💯
Lol 😂
Ikr lol smh
😂😂😂😂 he a bozo
Two-Faced Oscar 😂
Of Course man in Real Life everyone gon be there 😂 except wen u down or broke
I'm not a huge Ryan fan, but honestly my heart was with him. He seemed like the underdog, like it was him vs the world. Glad he got this victory
Ryan had 10 million supporters watching this fight he wasn't an underdog 😂😂
@@Puffshepuffthe crowd was cheering for Duarte and booing Ryan after the 4th round and up until the KO 😂😂
@@user-nb8mr2fr6y the "crowd" y'all stretch everything 😂😂😂 and of course texasis full of Mexicans but here in Puerto Rico it was all Ryan hater😂😂😂😂😂
I was with you to but this fight proves a lot this guy is a real boxer .
@Puffshepuff he was most certainly doubted. I didn't check the odds. Wish I did though.
Bro got humbled in his last fight. And believe me, his humbleness will protect him from his own ego . And this same humbleness will make him a great fighter one day.
WHO SAID HE GOT HUMBLED?
THAT IS NOT FACT, JUST YOUR OPINION.
what are you talking about. He's fake humble
I agree
When did he ever have such an ego? Every fighter has ego. That’s how they become great. Ryan has never sounded overly arrogant
Amen 🙏🏽
Ryan was so comfortable that he started using the shoulder roll that he learned from Floyd to piss off de la Hoya 😂
😂😂😂😂😂
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yeah he started using the shoulder roll to piss off De la hoya. Youre a genius
@@ejm1624you sound like salty Oscar fan
That wasn’t the shoulder roll it was the back roll 😂🤦🏻♂️he did it so terrible
Oscar got no death threats for this fight 😂
He’s fake 😂😂
He’s like a shadow. Always there for your brightest moments but never there at your darkest.
What did i miss
😂
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Ryan win Oscar makes sure he’s there but when he loss he left him by himself 👎🏾No Respect for Oscar
I would have too😂😂😂
I like Ryan's character. Kids got heart as well. I like the fact that he's not afraid to show his spiritual side
What character? He’s made a ton of excuses and blamed everyone else but himself in his last fight. No accountability no humility. He wants to use his relationship with god and show one thing. Then you see him doing the exact opposite.
@@Junebug1228hey July bug 🐛 with the hot lady and big forehead, be happy for the fighters
@@lizlana4200 😂
All he said that they left when he lost. He still came out regardless dawg most of these fighters don't
@@franciscochavarria2673 depression is a MF man. I've been through it all even to the point of insanity 🤦🏾♂️. That was the toughest battle so far. We have to start supporting each other and make things righteous again 🫡💯
So De La Hoya decided to show up at the post press conference today 👏👏👏👏
Ikr
Oscar just team Floyd son, couldn’t show face
No death threats buddy. Ryan was the fav for Tank. Many lost a lot that day & clowns blame it on when he wasn't the fighter to this day😂
Well he won finally 😂😂😂
He has to now no matter if there’s a death threat.
I knew Derrick didn't tell him to do that shoulder roll.. 😆 However, CONGRATS Ryan!!🎉
Yeah, cus that look horrible. In fact Ryan looked horrible vs a 135 lbs at 143lbs 😂😂😂
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@@soberanisfam1323who got the KO though!? Stop hating, it was awkward but that was a good fight that most ppl did not expect him to knock Duarte out.
@@soberanisfam1323The boy has not been a professional boxe his entire life. He is learning on the job! shut up
@@PAYROLLNEQ bro , Ryan is a c level fighter who can't hang with teo , Haney, or SHAKUR. Hell ROLLY MIGHT even outbox Ryan. He legit looked like an amateur up there. You must not know much about boxing so I get it
Derek: "don't ever do that shoulder roll shit"
Ryan: "ok"
Did he actually say that? Lmao
Not bad at 143lbs. Still 2/3 yrs from prime. I’m glad he cleared that up about the shoulder roll with Derek.
He is in his prime!!
@@mikeyg9833no he turned away from punches dropped his back hand stepped his right foot over his left
That shoulder roll exposed the back of his head. Getting hit over and over will be detrimental to his long term health.
@@mikeyg9833definitely not i don’t think he ready for the big dogs yet
The round he was running around the ring, it seemed he had some mental health issues going on, the running was crazy if you go back and look at it, the fake shoulder roll was to avoid getting hit in the body and wont work against a Tank or some other good fighter, he got the win and like what Ryan stands for but this win was sketchy and hes not ready at all for Tank again, can he beat Dolly, yes but it wont be easy, Rolly can crack and will expose that mess he was doing in this fight.
