The boxing world is gearing up for an action-packed weekend. The action kicks off on Friday, May 2 in the heart of New York City, when Ryan Garcia returns to the ring against >Rolando “Rolly” Romero in an outdoor event in Times Square titled ‘Fatal Fury’, with promotional backing from SNK’s new video game, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
The card includes attractive duels such as Devin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez at welterweight, and Teofimo Lopez against Arnold Barboza Jr. for the WBO junior welterweight title. But all the attention will be on Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs), who returns after a one-year doping ban that overturned his controversial victory over Haney in 2024.
The WBA regular welterweight title will be at stake. Beyond the belt, Ryan needs to regain credibility in an environment that continues to view him with skepticism. He knows this, and that is why he has promised total concentration against an explosive opponent like Romero (16-2, 13 KOs), although he assures that he will not go out looking for the knockout.
What day is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero fight?
The card headlined by the fight Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero will take place on Friday, May 2, 2025.
What time is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero fight?
The card will begin at 18:30 ET and 15:30 PT. The main event Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero is expected to be around 22:15 ET / 19:15 PT
Where is the Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero fight?
The outdoor function of ‘Fatal Fury’ with the stellar fight Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero, will be held at Times Square in New York City.
Where to watch Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero fight in the USA?
In the United States, you can follow the Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero fight on DAZN from 6 p.m. ET.
‘Fatal Fury’ Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero full card
- Ryan Garcia vs. Rolando “Rolly” Romero – welterweight
- Devin Haney vs Jose Ramirez – welterweight
- (c) Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs Arnold Barboza Jr., WBO junior welterweight
- Levale Whittington vs Reito Tsutsumi – Featherweight
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