Conor McGregor, the former UFC champion, publicly criticized boxer Ryan Garcia for alleged doping violations in a tweet that has since been deleted. McGregor’s outburst came following reports that Garcia tested positive for Ostarine prior to his fight against Devin Haney. Garcia, who won the fight despite failing to make weight, has denied these doping allegations. McGregor compared Garcia’s situation to a previous doping scandal in the UFC, calling for Garcia to be banned for life and threatening to confront Garcia and Haney in person.

In another realm of boxing, tension is evident between promoter Oscar De La Hoya and former protégé Canelo Álvarez. De La Hoya stated that there is “no relationship whatsoever” with Canelo, focusing instead on the upcoming fight between Jaime Munguía and Canelo. De La Hoya, who manages rising boxing star Ryan Garcia, expressed his support for Munguía over Canelo in their forthcoming match, despite ongoing personal and professional challenges, including the recent controversy over Garcia’s positive drug test. This situation has reignited debates around doping and fairness in combat sports, encapsulating the complexities of relationships and integrity in boxing.