[BOXING]: RYAN GARCIA vs EMMANUEL TAGOE - April 9

[og kush420]

Latest update: Ryan Garcia is back via unanimous decision win against Tagoe, not the kind of fight that we want to see, we want an explosive Garcia and knock out Tagoe but Ryan is having a hard time because Tagoe is always on the run and hugging Ryan I like it better this way Ryan shows aggressiveness and endurance it's hard to chance a fighter who is running away, Tagoe is a big disappointment on this fight.

The scorecards are in. Judges Tom Carusone and Ellis Johnson both score the bout 119 to 108, while Lisa Giampa has it a tad closer at 118-109, all in favor of Garcia.

Fighting for survival, that's what on Tagoe's mind going into the fight. Ryan is bigger than him and has heavy hands so we can't blame Tagoe for fighting scared. With DAZN handling his career now, I hope that they will maximize his potential and not rush him with a championship fight at this stage of his career. Good that he is not calling out champions anymore lol.

Nice... I didn't see that coming, I was thinking that Ryan Garcia could KO Tagoe but Tagoe was literally playing a survival mode. Nice with by Garcia, this fight tells the fans that he is prepared to engage in a real fight. Congrats @bisdak40, that's a wonderful odds.

I even forget that this fight was scheduled for today. I missed it badly, I could have had an opportunity to win like bisdak. haha. Anyway, better luck next time for me, that 4.75 odds is really a good one, can't have that most of the time especially in boxing fights.

Would I look stupid to ask what is this odd you are talking about. I was following the fight and came to learnt this, I am not much familiar with this.
Can anyone explain what is this?
Thanking in advance!

[robelneo]

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

It takes two to Tango and Tagoe is not cooperative, he is not there to win he is just there to hang on, he doesn't want a knockout coming from Ryan on his resume, he wants one of the guys who extends Ryan to a full 10 rounds, it's very disappointing to see a match like this, but what can you expect from a b or c level fighter.
Ryan still has to fight a fighter coming from top levels to assure himself that the demons are all gone, baed on this fight it's not yet, you are not getting a good mark fighting guys like this.

[Baofeng]

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

It takes two to Tango and Tagoe is not cooperative, he is not there to win he is just there to hang on, he doesn't want a knockout coming from Ryan on his resume, he wants one of the guys who extends Ryan to a full 10 rounds, it's very disappointing to see a match like this, but what can you expect from a b or c level fighter.
Ryan still has to fight a fighter coming from top levels to assure himself that the demons are all gone, baed on this fight it's not yet, you are not getting a good mark fighting guys like this.

It is expected that he will just hang on with Ryan because he is afraid to get knock out. And too much for him talking about him giving Ryan a hard time, hhehehe. He is obvious just a cherry pick for Ryan to knock out though, but it didn't happen but still good for him to take this win and boost his confidence again.

[TimeTeller]

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

It takes two to Tango and Tagoe is not cooperative, he is not there to win he is just there to hang on, he doesn't want a knockout coming from Ryan on his resume, he wants one of the guys who extends Ryan to a full 10 rounds, it's very disappointing to see a match like this, but what can you expect from a b or c level fighter.
Ryan still has to fight a fighter coming from top levels to assure himself that the demons are all gone, baed on this fight it's not yet, you are not getting a good mark fighting guys like this.

It is expected that he will just hang on with Ryan because he is afraid to get knock out. And too much for him talking about him giving Ryan a hard time, hhehehe. He is obvious just a cherry pick for Ryan to knock out though, but it didn't happen but still good for him to take this win and boost his confidence again.

On the below article, it discusses the flaws of Garcia -

https://www.boxing247.com/boxing-news/ryan-garcia-dominates-emmanuel-tagoe-boxing-results/218113

So for the next boxer who will fight Garcia, he may want to check out those above pointers.
But he may change his tactics as it was like a comeback fight after a long break.
Though it is a cherry pick for Garcia, Tagoe managed to finished the 12 rounds but he was more on the Rigo's style here.

[harizen]

On the below article, it discusses the flaws of Garcia -

https://www.boxing247.com/boxing-news/ryan-garcia-dominates-emmanuel-tagoe-boxing-results/218113

So for the next boxer who will fight Garcia, he may want to check out those above pointers.
But he may change his tactics as it was like a comeback fight after a long break.
Though it is a cherry pick for Garcia, Tagoe managed to finished the 12 rounds but he was more on the Rigo's style here.

