“Drink responsibly” – Conor McGregor slams Ryan Garcia haters who doubted superstar boxer for Devin Haney fight

Conor McGregor went to bat for Ryan Garcia in his usual brash fashion. The outspoken Irishman unleashed a fiery rant aimed at critics of the young boxer. McGregor’s verbal assault came after Garcia’s upset win over Devin Haney. Most fans and analysts believed Haney would emerge victorious due to Garcia’s confusing antics in the lead-up to the fight.

Ryan Garcia defeated Devin Haney via a majority decision. Conor McGregor heaped praise on both Garcia and his defeated opponent, Haney. He further raged about the Garcia doubters. The former two-division UFC champ seemed amped about the 25-year-old’s incredible victory. He congratulated Garcia and wished him a bright future ahead.

Yup Jesus and the sesh! Ya’s know f**k all, peasants, stay out of our ear! Well in Garcia...... Stay strong kid, believe in the Lord’s guidance and keep it tight like frogs a** in Versace lad hahaha yes! Well in! Jesus is King so don’t go against what he tells you personally and internally. Keep it right and good luck lil’ bro. Drink responsibly @ProperWhiskey and @ForgedStout everynight.

Conor McGregor via X

McGregor sees similarities between himself and young Garcia’s indomitable spirit. After all, the Irish megastar has himself suffered devastating setbacks. These include his losses against Nate Diaz and Khabib Nurmagomedov, as well as breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier. McGregor himself is on the verge of a comeback against Michael Chandler. 

Conor McGregor also praised Garcia’s belief in Jesus Christ. Ryan Garcia and Conor McGregor have a good relationship. It was evident when McGregor came backstage to cheer up Garcia after the boxer lost for the first time in his career. Someone who motivates others during the hard times will be happy for them in the good times. This is what McGregor’s relationship with ‘King Ry’ looks like.

Conor McGregor had a piece of advice for Ryan Garcia after loss to Gervonta Davis

The fight between Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis was an exciting one. Davis went on to win the fight via TKO in the seventh round. The 25-year-old Garcia believed the weight stipulation significantly hindered his performance against “Tank.” Even Conor McGregor wanted to see it run back again, but with a stipulation.

Conor McGregor was backstage with Garcia and his team. He motivated the young boxer to bounce back and keep his head high. McGregor’s wish for Garcia to rematch Davis was one thing that stuck out.

I wanna see it again. I wanna see it again with no rehydration clause.

Conor McGregor via backstage footage at Davis vs. Garcia

A rehydration clause in boxing is a contractual agreement between two boxers. This clause restricts a boxer from gaining weight after the official weigh-in. This will restrict a fighter’s water intake after the weigh-ins. McGregor felt the rehydration played a part in Garcia’s loss.

Without rehydration, a fighter will not fight at his very best with Garcia’s performance against Davis indicating as such. He did not perform well against ‘Tank.’ Moreover, without any such clauses, Garcia performed much better against Haney. As such, it remains to be seen if ‘King Ry’ goes for a rematch against Gervonta Davis without a rehydration clause.

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