Mikaela Mayer and Sandy Ryan are set to rekindle their rivalry in an eagerly anticipated rematch, just months after a bizarre paint incident overshadowed their initial world title clash.
When is Mayer vs. Ryan 2?
The rematch will occur at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas early Sunday morning for UK and Ireland viewers. Fans can catch the action on ECNETNews starting from midnight on Saturday night.
Recap of the First Fight
In September 2024, American fighter Mikaela Mayer clinched the WBO welterweight title by defeating British contender Sandy Ryan via majority decision at Madison Square Garden. This clash was marred by an unusual incident where Ryan was splashed with red paint just hours before the fight. Mayer has distanced herself from the event, hoping their second bout will be free from controversy.
Importance of This Rematch
This rematch holds significant implications for both boxers, as the winner may face Lauren Price, who recently added the IBF and WBC welterweight titles to her collection, bringing her professional record to an impressive 9-0. Price, the 2020 Olympic middleweight champion, is keen on claiming the WBO title, aiming for an undisputed championship later this year.
Fighter Profiles
Mikaela Mayer:
- Age: 34
- Height: 5ft 9in
- Total Fights: 22
- Record: 20-2 (5 KOs)
- Rounds Contested: 164
Mayer has experienced only two defeats, suffering losses to Alycia Baumgardner and Natasha Jonas in 2022 and 2024, respectively. She became a champion in her 14th professional fight and has held multiple titles.
Sandy Ryan:
- Age: 31
- Height: 5ft 9in
- Total Fights: 10
- Record: 7-2-1 (3 KOs)
- Rounds Contested: 77
Ryan, who has a decorated amateur history, turned pro in 2021. She avenged a previous loss to former lightweight champion Erica Farias and achieved a fourth-round stoppage victory over Terri Harper earlier this year before facing Mayer.
Fighter Statements
Mikaela Mayer: "I believe Sandy has a weak mentality. She tends to overthink and easily gets flustered. This sport is mental, and having the right mindset is crucial. Expect an action-packed fight this time, and I anticipate it being worse for Sandy."
Sandy Ryan: "The paint incident affected my performance, pushing me to fight with emotion. I’m excited to return to the US, fully prepared. This time, fans will see a focused and determined fighter ready to reclaim my world title."
Tune in to ECNETNews for the live coverage of Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan, starting midnight on Saturday!
