In the aftermath of a heated exchange on social media, Ryan Garcia has now challenged MMA icon Conor McGregor to a proposed a bare-knuckle showdown.
The confrontation began when McGregor issued a stern warning to Garcia after news surfaced of the boxer failing his PED test.
Garcia’s failed tests were conducted both on the day before and on the eve of his recent victory. The 25-year-old boxer also exceeded the weight limit by 3lbs and tested positive for ostarine. However, these findings only surfaced after the match.
On Friday afternoon, the boxer replied on social media by saying: “If I see Conor McGregor I’m going to break your weak a** ankle.”
Additionally, Garcia accused McGregor of evading PED tests, insinuating the UFC star’s involvement with ste**ids.
He also said: “You ran from being tested (because) you were on Roids.”
Throwing in the challenge for a bare knuckle brawl, he said: “Winner gets your trash a** whiskey brand (Proper No. Twelve)”
McGregor is currently getting ready for a UFC return after a three-year hiatus. He previously intensified the feud with a scathing rant against Garcia.
He wrote in a since-deleted tweet: “GET YOUR HEAD TOGETHER OR KILL YOURSELF. Cheated the weight and was juiced, lifetime ban. Sad to see, sad to say. Sad and a bit sick. Don’t come near me if I ever see you again Ryan Garcia.”
‘I am actually disgusted… If I was Haney’s dad you’re dead no matter what for doing that. Crazy. What the f*** happened to you, you little fool. Get your head together (because) I’m gonna smash it in with elbows if you don’t. Fair play Devin well done. Your performance has just become even more heroic.”
McGregor’s remarks not only targeted Garcia but also extended to fellow UFC contender Sean O’Malley, who previously tested positive for ostarine.
Garcia currently maintains his innocence, adamantly denying any PED usage.