After Ryan knocked out Duarte the look on Hopkins and Oscar’s face was priceless. Hopkins was like damn he ain’t playing he found a way to get the job done
Oscar should have also been at the post fight press conference when Ryan lost too
Ikr not just when a person win
Let it go
It's not necessary. a business man is not required to stand beside his investment on every win or loss .
I would pay to watch a Garcia vs. Romero fight
Rolly def makes it interesting 😂
Romero clears. Ryan BARELY won this fight tonight.
@@twoheavensgamingwym Romero can’t even beat a guy who look like he’s 60. Ain’t not way that guy is 40 lol. Romero definitely not lasting long in the boxing
@@jaykayslay8281 they’ve already sparred, and he looked extremely good. Again, Ryan BARELY won this fight. He’s got a huge following so they’ll let him win until he gets to Haney, Shakur, etc.
Once he stopped the shoulder roll and started using his legs the fight changed
You mean when he starting running 🏃♂️ let's keep it real
@@mrrightorwrong6272you dont know boxing , duarte was fightin like a dvmba$$
@mrrightorwrong6272 when he stopped using he Philly cheesecake turtle shell
@@rolandleonardo4486 nah he was using the taco shell that was not a philly shell 😅
@mrrightorwrong6272 bro. Duarte was applying that pressure and Ryan didn't have much answers so he went into survival mode those last few rounds and caught him....that's being a smart boxer..you gotta figure that shit out.
Great to see King humble... maturity at it's finest... congrats Ryan...all dem haters stay 🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫 now!!!
I can't believe so many people were doubting Ryan, The man is a former champion and he's so young. He's only going to get better, insane to me to think no one still saw the potential in him
What World Title has Ryan won? Please let us all know lol
What major real title has he held??
Former champion must be new to boxing . Guess you didn't hear him say I want to become a champion 🤦🏽♂️😂😂😂
Former champion in what division did he win a title ????
Chill guys, let the casuals live 😂
Ryan using shoulder roll is a good thing. EVen though it wasnt effective, he tried something new and which is good. He has intention and courage to improve and he learnt something, he learnt that it didnt work for him.
Exactly and it was effective he used it wrong when he used it in the right ways he was weaving and dodging shots the problem was he tried to use it offensively which u can’t do that unless you’re James tony he should practice it more when and how to use it u use it to counter
I agree. It shutdown some of Duarte offense and it was effective in some parts, however he did get hit in the back of the head a lot. He just needs to work on it
Duarte droped the ball.
Duarte got outboxed and outcoached. Garcia used lateral movement and his jab to find an opening.
He got confident. lost focus.
both low skills af. The fight was boring
He really did. Despite the size difference, I thought Duarte had a strong chance to break Ryan down towards the end, but he just kept letting that left hook make contact. His corner should have told him to double jab and feint in order to bait Ryan's left hook.
bro is so one dimensional. cant punch while moving either
Shout out to Ryan for staying in the pocket and finishing Oscar off. Oscar was crackin Ryan too, but in the end, he was hurt bad and his legs were gone. I was on Ryan's neck for talking such meaningless shit until he fought Tank, but after getting up off the canvas to go 5 more rounds I wasn't mad at him. He showed humility after the loss and I respect that. He has a good chin and hopefully Derek can help elevate his game so we csn see some great fights in the future. Christ the King rules all things! ✊🏾 🕎 12 Tribes Worldwide #Repent
Ryan definitely becomes an interesting story now- his whole development and what still lies ahead of him. Now more humble, grounded, still motivated to learn and try new things- i wish him to be world champion in the future💪🏻🥊
Notice Ryan look much better with Derrick James training him
Much better but I think he can use a better coach.
@@haroldrodriguez3822I agree most definitely made improvements but there’s so much he still could’ve improved on. Derrick has most definitely helped but I don’t think he’s the one for Ryan. I think boots ennis team would be a great fit for Ryan footwork wise and etc I could really see him flourishing with that team. Or who knows maybe I eat my words and Derrick is the one for Ryan🤷🏽♂️
You couldn't say it any better man. If he was to do that, He can deff be a world champion he got so much talent his speed is insane. It's just the footwork combinations and head movements He still can work on and his defense, you no, I think ennis team will be perfectly awesome!!!!!!!!