Hmm, a good reference but I doubt can be used as an effective tool to counter Ryan Garcia.

As always, boxers are adjusting while in the actual fight. Those strategies that were planned beforehand or during training are not mostly executed on the day of the fight because situations vary and their respective opponents are also changing strategies from time to time.

Who's next for Ryan Garcia? Let's wait.

[chaser15]

Fighting for survival, that's what on Tagoe's mind going into the fight. Ryan is bigger than him and has heavy hands so we can't blame Tagoe for fighting scared. With DAZN handling his career now, I hope that they will maximize his potential and not rush him with a championship fight at this stage of his career. Good that he is not calling out champions anymore lol.

Nice hitting your bet. Most people expect that the fight will end up in Technical Knock Out since they think Tagoe is just a practice session for Ryan Garcia.

Tagoe really tries to keep up the whole time and tries to avoid being KO. Watching the highlights, Garcia really struggles to make an impressive win. It was reported that it's the first time he fought past 10 rounds since 2018.

After the fight, Garcia said that he is both frustrated and satisfied with his performance. It means, he really has a hard time taking down Tagoe.

[Naficopa]

I almost forgot the fight is scheduled for 9th. I was following the thread and missed the D-day. I read it on internet that Ryan Garcia has gone the 12-round distance for the first time in his career, in scoring a unanimous-decision victory over Emmanuel Tagoe.Congrats to the champion

[mirakal]

Latest update: Ryan Garcia is back via unanimous decision win against Tagoe, not the kind of fight that we want to see, we want an explosive Garcia and knock out Tagoe but Ryan is having a hard time because Tagoe is always on the run and hugging Ryan I like it better this way Ryan shows aggressiveness and endurance it's hard to chance a fighter who is running away, Tagoe is a big disappointment on this fight.

That's what those boxers do when they felt the power of their opponent except for the few warriors who actually clash with their opponent in the middle of the ring even though their opponent's punches are explosives. We saw earlier a fighter that doesn't really suffice our expectations which is not really bad at all because Ryan stayed undefeated and can still showcase his boxing skills for us in his future big fights.

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

Tagoe is trying to avoid those solid punches from Garcia. Those punches that landed on him keep bringing him down. It's nice to see Garcia is back on his rhythm expect more quality fights after this. Garcia is still young and now that he is back, for sure, promoters will take these opportunities to call for another sensational fighter to take him.

Congrats to all those who won too bad we don't see toe-to-toe engagements between the two, but likewise, a win still a win.

Tagoe tried to entertain Garcia and tried to exchange some of that blows but in the first few rounds he suddenly realized that he cannot withstand those punches and he can't keep up with his speed, so the only last resort is to try and survive the fight without getting a defeat by a KO. Later on, it's like I'm seeing Rigo again hehe.

Now, Ryan Garcia is back. We'll see if they can get a fight with Kambosos Jr.

[carlfebz2]

Latest update: Ryan Garcia is back via unanimous decision win against Tagoe, not the kind of fight that we want to see, we want an explosive Garcia and knock out Tagoe but Ryan is having a hard time because Tagoe is always on the run and hugging Ryan I like it better this way Ryan shows aggressiveness and endurance it's hard to chance a fighter who is running away, Tagoe is a big disappointment on this fight.

That's what those boxers do when they felt the power of their opponent except for the few warriors who actually clash with their opponent in the middle of the ring even though their opponent's punches are explosives. We saw earlier a fighter that doesn't really suffice our expectations which is not really bad at all because Ryan stayed undefeated and can still showcase his boxing skills for us in his future big fights.

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

Tagoe is trying to avoid those solid punches from Garcia. Those punches that landed on him keep bringing him down. It's nice to see Garcia is back on his rhythm expect more quality fights after this. Garcia is still young and now that he is back, for sure, promoters will take these opportunities to call for another sensational fighter to take him.

Congrats to all those who won too bad we don't see toe-to-toe engagements between the two, but likewise, a win still a win.

Tagoe tried to entertain Garcia and tried to exchange some of that blows but in the first few rounds he suddenly realized that he cannot withstand those punches and he can't keep up with his speed, so the only last resort is to try and survive the fight without getting a defeat by a KO. Later on, it's like I'm seeing Rigo again hehe.

