“Catchweights, rehydration clauses, late weigh-ins,” Oscar De La Hoya takes aim at Gervonta Davis over ‘petty requirements’ for Ryan Garcia fight

Retired professional boxer Oscar De La Hoya is one of the most prominent fighters in boxing. His impressive skills in the ring and fast hands made him a star in the 1990s. Oscar De La Hoya has also won several world championship titles in his career. That’s not all, the fighter boasts a professional record of 39 wins and 6 losses. Since his retirement, De La Hoya has become a successful promoter in the sport. He is one of the main reasons for the rise in popularity of fighters like Ryan Garcia.

His recent promotional venture involves the mega fight between lightweight boxers Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis. This much-anticipated fight has been talked about for years. The elusiveness that ‘Tank’ brings to the table combined with ‘KingRy’s accuracy will be a feast for fans when they collide. In a recent press conference, the promoter of Garcia, Oscar De La Hoya had accused Gervonta Davis of having ‘petty requirements’ ahead of the fight.

“I look at Tank’s team’s actions throughout the whole promotion. I am left to wonder, do they really think this guy is ready?” says Oscar De La Hoya. He then proceeds to say, “Catchweights and rehydration clauses, late afternoon weigh-ins. All of these small petty requirements point to a team that looks to protect their fighter.” “Why would they protect their fighter unless they don’t think ‘maybe he’s not ready for his this moment?’ right,” says De La Hoya.

“I really believe that Tank’s team is worried he’s[Gervonta Davis] going to lose,” said De La Hoya indicating the requirements to be a sign of fear. “And when you’re a fighter, nothing feels worse than your team not believing in you,” concluded Oscar regarding the alleged requests made from Gervonta’s time.

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Gervonta Davis’ promoter Leonard Ellerbe responds to Oscar De La Hoya’s accusations

The lead-up to the Ryan Garcia vs Gervonta Davis fight has been intense. Both fighters look ready and are willing to put on a performance. Gervonta believes that he is the best version of himself and will knock out Garcia in the earlier rounds. But, Ryan’s promoter Oscar De La Hoya disagrees. In the press conference, Oscar made an abundance of accusations against ‘Tank.’

The retired boxer accused Davis and his team of requesting ‘petty requirements’ ahead of their bout. Demands like hydration clauses and catch weights were a few. But, Gervonta Davis’ promoter Leonard Ellerbe decided to step in and defend his fighter and his team.

“We believe in Tank a thousand percent,” said Ellerbe. “So when it comes to you, you have no room to talk about anything.” “We’ve been the A-side in this situation, and that’s how the A-side carries itself,” said Ellerbe regarding their lead-up. Oscar De La Hoya interjects and asks, “By rehydrating a fighter?” To which, Leonard continues, “Like I said, you’ve been sleeping under the f******* wheel for many, many years.”

“That’s exactly why we took all your f****** fighters and Floyd [Floyd Mayweather] beat them all,” said Ellerbe. This was in reference to the fact that Floyd Mayweather had won against boxers that Oscar De La Hoya was promoting. “While you been sleeping under the f******* wheel and it’s going to be no different. Just come to Saturday night. Tank Davis[winning] by KO like I’ve been saying, and it might be early. Thank you,” concludes promoter Leonard Ellerbe of Mayweather Promotions.

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