@@-vll- Derrick deff not the one lol
Congratulations bro .. this guy actually inspires me
Garcia is garbage...inspires you to be garbage
Ryan is growing on me. A lot of people hate but honestly, I can say I thought his whole new demeanor was an act, but I don’t think it is he really has given himself to God has made to improve himself as a boxer. He’s doing all the right thing he used to do and carrying himself in a whole different way these days. Big up Ryan good work tonight G
Ryan looked great! And just think he will only get better.
exactly!
He definitely didn't look great. But it's great to see him jab a lil more and use his feet instead of trying to pressure the whole fight. He definitely isn't ready for the top comp at 140 hence he's building that rolly fight. Rolly isn't a top fighter lol but he is entertaining
Oscar actually showed up to the presser
I like his honesty in this interview!! Definitely worked in his character & humility. Overall enjoyed the KO!!! Great show!
Great fight! Props to both men!
I wasn’t a Ryan fan but he is a decent good kid I’ll root for him 🙏🏽
“By the grace of God, He never gave up on me”
And He hasn’t given up on me 🙏
He was patient and found his shot. As i expected. Not anxious like he was vs. tank. Ryan will be a legend if he just focus on improving after every fight. Great win for his resume 🎉
Enjoy your victory Champ !!! Thanks for giving it your all. The Comeback is here. You're the champion of champions.
He's not a champ? 😂
In the eyes of a fighter from the ring. To the eyes of every one watching on the screen. He is the Champ.
Hell yeah Ry, huge win! You looked much more patient this fight, more grounded in general. Nothing wrong with fighting cautiously and smart. Well done bud
Let's go Ryan
Rooting for you brother
Glad you won tonight 👊👊👊
👊👊
He won't beat Haney, SHAKUR, teofimo with that performance
@@soberanisfam1323who
Shakur a trackstar and haney trash fam dont count on it
@@enriquebernardez7115 lmao you must not know anything about boxing. Easy bet with any of those guys against Ryan. Teo smokes him. Haney and SHAKUR wash him. Hell even ROLLY might pull a SD against Ryan. He looked that bad against a 135lbs fighter at a CATCHWEIGHT of 143lbs lmaoooo
Oscar low key pissed cause he want Duarte to win 😂🤣
I've never been a fan of Garcia, but I really wanted him to win today. He took his first loss against an elite fighter, but other than Teo, no such fighter at 140. I think he was always in control in this fight, he tried a lot of things and did exactly what he was supposed to do when he saw you cannot hard hit Duarte from close range. Derrick James also very good in his corner. I think Ryan will clear the entire 140 division.
How many elite fighters has he fought?
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I agree too, but it will lead to a huge potential fight between him and Haney.
This young man is growing up. I am happy for him and this post fight was hilarious
Great job Ryan, can’t wait to see you in the ring again!!🥊🥊🥊
You can see that Ryan is still perfecting his defense with that “shoulder roll-like” stance….that’s new and eventually will make Ryan an unbeatable legend.
Congratulations Ryan show them a loss don’t end your career especially when you willing to fight fighters who say there great ,your the only one that’s not participating in duck season , I became a fan after the Davis fight and thats difficult to gain fans during a loss I just feel you really wanna fight the best no matter win or lose and thats respectable,now on to the next king
Much love for Ryan Garcia! Willing to box real pros and take risks! Stay humble and I’m a fan my bro!
Oscar being a cheerleader now lol
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 he finna go snort
He got a line in the locker room
When they asked him who do you want next, he didn't think twice about mention tank again, LOL!!!!
I gotta say man the sound is really good!!!
Good work!👍🏾
Great win ryan. That hook is just wow the speed to punch inbetween the punches is just awesome... Just learn to double jab... And work more how to fight on the back foot and on the defends... You have great potential... Rooting for you and exciting to see you stepping up you skills
And the fact that he worked most of his mistakes for this fight shows how much good of a trainer Derrick is. First fight with Ryan and in my opinion this is the best version I’ve seen of Ryan
@@yvngbhrazyy8892 fr i see improvements
Ngl when he look back at the tape he gone learn a lot from this one, couldve looked way better.. a lot to learn still young and plenty of time to enter a real prime. hopefully some good fights comin up
Needs to go Train with Boots coach or Crawford coach and leave Derrick James.
I would be proud to have him as my son, strong mind to recover from what he had mentally, strong body to take the shots he did, Big heart, Respect young man 👍🍺💪 Godly young man
You can tell after he felt that power of durate he wasn't even listening in the corner but when he listen the fight was over. I do want see him fight rolly.
