DAZN UNVEIL NEW VOLUME OF ‘40 DAYS’ DOCUMENTARY SERIES CAPTURING DEVIN HANEY VS. RYAN GARCIA BLOCKBUSTER 

•   American superstars will face-off April 20 at The Barclays Center exclusively live on DAZN PPV
•   Documentary will follow the behind-the-scenes lead up to the mammoth fight
•   Three-part series premieres today on dazn.com

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NEW YORK, (April 2, 2024) – DAZN, the leading global sports streaming platform, and top combat promoter Golden Boy Promotions, today announces the return of the ‘40 days’ documentary series with three-episode arc capturing the lead up to the hugely anticipated boxing showdown between Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia which will be live exclusively on DAZN April 20.

Available to global audiences for free from tomorrow, April 3, and brought to you by the people behind Showtime’s All Access, ‘40 Days’ promises an exclusive, in-depth look into the lives, training camps, and mindsets of both Haney and Garcia as they prepare for what is anticipated to be one of the most electrifying matchups in recent boxing history.

By simply registering for a free DAZN account, audiences have access to a deep portfolio of content and can follow the fighters up until the fight. The documentary features exclusive behind-the-scenes footage as well as access to the likes of Oscar De La Hoya, Derrick James, Bill Haney, Henry Garcia, Dez Bryant and Alycia Baumgardner providing viewers with an unparalleled look into the inner workings of both camps.

Premiering on DAZN.com today, Episode 1 follows both teams as they hit the road for the promotion’s two-city press tour, providing new angles and fresh behind-the-scenes moments whilst capturing the intensity, dedication, and raw emotion of two of boxing’s brightest young stars. Further episodes will be released in the build up to their bout, capturing the fighters as they gear up to face one another on April 20.

“With Haney and Garcia, we have two incredibly talented raw fighters with contrasting styles and compelling narratives clashing April 20” said Jared Kass, SVP DAZN North America. “The build-up to this fight has captured attention worldwide and has been nothing short of electrifying. We want to give fans an inside look into the minds of these two remarkable athletes.”

“Ryan and Devin are two of the most popular, exciting fighters in all of boxing — both inside and outside of the ring,” said Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Promotions Oscar De La Hoya. “This incredible behind-the-scenes look at both guys will serve as the perfect build up for fans as they get ready for boxing’s event of the year on April 20.”

April 20 will see undefeated, former undisputed lightweight champion and current WBC Super Lightweight Champion Devin “The Dream” Haney defending his title against international PPV star “King” Ryan Garcia at Brooklyn’s Barclay Center live on DAZN.

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About DAZN:

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Haney vs. Garcia is a 12-round fight for the WBC Super Lightweight World Championship that is presented by Golden Boy Promotions in association with Haney Promotions, KingRy Promotions, and Matchroom Boxing. The event will take place on Saturday, April 20 on DAZN PPV live from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

Magna Media will be handling credentials for this fight. Media interested in applying for a fight night credential must fill out an application by EOD Friday, April 5, 2024. Link to application can be found at https://bit.ly/HaneyGarciaFightNightCreds.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing. Follow the conversation using #HaneyGarcia

About Production

Directed by Nick Manning, Director of over 30 episodes of the Emmy-Award Winning All-Access series.

Written by Greg Bishop, Sports Illustrated Writer. Writer of over 30 episodes of All-Access series.

Media Contact:

Fred Mellor, DAZN : Fred.Mellor@DAZN.com

Jane Murcia, Golden Boy : Jane@goldenboypromotions.com