The highly anticipated showdown between Ryan “KingRy” Garcia and Rolando “Rolly” Romero delivered fireworks on May 2, 2025, in New York City. What was expected to be a career-defining victory for Garcia turned into a shocking upset, as Romero outboxed and outclassed the social media superstar over 12 intense rounds.

 Official Result:

Winner: Rolando Romero
Method: Unanimous Decision
Scores: 115–112, 115–112, 118–109

 Fight Summary

From the opening bell, it was clear that Romero had come in with a focused game plan. He dropped Garcia in the second round with a clean right hand, setting the tone early. Though Garcia recovered and had a few explosive moments, he never fully found his rhythm.

Romero fought a disciplined and tactical fight, neutralizing Garcia’s speed and counters with pressure and awkward angles. His ring IQ and power punches kept Garcia on the back foot, forcing him into survival mode at times.

This was Romero’s most complete performance to date—smart, powerful, and composed.

 Post-Fight Comments

Rolando Romero:
“I told everyone I was going to shock the world. I didn’t come here to play—I came to win. Ryan’s fast, but I’m smarter. This is just the beginning for me.”

Ryan Garcia:
“I wasn’t myself tonight. No excuses—Rolly was the better man. I’ll take this loss, learn, and come back stronger. This isn’t the end.”

Garcia appeared visibly frustrated but gracious in defeat. The loss has temporarily derailed his hopes for a rematch with Devin Haney, which was expected to be announced had he won.

 What’s Next?

For Romero: He just catapulted himself back into the title conversation at 140 lbs. With his stock rising, potential matchups with names like Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez, or even a rematch with Gervonta “Tank” Davis could be on the horizon.

For Garcia: Questions are now being raised about his focus and future in boxing. He remains a major draw due to his fanbase and talent, but he’ll need to rebuild his credibility in the ring. A bounce-back fight against a durable contender may be his next move.

 Fan & Media Reaction

The boxing world erupted after the decision, with many surprised by Romero’s dominance. Social media was flooded with reactions—some praising Romero’s discipline, others criticizing Garcia’s performance.

Regardless of the outcome, the event delivered excitement and drama, reaffirming the unpredictability and brilliance of boxing at the elite level.