Rolly Romero: Champion’s Comeback and Callout
Rolly Romero stunned the boxing world on May 2 by toppling Ryan Garcia in a high-stakes clash that crowned him WBA Welterweight Champion—his third title across three weight classes. Just days later, Rolly faced the press in Los Angeles with the swagger of a man who just rewrote his legacy. Rolly Romero: Champion’s Comeback and Callout!
Romero dropped Garcia in Round 2 with a left hook that shook the Barclays Center, then controlled the fight with relentless body work—landing 45 of 57 body punches according to CompuBox. Garcia, known for his speed and power, was held to just 18 power punches in the entire 12-round bout.
“I Fight for Legacy, Not Paychecks”
During the press event, held before the kickoff for the May 31 PBC on Prime Video card, Romero spoke with confidence, clarity—and a challenge.
“These guys fight for money. I fight for belts and my legacy,” Rolly declared.
He also opened the door to a Garcia rematch, though with doubts:
“I don’t know if he’s mentally ready. And I don’t know if fans really want it.”
Target Locked: 147 Was Always the Goal
Romero explained his natural rise in weight divisions:
“I should’ve been at 147 long ago. I was chasing Errol Spence.”
Faster, stronger, and now more tactical, Romero claimed his jab to the body is his most dangerous weapon—one that slowly dismantles opponents.
Rolly Sends a Message to Boxing
Romero ended with a powerful statement of intent:
“Ryan gave everything, but he couldn’t do what he loves that night. That’s because he takes me seriously. I neutralized him. I am the face of boxing.”
