Boxing: Romero Triumphs Over Garcia in Post-Doping Ban Comeback
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In a stunning turn of events, boxing sensation Ryan Garcia took a heavy hit on May 2, 2025, as he faced off against Rolando "Rolly" Romero in a welterweight bout held in the iconic Times Square, New York. The fight left spectators in awe, with Romero securing a unanimous decision victory, putting Garcia on the mat once in the second round.
The judges' scores reflected the powerful impact of the fight, with two giving it to Romero 115-112, and one scoring it a striking 118-109. This commanding performance from Romero against a seemingly listless Garcia left boxing fans questioning the highly anticipated rematch with Devin Haney, which had been previously agreed upon.
Meanwhile, Devin Haney emerged victorious over Jose Carlos Ramirez on the very same card, delivering a performance that while unextraordinary, was enough to secure his win. Thisouting has left the community eagerly awaiting the possibility of the much-anticipated Garcia-Haney rematch. However, the anticipation has now taken a different turn due to the shocking outcome of Garcia's loss and the uncertainty it has brought to the table.
The boxing world now waits in anticipation for official confirmation on whether the Garcia-Haney rematch will still happen as planned or if promoter Turki Al-Sheikh might opt for a different strategy in matchmaking. Ryan Garcia, on the other hand, admits that the year-long break may have taken a toll on his physical and mental state, and has vowed to regroup and rebuild with his team.
While the future of the rematch remains uncertain, one thing is clear: Ryan Garcia has taken a significant blow in his career, and the road to redemption against Devin Haney looks more challenging than ever before.
Enrichment Data (Sparingly Integrated for Clarity and Context):Incorporating data from the enrichment:- Ryan Garcia lost to Rolly Romero by a unanimous decision after being knocked down in the second round[1][2][4].- This loss complicates the anticipated rematch with Devin Haney, despite a contract having been signed[2].- Devin Haney's win against Jose Ramirez adds to the potential for the rematch, but the unexpected outcome of Garcia's loss has raised questions about its future[2][4].- The boxing community is waiting for official confirmation on whether the rematch will still take place as planned or be altered due to Garcia's defeat[2].
In light of his loss to Rolly Romero, the sports world questions the Garcia-Haney rematch, initially scheduled after a contract signing. The unexpected outcome of the war in the ring between Ryan Garcia and Rolando Romero has introduced uncertainties into the future of the sports event.