Now, Ryan Garcia is back. We'll see if they can get a fight with Kambosos Jr.

Garcia had speculated to finish off the fight 3-4th round but he had missed it out due for Tagoe is really keeps on evading and running and its true that i do see Rigo on him but somewhat he do really make out

some good counters too and this guy does have that stamina considering on lasting 12 rounds.The fight ends up on UD and i dont see that Garcia is really in good shape yet those punches are little bit off
and most of them are swings not into that typical precise shots made. Just because of new trainer?

[Fatunad]

Latest update: Ryan Garcia is back via unanimous decision win against Tagoe, not the kind of fight that we want to see, we want an explosive Garcia and knock out Tagoe but Ryan is having a hard time because Tagoe is always on the run and hugging Ryan I like it better this way Ryan shows aggressiveness and endurance it's hard to chance a fighter who is running away, Tagoe is a big disappointment on this fight.

That's what those boxers do when they felt the power of their opponent except for the few warriors who actually clash with their opponent in the middle of the ring even though their opponent's punches are explosives. We saw earlier a fighter that doesn't really suffice our expectations which is not really bad at all because Ryan stayed undefeated and can still showcase his boxing skills for us in his future big fights.

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

Tagoe is trying to avoid those solid punches from Garcia. Those punches that landed on him keep bringing him down. It's nice to see Garcia is back on his rhythm expect more quality fights after this. Garcia is still young and now that he is back, for sure, promoters will take these opportunities to call for another sensational fighter to take him.

Congrats to all those who won too bad we don't see toe-to-toe engagements between the two, but likewise, a win still a win.

Tagoe tried to entertain Garcia and tried to exchange some of that blows but in the first few rounds he suddenly realized that he cannot withstand those punches and he can't keep up with his speed, so the only last resort is to try and survive the fight without getting a defeat by a KO. Later on, it's like I'm seeing Rigo again hehe.

Now, Ryan Garcia is back. We'll see if they can get a fight with Kambosos Jr.

Garcia had speculated to finish off the fight 3-4th round but he had missed it out due for Tagoe is really keeps on evading and running and its true that i do see Rigo on him but somewhat he do really make out

some good counters too and this guy does have that stamina considering on lasting 12 rounds.The fight ends up on UD and i dont see that Garcia is really in good shape yet those punches are little bit off
and most of them are swings not into that typical precise shots made. Just because of new trainer?

Yes it ends up on Unanimous decision
(119-110, 119-110, 118-109).

You could really see that he overwhelmed his opponent as you can see on Round 1. He cant keep up with the speed of Garcia
thats why he do really run and even clinching on later rounds just to survive.

[Kelvinid]

@Rufsilf, I think this thread should be closed now as it already serves its purpose.
Job well done for Ryan Garcia, although he was not able to knockout Tagoe but winning is important and it wasn't a hard fight for him.

[ufaiz50]

Tagoe managed to exposed the weakness of Ryan Garcia that is nice that he managed to do it but the problem is if Garcia is now fulfilling this shortcomes he has but I think a few months of training is not enough though even if he can train those weaknesses I think it is not yet or far to be perfect.

[Maslate]

Tagoe managed to exposed the weakness of Ryan Garcia that is nice that he managed to do it but the problem is if Garcia is now fulfilling this shortcomes he has but I think a few months of training is not enough though even if he can train those weaknesses I think it is not yet or far to be perfect.

I like to ask, what was the weakness you are talking about?

Sorry, because I believe Ryan Garcia really dominated the fight and Tagoe was just there to survive and take a good cut on that fight.
Did Tagoe even hurt Ryan Garcia? If Tagoe goes for a toe to toe fight, for sure that would not last 12 rounds.

[d3nz]

I like to ask, what was the weakness you are talking about?

Sorry, because I believe Ryan Garcia really dominated the fight and Tagoe was just there to survive and take a good cut on that fight.
Did Tagoe even hurt Ryan Garcia? If Tagoe goes for a toe to toe fight, for sure that would not last 12 rounds.

I think he is talking about this article

On the below article, it discusses the flaws of Garcia -

https://www.boxing247.com/boxing-news/ryan-garcia-dominates-emmanuel-tagoe-boxing-results/218113

But, I don't think so since Ryan Garcia can change his style and even he fights a boxer it will depend if they can make up with him with his speed.

