The Controversial Referee in the Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney Fight
Kosport Magazine – 04/21/2024
The recent fight between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney has been making headlines for more than just the outcome. Referee Harvey Dock has come under fire for his questionable decisions during the match, with both fighters and fans criticizing his actions.
UFC welterweight Matt Brown was one of the many who spoke out against Dock’s performance, particularly in the seventh round where Garcia knocked down Haney. Brown believes that Dock’s actions heavily favored Haney and ultimately cost Garcia a potential knockout win.
But Brown also acknowledges the difficult job that referees have, especially in a heated grudge match like this one. However, he still believes that Dock deserves the criticism he’s receiving for his mistakes in the seventh round.
Despite the controversy surrounding the referee, Garcia still managed to secure a majority decision win over Haney. Brown praises Garcia for sticking to his game plan and using his power to his advantage, even if it meant an “ugly” fight.
In the end, Brown believes that Garcia’s ability to pull Haney into an “ugly” fight is what ultimately won him the victory. And while it may not have been the prettiest match, it’s still a significant accomplishment for Garcia.
Listen to new episodes of The Fighter vs. The Writer every Tuesday on Kosport Magazine’s podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
