Danny García Says Goodbye to Brooklyn: A Look Back at His Memorable Fights
Danny “Swift” García, the Philadelphia boxer who found a second home at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, is preparing for his tenth and final fight in this iconic venue. With a record of seven wins and two losses in nine fights, García bids farewell to Brooklyn with an event he himself promotes, “Farewell to Brooklyn”, where he will face Daniel González.
For me, being able to promote my last fight at the Barclays Center and doing it because I want to, not because I have to, means a lot. It’s a dream come true and I couldn’t ask for a better ending.
Danny García
García’s connection to Brooklyn goes beyond his Puerto Rican origin, which made him feel the support of the city’s Latino community. Before his farewell fight, we remember his nine performances at the Barclays Center, with comments from García himself on each fight.
Danny Garcia’s fights at the Barclays Center:
1. Technical knockout victory in the fourth round against Erik Morales (October 20, 2012)
Danny Garcia, a la izquierda, tuvo que esforzarse para conseguir una victoria por decisión unánime sobre Erik Morales en el primer combate de boxeo en el Barclays Center en octubre de 2012.García inaugurated the Barclays Center facing Mexican legend Erik Morales. After having won the WBC super lightweight title and the WBA title, this fight marked a successful year for García. Although it wasn’t the city he originally wanted, the strong Puerto Rican presence in New York made the Barclays his home. García achieved a spectacular knockout in the fourth round.
It was the perfect night. The first fight at the Barclays and I defended my titles with a knockout of the card. There’s nothing better than that.
2. Unanimous decision victory against Zab Judah (April 27, 2013)
Danny Garcia, a la derecha, derrotó al local de Brooklyn Zab Judah por decisión unánime en abril de 2013.Garcia faced Zab Judah, former champion from Brooklyn, in a fight that generated great rivalry. The fight was an exchange of blows, with Garcia dominating and knocking down Judah in the eighth round. This victory consolidated Garcia as a great attraction at the Barclays.
The preparation, the animosity, the crowd, everything was electrifying.
Danny García
3. Split decision loss against Keith Thurman (March 4, 2017)
Keith Thurman, a la izquierda, propinó a Danny García su primera derrota profesional, una decisión dividida en marzo de 2017.Despite the defeat, Garcia considers this fight as one of his best moments in Brooklyn. In a nationally televised event, Thurman took the victory by split decision. Garcia was the aggressor, but Thurman combined his punches well to prevent Garcia from gaining momentum.
It was a tough pill to swallow losing that fight, but now that I think about it, it was a hell of a night for boxing.
Danny García
4. Majority decision victory against Lamont Peterson (April 11, 2015)
Danny Garcia, a la derecha, superó a Lamont Peterson en abril de 2015 por decisión mayoritaria en una pelea de peso pactado de 143 libras.García and Peterson faced each other in a catchweight bout. García, despite not feeling well, managed to impose his rhythm in the first rounds, securing the victory. Peterson reacted in the second half, generating exciting exchanges.
5. Majority decision victory against Jose Benavidez Jr. (July 30, 2022)
This fight stood out for García’s post-fight message, who revealed he had fought against anxiety and depression. His victory marked his return to the ring and his message resonated with many viewers.
I had anxiety, deep depression, just trying to be strong. And the only way to get better was to fight again. I am a fighter.
Danny García
6. Technical knockout victory in the ninth round against Paulie Malignaggi (August 1, 2015)
Danny Garcia, a la derecha, derrotó a Paulie Malignaggi por KO técnico en el noveno asalto en su propio patio trasero en Brooklyn en agosto de 2015.García faced another Brooklyn boxer, Paulie Malignaggi, in the welterweight division. García dominated the fight, punishing Malignaggi with powerful blows and taking the victory.
7. Technical knockout victory in the second round against Rod Salka (August 9, 2014)
Danny Garcia, a la izquierda, derrotó a Rod Salka en el segundo asalto con uno de los mejores KO de su carrera.García achieved an impressive knockout in the second round against Rod Salka. Although the fight was somewhat uneven, the victory was resounding and memorable.
I received a lot of heat for that fight. But that knockout lives with me forever.
Danny García
8. Unanimous decision victory against Ivan Redkach (January 25, 2020)
Danny Garcia, a la izquierda, consiguió una victoria unilateral sobre Ivan Redkach en un combate eliminatorio del peso wélter del CMB en enero de 2020.García dominated Ivan Redkach in this fight, demonstrating his ability to stay active. Despite the setbacks, García remained focused.
9. Unanimous decision loss against Shawn Porter (September 8, 2018)
Danny Garcia, a la derecha, perdió por una ajustada decisión unánime contra Shawn Porter en septiembre de 2018.García lost by unanimous decision to Shawn Porter in a very close fight. Although he was not happy with his performance, this fight earned him respect for facing a difficult opponent.
That was my worst fight. That defeat has never sat well with me. I thought I won the fight.
Danny García
Danny Garcia’s farewell at the Barclays Center promises to be an exciting event, a fitting closure for a boxer who found in Brooklyn a stage to shine.
