Ryan Garcia to Face Rukiya Anpo in December Exhibition Match

Despite suspension, Garcia plans to fight Anpo in Tokyo under special exhibition rules.

Ryan Garcia will fight Japanese kickboxer Rukiya Anpo in an exhibition bout on December 30 in Tokyo.
The match will consist of eight two-minute rounds at a catchweight of 153 lbs, with no official winner unless a knockout occurs.
Garcia is currently serving a one-year suspension for a positive drug test and cannot participate in sanctioned professional fights until April 2025.
Garcia's suspension followed a positive test for the banned substance ostarine after his overturned victory against Devin Haney.
Garcia has expressed interest in fighting Jake Paul next year, positioning it as a way to avenge Mike Tyson's recent loss to Paul.