Erislandy Lara Defeats Danny Garcia in Title Fight

In a lackluster bout on the Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga undercard, Erislandy Lara defeated Danny Garcia by TKO in the ninth round, retaining his WBA middleweight title. The fight was characterized by minimal action, with Lara landing 63 punches to Garcia's 33, leading to widespread boos from the crowd throughout the contest. Garcia, who hadn't fought in two years and was attempting to win a title in a new weight class, admitted he struggled to find his rhythm, stating, 'It wasn’t my night.' After the fight, Garcia's father hinted at a possible retirement, leaving his son's future uncertain. Both fighters are veterans nearing the end of their careers, and the match raised concerns about poor matchmaking, as neither competitor appeared ready for the challenge. The bout ultimately failed to impress, leaving fans disappointed with the performance of both fighters.