Rolly Romero Dismisses Devin Haney Fight After Victory Over Ryan Garcia

Rolando 'Rolly' Romero shocked the boxing world with a unanimous decision victory over Ryan Garcia on May 2, showcasing his power and strategic skill, including a second-round knockdown. Despite the buzz around a potential matchup between Romero and Devin Haney, Romero has expressed little interest in fighting Haney, dismissing him as an unexciting opponent and referring to him disparagingly as a 'track star.' Romero believes Haney is a 'shattered' fighter who has lost his edge after a lackluster performance against Jose Ramirez and a previous loss to Garcia, and he questions the commercial appeal of a Haney fight. Instead, Romero is focused on pursuing another high-profile pay-per-view fight, with a rematch against Gervonta 'Tank' Davis—whom he lost to in 2022—being a preferred option. Haney's coach Kenny Ellis noted that Romero's success against Haney would depend on his footwork and ability to keep pace, acknowledging Romero's power but also his limitations in mobility. Overall, Romero's recent win has elevated his status, but he is selective about future opponents, aiming for big-name bouts rather than potential fights he deems less compelling.