The boxing world is buzzing with anticipation as whispers grow louder about Manny Pacquiao’s next opponent. After his surprisingly competitive draw against Mario Barrios in July, the Filipino icon isn’t slowing down.
Rolando Romero is seemingly not short on options for a next opponent after his underdog victory over Ryan Garcia in Times Square, New York, in May. A rematch with 'King Ry' has been discussed at length, but it may not be the next step for 'Rolly'.
Ryan Garcia (24-2-1, 20 KOs) is eyeing a new fight. With a devastating loss against Rolando Romero (17-2, 13 KOs) marking his return to the ring, it looks like he is in no hurry to avenge his loss.
Ryan Garcia is reportedly in talks to fight Isaac Cruz for the WBC Interim Junior Welterweight Belt, as we look at whether this is the right move. Garcia is looking to bounce back after his last fight, where he lost a unanimous decision to Rolando Romero.
The rift between Ryan Garcia and Oscar De La Hoya continues to widen, as the 26 year old former interim champion has publicly criticized his promoter and reiterated plans to leave Golden Boy Promotions after one more fight.
Ryan Garcia says he is moving on from Golden Boy Promotions once his contract is up with them after his next fight. Garcia accused Oscar De La Hoya of disrespect, saying he gave him the worst offer after his Rolando Romero defeat.
Ryan Garcia and Rolly Romero’s teams have begun negotiations for a rematch, which could take place as soon as December. Garcia’s performance in the unanimous decision loss to Romero in May was one of the most disappointing this year.
One of the year’s most surprising results may soon get its sequel. Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero has always been a powerful puncher. He put that power on display.
Surgery is behind him, and Ryan Garcia is plotting a comeback that could set up a blockbuster rematch. Ryan Garcia has been out of the ring since his disappointing outing on May 2 at the historic Times Square event, a night that many expected to further his star power.
Bob Arum believes Manny Pacquiao still has what it takes to defeat WBA ‘Regular’ Welterweight Champion Rolando Romero if that fight materializes next. Pacquiao recently came out of retirement to secure a majority draw with WBC Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios.
Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero has never been short on confidence or comebacks. After claiming a lightweight belt in 2021, Romero was stopped by the unbeaten Gervonta Davis in 2022.
Rolando Romero has called out David Benavidez and Manny Pacquiao for his next bouts, but is he just chasing money? Romero is coming off the best victory of his career after he defeated Ryan Garcia via a unanimous decision.
Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) does not have the heart of a fighter anymore, according to Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero’s (17-2, 13 KOs) former trainer Bullet Cromwell.
The Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia rematch has long been discussed, but is it needed? Garcia defeated Haney in a thrilling majority decision win, as he dropped Haney three times to secure the biggest victory of his career.
Ryan Garcia has the potential to be one of the best boxers, so how can he redeem himself following his latest loss? Garcia suffered a unanimous decision defeat to Rolando Romero this month.
Devin Haney (32-0, 15 KOs) is not a big fight, according to Rolando Romero (17-2, 13 KOs). Romero is fresh off an impressive performance against Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) at Times Square in New York City.
Rolando Romero has dismissed a fight with Devin Haney, raising questions over his next steps. Romero defeated Ryan Garcia in his last fight to become the WBA Regular Welterweight Champion.
The circus came and went. I slept on it, hitting the pillow late Friday/early Saturday morning sober, but actually still under the influence after spending three hours watching overall sub pedestrian action, in a setup which came off as less majestic than promised or imagined.
Ryan Garcia lost to Rolando Romero as the latter became the WBA Regular Welterweight Champion, raising questions about Ryan’s next steps. It was a massive setback for Garcia, who had been out of the sport for over a year following his last performance against Devin Haney.
Rolando Romero upset Ryan Garcia with a unanimous decision win to raise questions over Ryan’s return from his year ban: 115-112, 115-112 and 118-109. Garcia had his first fight since failing VADA tests for Ostarine, as the spotlight is now on Ryan’s ability.
In what was a huge betting upset, Rolando Romero (17-2, 13 KOs) leaves Times Square, NYC, with the WBA regular welterweight title. Romero scored a second-round knockdown and maneuvered his way to a unanimous decision over Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs).
Devin Haney (32-0, 15 KOs) is back in the win column, but it came with a less than entertaining outing against Jose Ramirez (29-3, 18 KOs) in NYC as the co-main to Ryan Garcia vs.
I will be watching the circus tomorrow, Friday, May 2, in a ring in Times Square, New York City, a place that can feel like the capital of the world, make you feel like royalty, or so they will think on IG!
At Thursday morning’s official weigh-in ahead of the scheduled ceremonial one streaming live on YouTube, all eight fighters participating in Friday’s fight card live from Times Square, NYC, made weight.
Ryan Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs) is not the hardest puncher Rolando Romero (16-2, 13 KOs) has faced. In a few days, ‘KingRy’ will face Romero in an explosive showdown at Times Square, New York.
Times Square will host a unique 4-fight boxing card on May 2 as Ryan Garcia fights Rolando Romero on a big weekend for boxing. Ryan Garcia was banned for a year from boxing after failing a drugs test in April 2024.