[Distinctin]

Latest update: Ryan Garcia is back via unanimous decision win against Tagoe, not the kind of fight that we want to see, we want an explosive Garcia and knock out Tagoe but Ryan is having a hard time because Tagoe is always on the run and hugging Ryan I like it better this way Ryan shows aggressiveness and endurance it's hard to chance a fighter who is running away, Tagoe is a big disappointment on this fight.

That's what those boxers do when they felt the power of their opponent except for the few warriors who actually clash with their opponent in the middle of the ring even though their opponent's punches are explosives. We saw earlier a fighter that doesn't really suffice our expectations which is not really bad at all because Ryan stayed undefeated and can still showcase his boxing skills for us in his future big fights.

Yeah, it was very clear that Tagoe strategy is not to engage Ryan and just run, and as you can see the crowd is not very happy and you can hear the boos. But you can't do anything about it, if the other one doesn't want to fight toe to toe then it's not Ryan's fault. Nevertheless, a win is a win so he is back and it seems that he has matured though, no more name calling after the fight.

Tagoe is trying to avoid those solid punches from Garcia. Those punches that landed on him keep bringing him down. It's nice to see Garcia is back on his rhythm expect more quality fights after this. Garcia is still young and now that he is back, for sure, promoters will take these opportunities to call for another sensational fighter to take him.

Congrats to all those who won too bad we don't see toe-to-toe engagements between the two, but likewise, a win still a win.

Tagoe tried to entertain Garcia and tried to exchange some of that blows but in the first few rounds he suddenly realized that he cannot withstand those punches and he can't keep up with his speed, so the only last resort is to try and survive the fight without getting a defeat by a KO. Later on, it's like I'm seeing Rigo again hehe.

Now, Ryan Garcia is back. We'll see if they can get a fight with Kambosos Jr.

Garcia had speculated to finish off the fight 3-4th round but he had missed it out due for Tagoe is really keeps on evading and running and its true that i do see Rigo on him but somewhat he do really make out

some good counters too and this guy does have that stamina considering on lasting 12 rounds.The fight ends up on UD and i dont see that Garcia is really in good shape yet those punches are little bit off
and most of them are swings not into that typical precise shots made. Just because of new trainer?

I thought that Garcia could really make that happen because he managed to knock down Tagoe in the 2nd round, but the latter became so fast on escaping Garcia's punches while he's trying to shake that effect and he realized that he can't just defeat Ryan Garcia with his current power.

In the first 2 rounds, yes a good counters can be seen from Tagoe but after he knocked down he don't usually go and exchange punches as it could really put him in a dangerous situation where he could be knocked out. Also, I think that he already had that stamina because he didn't fight Garcia for a toe-to-toe because if he did then he wouldn't last 12 rounds as he would be gassed out first.

[carlfebz2]

I thought that Garcia could really make that happen because he managed to knock down Tagoe in the 2nd round, but the latter became so fast on escaping Garcia's punches while he's trying to shake that effect and he realized that he can't just defeat Ryan Garcia with his current power.

In the first 2 rounds, yes a good counters can be seen from Tagoe but after he knocked down he don't usually go and exchange punches as it could really put him in a dangerous situation where he could be knocked out. Also, I think that he already had that stamina because he didn't fight Garcia for a toe-to-toe because if he did then he wouldn't last 12 rounds as he would be gassed out first.

Tagoe was making some arguments that it wasnt a down but if we would really be seeing in slow motion it was indeed a down where that punch landed on his cheek-part which is damn fast and swift.

He had realized that it would really be that dangerous if he goes to belt to belt in exchange with punches with Garcia.You could really see the difference in terms of speed and power.
Garcia do even chase him directly by simply walking forwards with guard up and Tagoe just do run and evade.

[bisdak40]

Tagoe managed to exposed the weakness of Ryan Garcia that is nice that he managed to do it but the problem is if Garcia is now fulfilling this shortcomes he has but I think a few months of training is not enough though even if he can train those weaknesses I think it is not yet or far to be perfect.

I like to ask, what was the weakness you are talking about?

Sorry, because I believe Ryan Garcia really dominated the fight and Tagoe was just there to survive and take a good cut on that fight.
Did Tagoe even hurt Ryan Garcia? If Tagoe goes for a toe to toe fight, for sure that would not last 12 rounds.

