Ryan Garcia's Times Square Throwdown: Get Ready to Rumble!
Okay, boxing fans, listen up! Ryan Garcia is back in action, and it's a HUGE deal. He's facing Rolly Romero in Times Square this Friday, May 2nd, and honestly, I can't wait. This isn't just another fight; it's a comeback story, a clash of styles, and a whole lotta drama. I'm going to give you the lowdown on everything you need to know: fight time, how to watch, and who else is on the card.
The Main Event: Garcia vs. Romero – A Clash of Titans
Ryan Garcia, the 28-year-old from Southern California (24-1, 20 KOs), is stepping back into the ring after a year-long suspension. His last fight, a win over Devin Haney in April 2024, got overturned to a no contest – talk about a bummer! Garcia is known for his explosive power and thrilling fights. He's the heavy favorite going into this one, with odds at -1115. That suggests most people think he'll win, but hey, you never know in boxing!
Ryan Garcia's Career Highlights: He held the WBC interim lightweight title in 2021 and, by the end of 2024, had already earned an estimated $50 million. Not bad, right?
His opponent, Rolly Romero (16-2, 13 KOs), is a 29-year-old from Vegas who's definitely not afraid of a good brawl. A former world champion himself, Romero’s known for his aggressive, come-and-get-me style. This promises to be a fast-paced, exciting fight. He's the underdog at +650, but don't count him out just yet!
Rolly Romero's Career Highlights: Romero held the WBA interim lightweight title (2020-2021) and the WBA super lightweight title (2023-March 2024). He's been in some seriously exciting fights.
Experts are predicting a knockout fest. Both guys are aggressive, so buckle up!
When and Where to Catch All the Action
The main card, featuring Garcia vs. Romero, starts at 6 p.m. ET on DAZN pay-per-view. The walkouts should be around 9 p.m. ET, but DAZN will have the undercard fights beforehand. Remember to check your local time zone!
How to Watch: You can catch the Garcia vs. Romero fight worldwide on DAZN pay-per-view for $59.99. There’s also a bundle deal with the Canelo Alvarez fight for $89.99 if you’re really into boxing this month.
UK viewers: DAZN is also showing the event live in the UK via pay-per-view for £21.99, or £34.99 bundled with the Canelo Alvarez fight.
A Stellar Undercard: More Boxing Goodness!
The main event is awesome, but the undercard is packed with talent too! Here are a couple of highlights:
Devin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez: Another lightweight showdown featuring a top contender. Haney’s looking to bounce back from his overturned loss to Garcia. This should be intense.
Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza Jr.: A WBO super lightweight title fight! Lopez will be defending his title against the interim champion. This is a big one!
Times Square: The Ultimate Boxing Ringside
The fight's happening in iconic Times Square in Manhattan – how cool is that? It’s going to be an unforgettable event.
Don't Miss This Epic Night of Boxing!
The Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero fight is one of the biggest boxing events of the year. With an amazing undercard, a killer location, and two fighters ready to give it their all, this is a night you won't want to miss. Get your DAZN subscription now and prepare for a thrilling night of boxing action!
