In a stunning turn of events, Rolando “Rolly” Romero defeated Ryan “KingRy” Garcia by unanimous decision in their highly anticipated welterweight bout on May 2, 2025, at the “Fatal Fury in Times Square” event in New York City. The judges scored the fight 118–109, 115–112, and 115–112 in favor of Romero, marking a significant upset in the boxing world.

 The Fight Breakdown

Garcia entered the ring as a heavy favorite, with odds of -800, while Romero was the underdog at +480.  Despite Garcia’s confidence and predictions of a knockout victory, Romero showcased resilience and tactical prowess throughout the 12-round bout. Garcia was knocked down in the second round, and Romero maintained control, outpointing Garcia with effective counterpunching and ring generalship.

Emotional Aftermath

Following the loss, Garcia was visibly emotional, reportedly seen in tears in the back of a van, reflecting on the defeat. This loss marks Garcia’s second career defeat and complicates future plans, including a potential rematch with Devin Haney.

 Romero’s Triumph

For Romero, this victory is a career-defining moment. With the win, he claims the vacant WBA regular welterweight title and positions himself as a formidable contender in the division. Romero’s performance has silenced critics and established him as a legitimate threat in the welterweight class.