You Are Terrified" – Ryan Garcia Unleashes on Shakur Stevenson

By LatestBoxing.com | March 7, 2026 The Ryan Garcia vs. Shakur Stevenson feud just exploded—and the boxing world is picking sides. Garcia fired off a blistering message on X yesterday, accusing the unbeaten champion of being scared to face him. At issue? Stevenson's demand for a rehydration clause. "Shakur is really scared. I will never be on a rehydration clause again and I don't need 20–30 pounds to beat you. I'll beat your ass straight up. You are terrified." – Ryan Garcia via X --- THE BACKSTORY This isn't new beef—it goes back to their amateur days in 2013, when Stevenson edged out a young Garcia. Now both are world champions at the peak of their powers. · Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) just dominated Mario Barrios on February 21 to capture the WBC welterweight title · Stevenson (25-0, 11 KOs) delivered a masterclass against Teofimo Lopez on January 31 at Madison Square Garden They even came face-to-face backstage after Garcia's win. "Let's go," Garcia told him. "That's the biggest fight, right here." Stevenson's response? "I thought you were bigger than this, bro." --- THE STICKING POINTS Stevenson wants two things: a rehydration clause (to prevent Garcia from gaining 20+ pounds after weigh-ins) and VADA drug testing. Garcia says no to the clause, yes to the testing. "Testing always included," Garcia responded. "I'd never shy away from that." --- WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? With Garcia refusing rehydration clauses forever and Stevenson holding firm on fighter safety, we're at a crossroads. One question for the comments: Who's being unreasonable here? A) Stevenson—he's a champion, he should fight anywhere B) Garcia—the size difference is real, Stevenson is right to protect himself