"Tell the bartender to cut these two off" - Fans react as Ryan Garcia throws left hook challenge to Jon Jones in 13-second video
Ryan Garcia's recent left-hook challenge to Jon Jones has caught the attention of fans worldwide. Many chastised Garcia for his remark, while others teased him about the consequences if the boxing star did something like that.
Garcia and Jones marked their presence at Noche UFC 306, which took place this past Saturday at the Las Vegas Sphere. The two were seemingly enjoying the historic event, as the 26-year-old was spotted casually rapping alongside Jones.
Garcia humoroulsy hinted at knocking out Jones, saying:
''I don't care, I'm still gonna try hit him with the left hook. It might not work, but I'm gonna try and sh*t.''
Check out Ryan Garcia and Jon Jones' interaction below (via Happy Punch on X):
Fans soon rushed to the comments section to share their reactions.
One fan wrote:
''Someone please tell the bartender to cut these two off.''
Another fan stated:
''Yo Keep Jones away from garcia!!! We all know how that party goes down!''
Other fans wrote:
''Please make sure Bones gets back to New Mexico without any run ins with law enforcement. He’s got a fight coming up.''
''Legend has it that this is the last thing ryan garcia said before he got murdered by jon jones hands''
Check out more reactions below:
This isn't the first time, as earlier this year Garcia took to X and posted a hypothetical matchup between him and Jones if the two were intoxicated, writing:
''Ok hypothetically, hear me out. Jon Jones vs Ryan Garcia. We are both coked out. WHO WINS????''
As for the combat sports scene, UFC CEO Dana White recently announced Jones' return to the octagon in a heavyweight showdown against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. Meanwhile, Garcia is currently serving a one-year suspension after testing positive for Ostarine in his fight with Devin Haney.