Ryan Garcia’s opponent – Rukiya Anpo, misses press conference due to… oversleeping

In an unexpected twist, Rukiya Anpo, the opponent of Ryan Garcia for their highly anticipated exhibition boxing match at RIZIN’s year-end show, is making headlines for reasons unrelated to the fight itself. Anpo missed a crucial press conference in Tokyo, allegedly due to oversleeping and missing his flight. This incident has created tension between the fighters and their teams, especially after a heated faceoff in Los Angeles earlier in November.

The Missed Press Conference

The press conference, scheduled for December 3 in Tokyo, was expected to be a major event for both fighters. However, things took an awkward turn when Rukiya Anpo failed to show up. RIZIN CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara and Fanmio CEO Solomon Engel were present to host the event, but Anpo’s absence became the center of attention.

Sakakibara explained the situation to the audience: “I’m not too thrilled to make this my first statement, but today we were supposed to have Anpo here, but he overslept and missed his flight.” While he reassured everyone that Anpo was on his way to Tokyo, it was clear that the absence had created an uncomfortable atmosphere. Despite the awkwardness, Sakakibara mentioned that Anpo’s no-show only made the upcoming fight more interesting.

Anpo’s Response

Later, Anpo appeared via video call and expressed his frustration with the situation. Speaking through a translator, he voiced his disappointment that he had made the effort to travel to Los Angeles for the U.S. press conference, only to discover that Ryan Garcia had not attended the Tokyo event.

“To be completely honest, I’m not there, but for the press conference in the United States, I traveled all the way to the U.S., and I’m blown away that Ryan’s not here in Japan,” Anpo said. His tone was a mix of disbelief and frustration, as he questioned why Garcia hadn’t shown the same commitment by attending the Tokyo event.

Rising Tension Between Fighters

The unusual press conference incident has added fuel to the growing rivalry between Ryan Garcia and Rukiya Anpo. Their previous tense faceoff in Los Angeles only intensified the drama, and now this latest development has made fans even more eager to see how the two will perform in the ring.

Known for his bold personality, Ryan Garcia is often at the center of media attention. However, Anpo’s unexpected absence from the press conference portrays him as unpredictable and unconventional, adding an extra layer of intrigue. In contrast, Garcia’s failure to attend the press event has led many to question his level of preparation and whether he’s taking Anpo seriously.

A Fight That’s Gaining More Attention

As the December 30 exhibition bout draws closer, the stakes have risen even higher. The missed press conference has only made the matchup between Garcia and Anpo more exciting for fans and media alike. The growing animosity between the two fighters has set the stage for an event that promises to be filled with intensity both inside and outside the ring.

With both Garcia and Anpo seemingly fired up, this highly anticipated fight is sure to be one to remember. Fans are eager to see how the drama plays out in the ring, especially now that the tensions have reached a boiling point. The December 30 fight will no doubt be a spectacle, and the buildup has only intensified the excitement surrounding the event.