Lol, the moral of the fight is that you can't hurt what you can't hit. That may be the flaws of Ryan Garcia that he is talking about. This was the first fight of Garcia that went to the full 12 rounds, for me this is a good start because this will build Ryan's stamina as not all of his fights will end in a KO, so better to prepare for 12 rounds.

OP, you can lock the thread now as it is already three days after the fight.

[agustina2]

Tagoe managed to exposed the weakness of Ryan Garcia that is nice that he managed to do it but the problem is if Garcia is now fulfilling this shortcomes he has but I think a few months of training is not enough though even if he can train those weaknesses I think it is not yet or far to be perfect.

I like to ask, what was the weakness you are talking about?

Sorry, because I believe Ryan Garcia really dominated the fight and Tagoe was just there to survive and take a good cut on that fight.
Did Tagoe even hurt Ryan Garcia? If Tagoe goes for a toe to toe fight, for sure that would not last 12 rounds.

Garcia dominated the fight? Please watch the replay and you will see he is having difficulty.

I think you are just referring to the boxer's name and don't bother to watch even the highlights. Tagoe put Ryan on his limits and we should give him credit for that. Ryan is not even satisfied with his performance even though he wins.

Agree with the above, OP can now consider locking this thread as we might see other analysis that is supposedly not associated on the fight.

[Russlenat]

Tagoe managed to exposed the weakness of Ryan Garcia that is nice that he managed to do it but the problem is if Garcia is now fulfilling this shortcomes he has but I think a few months of training is not enough though even if he can train those weaknesses I think it is not yet or far to be perfect.

I like to ask, what was the weakness you are talking about?

Sorry, because I believe Ryan Garcia really dominated the fight and Tagoe was just there to survive and take a good cut on that fight.
Did Tagoe even hurt Ryan Garcia? If Tagoe goes for a toe to toe fight, for sure that would not last 12 rounds.

Garcia dominated the fight? Please watch the replay and you will see he is having difficulty.

I think you are just referring to the boxer's name and don't bother to watch even the highlights. Tagoe put Ryan on his limits and we should give him credit for that. Ryan is not even satisfied with his performance even though he wins.

Agree with the above, OP can now consider locking this thread as we might see other analysis that is supposedly not associated on the fight.

I agree! Ryan Garcia himself isn't really satisfied to his own performance about the fight and he also admitted that he have a lot of aspects that he needed to improve to make his punch more fatal because he already have the agility to do it. Even if Tagoe was defeated by Garcia, he needs to have that credits because he managed to expose the latter's weaknesses and one of those weaknesses was the lack of defense that got him knocked down when he faced Campbell before.

Either way, Garcia's victory isn't that much of a big deal because it was just a UD. IMO

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Tagoe managed to exposed the weakness of Ryan Garcia that is nice that he managed to do it but the problem is if Garcia is now fulfilling this shortcomes he has but I think a few months of training is not enough though even if he can train those weaknesses I think it is not yet or far to be perfect.

I like to ask, what was the weakness you are talking about?

Sorry, because I believe Ryan Garcia really dominated the fight and Tagoe was just there to survive and take a good cut on that fight.
Did Tagoe even hurt Ryan Garcia? If Tagoe goes for a toe to toe fight, for sure that would not last 12 rounds.

Garcia dominated the fight? Please watch the replay and you will see he is having difficulty.

I think you are just referring to the boxer's name and don't bother to watch even the highlights. Tagoe put Ryan on his limits and we should give him credit for that. Ryan is not even satisfied with his performance even though he wins.

Agree with the above, OP can now consider locking this thread as we might see other analysis that is supposedly not associated on the fight.

I agree! Ryan Garcia himself isn't really satisfied to his own performance about the fight and he also admitted that he have a lot of aspects that he needed to improve to make his punch more fatal because he already have the agility to do it. Even if Tagoe was defeated by Garcia, he needs to have that credits because he managed to expose the latter's weaknesses and one of those weaknesses was the lack of defense that got him knocked down when he faced Campbell before.

Either way, Garcia's victory isn't that much of a big deal because it was just a UD. IMO

I don't think he as exposed, it's that that Tagoe just make the fight difficult for Ryan because of style clash.

On the contrary, Ryan has admitted that he doesn't like his performance so he will try and go and improved the next time he fights. And this is going to be work on with his new coach and for sure Goosen has seen a lot of flaws from Ryan that he will have to addressed on the next training season with him.