Last year, former two-division champion Danny Garcia stepped back into the ring to face Erislandy Lara, a return that didn’t unfold as planned for the 37-year-old. Many believed the ‘Swift’ from Philadelphia had reached the twilight of his career and should focus on his growing promotional ventures instead. Yet, the urge to lace up the gloves one more time proved irresistible.
On Saturday night at the Barclays Center in New York, Garcia squared off against Daniel Gonzalez in his farewell bout. The veteran dismantled the 35-year-old with precision and power before finishing him with a stunning fourth-round knockout. In the aftermath, Garcia stopped short of confirming retirement, hinting that he might not be done just yet. Despite his impressive performance, the event itself fell short