Ryan Garcia Has Surgery After Romero Defeat

Ryan Garcia, the 26-year-old former WBC lightweight champion, has undergone right hand surgery after his unanimous decision loss to Rolando 'Rolly' Romero on May 2. Garcia suffered the injury during training camp, which contributed to a notably low punch output and visible hesitancy during the fight. The procedure, performed by Dr. Steven Shin, is expected to sideline Garcia for four to six weeks. Questions remain about Garcia's next opponent, as initial rematch plans with Devin Haney are now uncertain and promoter Oscar De La Hoya indicates a rematch with Romero is more likely. Despite the setback, Garcia's team is optimistic he will return to elite competition after recovery.