Ryan Garcia and Rolly Romero are squaring off in a big boxing match in Times Square, New York. This fight marks Garcia's return to the ring after a year-long suspension.
Garcia's last fight was against Devin Haney at the Barclays Center in New York in April 2024. He won that bout on points, but the result didn't stand. Garcia tested positive for a banned substance, which led to the fight being ruled a no contest. He also got a 12-month ban from boxing. The suspension kept Garcia out of the ring for a full year.
Romero comes into this fight as a former WBA super-lightweight champion. He won that belt in May 2023 with a stoppage win over Ismael Barros. But he lost it to Isaac Cruz in March of the following year. Romero's last fight was a points win against Manuel Jaimes in September.
This match is a big deal for both fighters. If Garcia wins, he might get another shot at Devin Haney later this year. For Romero, beating Garcia would be the biggest win of his career so far.
Seconds Out will provide live coverage of the fight with round-by-round scores. It's worth noting that these won't be the official judges' scores.
"I'm back and ready to show everyone what I can do," Garcia said at the pre-fight press conference. "This past year has been tough, but I've learned from my mistakes and I'm hungrier than ever."
Romero seemed confident in his chances.
"Garcia might have the hype, but I've got the skills to beat him," Romero stated. "I'm going to shock the world tonight."
The atmosphere in Times Square is electric as fans gather to watch these two talented fighters go head-to-head. Both Garcia and Romero have a lot to prove, and this match promises to be an exciting one.
