Will Ryan Garcia fight Devin Haney again is a big thing in the sport despite what a small few say. Let’s take a look at it.
So many fights are being discussed for both Garcia and Haney at the moment.
Lamont Roach, Shakur Stevenson, Rolly Romero, Conor Benn and more.
But the fact remains the biggest fight not only in America but worldwide for both is the rematch.
Here are 15 facts we believe on the chances of Ryan Garcia fighting Devin Haney again:
- Garcia and Haney fought in April 2024 — Garcia won by majority decision but it was ruled a no-contest after he tested positive for ostarine.
- Both now hold welterweight titles: Garcia has the one (won vs. Mario Barrios in Feb 2026), Haney has the another.
- A rematch is frequently discussed as a major unification fight at 147 lbs and one of boxing’s biggest possible bouts in 2026.
- Devin Haney’s promotional team announced a targeted date of September 5, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
- Ryan Garcia has publicly said he wants Haney next, calling it “hopefully Devin Haney next” after other plans shifted.
- Garcia has offered to fight Haney as soon as July 2026 and claims he would beat him again easily.
- Haney has said he’s open to the rematch but wants strict drug testing and realistic negotiations.
- Negotiations for Haney vs. Rolando Romero (a unification) have fallen apart as of early April 2026, clearing the path toward Garcia.
- Oscar De La Hoya (Garcia’s promoter) has called the rematch the fight that “should happen next.”
- Both fighters have expressed interest in making it happen for big money and unfinished business.
- Hurdles remain: past drug testing issues, purse disputes, and Haney wanting “the right way” this time.
- Garcia’s recent strong win over Barrios has increased momentum and made him the likely favorite in a rematch.
- Haney has moved on from lawsuits and is focused on big welterweight options, with Garcia at the top.
- As of mid-April 2026, the fight is gaining strong traction but not yet officially signed.
- Most analysts and promoters see a high chance (70%+) it gets made for summer/fall 2026 because it’s the biggest money fight available for both.
When all is said and done, the beef between the two still exists and is very real.
This makes for a huge rematch as well after everything that has gone on since the first fight.
Both will have points to prove.
Crucially as well fans want to see the fight — the demand for it is unreal.
Garcia vs Haney 2 will be a massive fight in the US in particular.
It makes sense in all ways for the bout to happen.
