Boxing fans are in for a spectacular treat as an unprecedented tripleheader event takes center stage in the heart of Times Square this Friday. Organized by Turki Al-Sheikh, this ambitious showcase features three high-profile bouts that promise to deliver non-stop action from some of the sport's biggest names.
Headlining the evening is Ryan Garcia taking on Rolando 'Rolly' Romero for the WBA welterweight championship. Garcia enters as a substantial favorite with odds suggesting over 90% probability of victory. Fresh off his suspension, Romero faces an uphill battle against Garcia's legendary speed and devastating left hook. Most analysts expect Garcia to secure a stoppage win, potentially in the early to middle rounds of the contest.
Before that main event, Devin Haney makes his return to the ring against Jose Ramirez in a compelling welterweight clash. Despite being inactive for a year, Haney comes in as the heaviest favorite on the card. The former undisputed lightweight champion will look to showcase his technical brilliance against Ramirez, a 2012 Olympian who still carries significant power despite being past his prime at 32. This matchup appears designed to potentially set up a rematch between Haney and Garcia later this year.
The action begins with Teofimo Lopez defending his WBO and Ring junior welterweight titles against undefeated challenger Arnold Barboza Jr. This promises to be the most competitive fight of the night, with Barboza bringing an impressive 32-0 record including notable victories over Jack Catterall and Jose Ramirez. Lopez will need to improve upon his recent performance against Steve Claggett if he hopes to retain his championships in front of his hometown New York crowd.
According to Statbet analytics, the striking power differential between Garcia and Romero could be the decisive factor, with Garcia's connect rate on power punches significantly higher than his opponent's defensive metrics suggest he can handle.
The broadcast begins at 5 PM ET (2 PM PT) and will be available exclusively through DAZN's pay-per-view platform. Viewers can purchase the event for $59.99 with a DAZN subscription, or opt for the $89.99 'Knockout Weekend Bundle' which also includes Saturday's Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull fight card.
With three championship-caliber fights packed into one evening in the iconic Times Square setting, Friday's event stands as one of the most ambitious boxing presentations of the year and a must-watch for combat sports enthusiasts.
