On May 2, 2025, boxing fans will witness a highly anticipated showdown between Ryan “King” Garcia and Rolando “Rolly” Romero in the main event of the inaugural “Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves” card at Times Square, New York City. This event, organized by Turki Alalshikh in collaboration with Golden Boy Promotions and Matchroom Boxing, promises to deliver an electrifying night of boxing. ​

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The Fighters

Ryan Garcia

Record: 24–1–0–1 (20 KOs)

Nickname: “King”

Hometown: Victorville, California, U.S.

Style: Orthodox

Notable Achievements: Former WBC interim lightweight champioRyan Garcia vs Rolly Romero FULL PRESS CONFERENCE • Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez, Ramirez & Barboza - YouTube

Rolando Romero

Record: 16–2 (13 KOs)

Nickname: “Rolly”

Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Style: Orthodox

Notable Achievements: Former WBA super lightweight champion

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The Build-Up

The anticipation for this fight has been building for months. Garcia, returning from a one-year suspension due to a failed drug test following his April 2024 bout with Devin Haney, is eager to prove himself once again. He has expressed confidence in his abilities, stating, “I put Rolly to sleep with a left hook. Period.” ​

Romero, known for his brash personality and knockout power, has dismissed Garcia’s threats, saying, “Not very concerned at all. You move out of the way.” He remains unfazed by Garcia’s confidence and is determined to reclaim a title.

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Photos: Ryan Garcia, Rolly Romero - Tense Face To Face in Los Angeles

The Stakes

The bout is scheduled for the vacant WBA regular welterweight title, adding significant importance to the match. Both fighters are looking to cement their legacies and set the stage for future title bouts. ​

Event Details

Date: May 2, 2025

Time: Main event expected around 4:00 AM BST (11:00 PM ET)

Venue: Times Square, New York City

Broadcast: Live on DAZN PPV, talkSPORT, or talkSPORT 2

 

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Undercard Highlights

The event also features other exciting matchups:​

Devin Haney vs. Jose Carlos Ramirez – Haney aims to bounce back from his recent loss and reclaim his position in the lightweight division. ​

Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza Jr. – Lopez defends his WBO super lightweight title in what promises to be a thrilling contest. ​

With a stacked card and high stakes, “Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves” is set to be a landmark event in the boxing world.

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