S1 Ep835: Tim Tsyzu was matched wrong? DLH hostage to Ryan Garcia Tactics?

In this episode of "Leave It in the Ring," we are honored to welcome 20-year veteran manager Ernesto Torres de Villa, who has dedicated two decades to guiding fighters in the boxing world. During our conversation, Ernesto offers a candid and heartfelt account of how the pressures and demands of managing professional fighters took a significant toll on his personal life. He shares how this journey ultimately led to the dissolution of his marriage, pushing him into a deep emotional low where he seriously contemplated walking away from the sport he loves.

However, in a moment of introspection, Ernesto realized that he owed it to himself and the sacrifices he had made not to give up on his passion. He expressed his resolve by stating, "I didn't want to lose everything for nothing, so I continued on." Through his experiences, Ernesto came to understand that boxing had become not just a career, but an addiction that he needed to navigate carefully.

Additionally, we delve into the controversial tactics employed by mega star Ryan Garcia and explore the potential implications for his promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, who serves as the CEO of Golden Boy Promotions. We discuss whether Oscar has felt trapped by the overwhelming financial success that Ryan brings to the company, as well as the challenges that arise from such a high-profile partnership. With Ryan currently facing a suspension, we turn our attention to whether a rematch with Devin Haney is still warranted and whether boxing fans maintain a strong interest in the matchup.

In the latter part of our discussion, we focus on Tim Tsyzu, who recently suffered a knockout loss in the ring. We analyze whether this defeat was the result of poor matchmaking and strategy on his team's part, or if there were other factors at play that contributed to the outcome of the fight. This episode offers a deep dive into the complexities of boxing management and the emotional experiences of those within the sport.