Ryan Garcia and Claressa Shields exchange remarks regarding Rolly Romero

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Ryan Garcia and Claressa Shields exchange remarks regarding Rolly Romero
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Ryan Garcia criticized claims made by Claressa Shields regarding her ability to outbox Rolando “Rolly” Romero. During an appearance on Club Shay Shay, Garcia asserted that while Shields is a talented fighter, she would likely be knocked out by a male professional after an initial period of technical success. Garcia cited the physical and power-based advantages of male fighters as the primary factor in his assessment. Shields later responded to these comments on social media, referencing the fact that Romero previously held a win over Garcia in their own matchup. This exchange serves as the latest development in an ongoing feud between the two boxers, which has included prior public disagreements over past events.

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  • Ryan Garcia claimed on Club Shay Shay that Claressa Shields would lose to Rolly Romero.
  • Garcia acknowledged Shields' technical skills while citing male physical power as the deciding factor.
  • Claressa Shields responded to Garcia’s comments on X by calling him a disparaging name.
  • The public dispute is a continuation of previous feuds involving social media exchanges and past accusations.
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Ryan Garcia has reignited a heated boxing exchange after addressing Claressa Shields’ claim that she could outbox Rolando “Rolly” Romero. During an appearance on Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe, Garcia gave a blunt response when Sharpe mentioned Shields had made the claim twice.Garcia laughed before saying, “And then she’s knocked out.” He then explained […] The post Ryan Garcia’s Claressa Shields Comment Sparks New Boxing Feud With Rolly Romero appeared first on HEAVY.

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