Ryan Garcia to Face Rukiya Anpo in Highly Anticipated Exhibition Bout

Rukiya Anpo, a 29-year-old kickboxing phenom, is set to face boxer Ryan Garcia in an exhibition match at RIZIN DECADE on December 30 in Tokyo. Anpo, a former K-1 kickboxing world champion, has recently gained attention for his aggressive performance against boxing legend Manny Pacquiao in an exhibition fight in July. Despite his formidable showing, the fight was declared a draw due to the absence of a knockout under exhibition rules.

The introductory press conference for the Garcia vs. Anpo bout took place on Tuesday in Beverly Hills, California, and was available for live streaming. This event marked the first face-to-face encounter between the two fighters before their upcoming match. The press conference was notable for its tense atmosphere, particularly highlighted by a tense staredown between Garcia and Anpo.

Ryan Garcia, known as ‘The Golden Boy,’ is returning to the ring after a significant layoff. However, he is currently serving a one-year suspension handed down by the New York State Athletic Commission following a positive drug test in April. Despite this, Garcia is eager to make a strong comeback and has expressed motivation to secure a finish in the fight, inspired by Anpo’s aggressive style against Pacquiao.

Anpo has also spoken out about the upcoming fight, criticizing Garcia’s unprofessionalism during the press conference. The tension between the two fighters is expected to add to the anticipation and excitement surrounding their exhibition bout.