“King Ry” Garcia Returns Against “Rolly” Romero for WBA Title
Ryan “King Ry” Garcia is set to make his highly anticipated return to boxing when he faces Rolando “Rolly” Romero for the vacant WBA Welterweight title. The bout headlines the historic “Fatal Fury in Times Square” event on Friday, May 2, 2025, marking Garcia’s first fight since his suspension.
Here’s everything you need to know—start time, where to watch, venue details, and fight preview.
Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero Ring Walkout Time
The main event between Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs) and Romero (16-2, 13 KOs) will take place at Times Square, New York City, as officially confirmed by DAZN on X (formerly Twitter).
Expected Ring Walks:
- 10:00 PM ET
- 9:00 PM CT
- 8:00 PM MT
- 7:00 PM PT
Where to Watch Garcia vs. Romero Boxing Tonight
- Date: May 2, 2025
- Location: Times Square, New York
- Main Card Start Time: 6:00 PM ET
- How to Watch: DAZN PPV (Buy Now)
- PPV Price: $59.99 (or discounted bundle with Saturday’s card)
Cheaper Alternative:
- FitePass PPV – Only $12.99 (Get Discount)
Ryan Garcia vs. Rolando Romero Fight Preview
Garcia’s Redemption Arc
Garcia’s last fight—a thrilling upset win over Devin Haney in April 2024—was later overturned to a no-contest after he failed a post-fight drug test. Since then, the 26-year-old superstar has faced personal struggles, including:
- A one-year suspension
- A public battle with mental health and substance abuse
- A divorce and his mother’s cancer diagnosis
Now, Garcia is focused on reclaiming his place in boxing, already calling out future fights against Teofimo Lopez Jr. and Conor Benn if he wins.
Romero’s Power Threat
Romero, boxing’s self-proclaimed “clown prince,” is a dangerous puncher despite his 2-2 record in his last four fights. His losses came against elite opponents (Gervonta Davis & Isaac Cruz), but he remains a high-risk opponent for Garcia.
Undercard Highlights
- Devin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez (Co-Main Event)
- Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs. Arnold Barboza Jr. (WBO Title Defense)
Prediction
Romero has attempted to explain away his losses, including his lifeless effort against Cruz, as more the result of difficult weight cuts than anything else. And while that’s a generous way to look at it, his power and explosiveness need to be taken seriously by Garcia, particularly in the early going where even Davis claimed he was shocked at how hard Romero punches.
The problem for Romero is that his defensive lapses and lack of elite fight IQ can only carry him so far into this fight before the explosive speed of Garcia’s left hook becomes a problem. Garcia is far more naturally gifted than Romero in almost every category and the upset win over Haney, even with the controversy, showcased just how much more confident and mature Garcia is inside the ring than he appeared in his lone loss to Davis in 2023.
FAQs
Q: What time does Garcia vs. Romero start?
The main event walkouts are expected around 10:00 PM ET.
Q: How can I watch the fight for free?
The fight is PPV-only, but FitePass offers the cheapest option at $12.99.
