Devin Haney Wins Return Bout as Rolly Romero Defeats Ryan Garcia
Devin Haney marked his return to the ring with a clear-cut unanimous decision win over Jose Ramirez, but the buzz quickly shifted to Rolly Romero’s upset victory over Ryan Garcia—reshaping the landscape of the super lightweight division and derailing hopes for a Haney vs Garcia rematch later this year.
🥊 Haney Beats Ramirez, but Lacks Firepower
In his first fight back since capturing the WBC title, Haney controlled the pace and distance against Jose Ramirez, securing a lopsided decision with scores of 119–109, 119–109, and 118–110. Despite the dominant scorecards, critics and fans alike felt the bout lacked the aggression and drama expected from a high-profile return.
- Haney showcased technical brilliance and defensive mastery
- Fight was labeled by some as “uninspiring” due to minimal exchanges
- Crowd reaction post-fight reflected a desire for more action
“It was a boxing clinic, but fans want entertainment too,” one analyst commented.
The result keeps Haney undefeated, but raises questions about his engagement style as he eyes bigger matchups.
⚡ Garcia vs Romero Shocker Changes Everything
In the co-headline of the weekend, Rolly Romero stunned Ryan Garcia, earning a unanimous decision victory and turning the super lightweight picture upside down.
- Judges scored the bout in Romero’s favor after a composed and calculated display
- Garcia, who had talked up a rematch with Haney, now finds himself on the back foot
- With this outcome, any immediate Haney vs Garcia clash is off the table
The fight, which had fans asking “what time is Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero?”, turned into one of the most talked-about results of the weekend—and a major disruption to the division’s expected narrative.
📰 Final Thoughts
Devin Haney’s return may have ended in victory, but it’s Rolly Romero who truly shook up the boxing world. With Garcia defeated and plans for Haney’s next blockbuster bout uncertain, fans now look toward new potential rivalries at 140 lbs.
Who should Haney fight next? Can Garcia bounce back, or is Romero the new man to beat?
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