On May 2nd, 2025, boxing enthusiasts across the world were excited to tune into a triple header. Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero. Devin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez. And Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza Jr.
The names of all of these men on one card is an amazing sight to see on paper. Finally, after decades of watching cherry pickers, we’re entering a new era of boxing where the best face off against the best. Multiple household names under the same roof? Live in New York City under the bright lights of Time’s Square, surely this can’t fail right?
Unfortunately, three men failed to walk away with a victory, and so did every customer who paid for the broadcast. Fans felt morally defeated after having to watch a 12 round “Fight” between Devin Haney and Jose Ramirez. A true snooze fest was put on display, and even the bright lights of New York City weren’t bright enough to keep people’s eyes open during this bout. Devin Haney simply outran Ramirez for a U.D. victory, and Jose let him. Jose chased Devin around the ring, was never able to cut him off, and was never able to throw his coveted combinations. Devin on the other hand, put on a masterclass performance, reminiscent of Dale Earnhardt, round and round around the ring danced Haney. Terrible fight to watch.
Rolly Romero and Teofimo Lopez both looked great in their bouts. Romero was able to pull off the stunning victory over Ryan Garcia! A +700 underdog in many books was Romero. Moving up to 147lbs benefited him, versus Garcia looked negatively affected by the change of weight. Ryan Garcia was knocked down in the second round and seemed to lose his confidence for the rest of the fight.
Ryan Garcia had great success with his jab, frequently snapping Romero’s head back, however, Romero kept throwing a beautiful jab to Garcia’s body, over and over again. This was the key to the fight right here, Garcia’s inability to parry, block, or disrupt Romero’s jab to the body cost Garcia this fight. Along with the second round knockdown of course. In the end, this fight was a joy to watch due to Romero being such a big underdog, but there wasn’t as much action as fans had previously hoped for.
Overall, May 2nd 2025 helped saved boxing. We’re seeing a newfound wave of love and money being thrown boxing’s way via Turki Alashikh. He’s putting on cards with household names riddled throughout, not just the main event. This is causing boxing to actually compete with the UFC. However, “Fighters” like Devin Haney are ruining the sport entertainment aspect for fight fans.
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