Ryan looked very good to me. I saw him give his back at times but it was not submissive. He was using a modified shoulder roll to help avoid shots and set up his right hand counters, but he was not effective with it. He stayed in the fight despite the constant pressure. We have to give Ryan his props for a nice KO victory. While he was not prefect, he looked very good to me and showed the benefits of his dedication, hard work, and training with Derrick.
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damn i like every answer. Ryan always telling facts
Thanks for the update on Ryan
Great post
First chance he gets Ryan should run from Golden Boy. Congrats to Ryan. Look forward to his next fight.
Notice how Ryan switched sides sitting the opposite side of De La Hoya. 🤣🤣🤣
Always good shows
Yo for real press conference better than the fight congratulations. First hand, witnessing rebirth Good luck going forward in the future with your career with your life with everything. It’s truly about how you feel and it seems like he’s feeling it. Congrats Ryan!!! Let’s goooo
He not in his prime yet y’all, I definitely see a bright future if he continues to learn from each fight
Nah, he is already in his prime. He is 25; most boxers are already dominating at that age, but he definitely has a lot more time to be something. He sticks to his discipline and works with coaches that want to see him win, such as Derrick Jones, who has good coaching skills.
Bro he is in his prime! Early and mid twenties are is where ur reflexes and testosterone are at its peak! This is a young man’s game . Idk why all u casual fans think 30s is prime lol
@@mikeyg9833 prime is when you’re competing AT YOUR BEST! He still has way too much holes in his game to be in his prime.
Also why you mfs always call people you don’t agree with “casuals” 😂 it’s hilarious, you can be called a casual nowadays for voicing your own opinion… y’all WEIRD for that. You should be happy we have these types of conversations because it keeps boxing alive! And if you don’t like that then maybe you’re the casual 🤷🏽♂️
And you know what, maybe he’s just starting his prime, especially with DJ but he definitely NOT in his peak
@@mikeyg9833 and why do you assume I think 30? Lmfao I was thinking more like late 20s (27-28), if he was committed this whole time he would have been in his prime, but he took breaks and was NOT committed.
If he stays committed and learns from his footage with DJ he’ll be in his prime in the next couple years.. it’s not that hard to understand. But I do see why y’all think mid 20s are prime, however, it doesn’t have to do with age, its skill and completeness as a fighter performing AT YOUR PEAK BEST.. the fact that I had to explain that just 🤦🏽♂️
@@mikeyg9833 there are some fans who also think that mayweathers peak prime was 27-30s.. most fighters (maybe not prospected elite fighters) at early 20s and mid 20s not fighting at the TOP LEVEL, they build up to get there UNLESS you market yourself well OR you’re extremely talented
At least Ryan is entertaining before and after the fight. Props.
shakur gone tweet bout this
Tank said that Rolls hits HARD and emphasized it quite a few times, so you know that Rolly is not a walk in the park. He picked up boxing late and is still improving.
I would say Ryan is improving better and rolly leaves himself open
Bro was trying different classes in the ring
😂facts , his jab was nice
ryan needs to ditch oscar asap !!!
He stuck in his contract
It looked like Voldemort from Chamber of Secrets was fighting for Ryan
I had no idea this fight even happened today and now I regret missing it.
Definitely have to give love to Texas, when we say something we always take it personal and will always work towards greatness
I already knew how this fight was gonna be duarte is a great fighter but charging against Ryan not acknowledging thats were Ryan thrive n ko a few dudes is crazy
My boy king Ryan. 🤴 he proved he still got it
Rayan so so fighter
Garcia is garbagr
Im honestly so happy for King Ryan and im not even fan of him. But him being able to stand up for himself against Oscar and Hopkins definitely has my respect.
Very Happy For Him!!! Thank God, he’s recovering
Very competitive fight and although Duarte got KO’ed he was doing some damage in there. Ryan looked strong and fast tonight.
My dude Ryan was doing the Cinnamon Roll in the ring lmfao but great win though dawg💪🥊🔥
😂😂😂
😂😂😂 definitely some other type of roll
The LA Lobster Roll
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Congrats man 🤟👊
Buena entrevista💪💪🥊🥊🥊🙏
I think that Ryan will surely shine at 147 welterweight like Dela Hoya…that’s his idea weight class, can’t wait!!
Congrats to Ryan he got the ko, but brobwas fighting unfairly by turning his back everytime. I've never seen no shit like that. The ref saying he can't hit the back of head or back but not telling Ryan to not turn his back is bogus. He got the ko thoo
I hate that shit too but is that not how the philly shell is supose to work ? is that not how maywater used it ?
