Ryan Garcia's Boxing Future Clouded as He Eyes Jake Paul Fight

Ryan Garcia's planned exhibition with Rukiya Anpo faces uncertainty, while he challenges Jake Paul for a potential blockbuster fight in 2025.

Ryan Garcia, currently serving a suspension until April 2025 for a failed drug test, has announced plans for an exhibition fight against Rukiya Anpo on December 30, though its status remains unconfirmed due to promoter disputes.
Golden Boy Promotions, which manages Garcia, claims no approval has been granted for the Anpo fight, casting doubt on its likelihood of proceeding.
Garcia has publicly called out Jake Paul, vowing to 'end' his boxing career, and believes a matchup could generate significant pay-per-view sales, potentially exceeding 1.5 million buys.
Jake Paul, fresh off a victory over Mike Tyson, has not formally responded to Garcia's challenge, but the proposed fight has sparked interest among fans and the boxing community.
The Garcia-Anpo exhibition, set to occur under special rules, would not impact professional records, and Garcia has framed it as preparation for his return to professional boxing in 2025.