@@lobo-uh2tb broths helll nah, don't ever compare that to what Ryan did. Bro was turning his back, any other fight s ref would have told Ryan not to turn his back. This fight he was telling duarte not to hit him in the back and neck. He really didn't have any other angle. Again don't ever disrespect the filly shell like that he did some bs. But I give credit to the fact he gave punches to ko but that's it
@@tevinbrocker6965ryan looked weird using the shell😂
@@tevinbrocker6965 im not a expert in the philly shell thats way i asked and since i dont no eny better it looked the same to me. I remember tank also got hit in the back alot by pitt bull for turning to much so i thought thats how it was supposed to be
Biggest fan bro congrats 💪💪
Great fight Ryan 💫 great kid 💯
Ryan has lot more to improve got better with his movevement and defense thou. I wish he threw more combinations in and out. Its always that hook. It does the job thou lol
Congratulations to Ryan Garcia on the WIN, shout out to Henry and Oscar de La Hoya. Great Job Guys.
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Shoutout to Oscar for what?
The way Oscar talked at the end, is how it should always be. Support your people and shoot for the top...
Thanks for the video!
Other than underestimating King Ryan's toughness and boxing IQ.. I believe the BRIGHT LIGHTS got to Duarte who refused to let his hands go when he hand Ryan in the corner and on the rope's... His corner had to literally tell him when and where to punch.lol All that talk before the fight means nothing if you get out there and freeze... Those Bright lights made Mayweather, Canelo so hard to beat. Now Tank and Ryan have that experience and advantage and their opponents.
No death threats tonight for Oscar?
The size difference and style matchup helped Ryan Garcia greatly, but it's only a matter of time until he gets exposed with the way he fights. I honestly don't see him beating any top 140 fighter, and that's why he's calling out Rolly.
Only if Kambosos moved to 140
He matches up well with anyone aggressive. Tank out thought him
@@crookedwiretap89 Agressive like Garry Maria's Lopez and Regis
@@crookedwiretap89if outthinking means draining someone of all there water and food and saying now hit me now that your near death then he couldn't have been that sure 😂 we all know Ryan would have won if they're wasn't a dehydrated claus
I thought that was a very good performance by Ryan, last night. He must have had some pressure on his shoulders going into that fight, after his loss to Tank Davis. Fair play to him. Well done Ryan.
I watched the fight. Ryan is trying to learn to move and punch. He learned from losing to tank. Working on his foot work and being a counter puncher. I like it when a fighter tries to evolove.
Do not fight tank or teo. Ryan will get hurt bad.
Congrats ryan but you been in texas too long my boy, i hear that accent!! 😆
I love this , Texas made
Love the maturity
The Derreck James Ryan Garcia ... Sticking and Moving ... focused on defense and optimizing space aka spatial awareness is a problem for anyone ... period! That was only their first fight together. I cant wait to see their growth together.
I loved how Derrick was talking/showing to and giving technical instruction to Ryan!
The commentary for that fight was horrible.
Ryan stay with Derrick amd stick and move young Sir!
I’m glad king Ryan is back and better than ever
Ryan needs to learn how to use the Philly shell cause he was making me nervous turning nearly completely away from Duarte. Ryan is getting his man body and filling out. Shots sounded crisp when he would sit down. Needs to not stand so tall though.
Good job homie
Congratulations Ryan. Will always have my respect
That philly shell thing Garcia did made him look like he was getting bullied and made it easier to be fouled in case it came down to points. He's lucky Duarte is kind of already punch drunk he didn't know how to respond to that, he only knows how to respond to fighters that actually look like they want to fight.
Gratitude is the proper attitude.
When you finally find a trainer you can trust 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
That was the worst looking shoulder roll ever...still a great KO though...
Yea soon as he started doing that he started taking a lot of punches
@@Myfavchannel492 facts...that could've cost him the fight
The fight with Duarte was contested at 143 pounds. Duarte, a career 135-pounder, was the smaller man,
Move on
Lol normally the smaller one is faster 🤭
Ima always be a ryan garcia fan. I respect his character as well as his skills.
🎉🎉🎉 party time! 😂 no lie.Oscar and Ryan both seem on that hyped lol
The only thing I don't like is how he hasn't fully accepted the Tank loss and you can tell by the way he talks. Duarte isn't better than Tank in any way, so the credit he's giving Duarte is weird. Maybe he just shouldn't mention Tank anymore and keep boxing and hopefully racking up the Ws.
It’s an ego thing. Accepting another man is better than you is hard to do.