Mikaela Mayer Dominates Sandy Ryan In Unanimous Decision

Mikaela Mayer made a statement in her rematch with Sandy Ryan, decisively defeating her opponent by unanimous decision on March 30, 2025, at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, Nevada. The judges scored the bout 98-92 and 97-93 on two cards, showcasing Mayer's dominance throughout the fight. With this victory, Mayer successfully defended her WBO welterweight world title for the first time, having initially claimed the belt in their first encounter last September.

The fight was part of a thrilling Top Rank boxing card that also featured several other exciting matchups, but all eyes were on Mayer and Ryan as they stepped into the ring for their highly anticipated rematch. The first bout had ended in controversy, with Mayer winning by majority decision after a fierce battle at Madison Square Garden. That night was marked by an unsettling incident when Ryan was attacked with a can of red paint as she left her hotel, an act she believed was orchestrated by Mayer's team. Despite the chaos, Ryan fought valiantly, but Mayer emerged victorious.

In the rematch, Mayer showcased her boxing prowess right from the start. She pressed forward, utilizing her speed and volume of punches to keep Ryan on the back foot. "I felt great in there, and I knew I had to keep the pressure on to win this fight decisively," Mayer said in her post-fight interview. Ryan, however, countered effectively at times, switching between orthodox and southpaw stances, but it was clear that Mayer's hand speed and accuracy were too much for her.

As the rounds progressed, Mayer maintained a higher work rate and landed more significant punches. By the eighth round, Ryan increased her output, but an accidental head clash led to a cut above Mayer's left eye. Despite this setback, Mayer continued to engage, trading punches with Ryan until the final bell. The fight exemplified Mayer's grit and determination, as she fought through adversity to secure a clear victory.

After the fight, Mayer expressed her desire to move forward and seek undisputed status in the welterweight division. "Now it's time to move on and go for undisputed," she declared, setting her sights on Lauren Price, who holds the WBA, WBC, and IBF welterweight titles. Price recently unified her titles by defeating Natasha Jonas, making a potential showdown with Mayer all the more enticing.

In the co-main event, Brian Norman Jr. also retained his WBO welterweight world title with an impressive third-round TKO victory over Derrieck Cuevas. Norman Jr. (27-0, 21 KOs) demonstrated his power and precision, landing a powerful combination that sent Cuevas (27-2-1, 19 KOs) to the canvas. The official time of stoppage was 2:59 of the third round, marking Norman's first successful title defense.

Other notable results from the undercard included Bruce Carrington, who won by technical knockout against Enrique Vivas in the third round, and Emiliano Vargas, who stopped Giovannie Gonzalez in the second round. Delante Johnson also secured a fifth-round TKO against Kendo Castaneda, while Dedrick Crocklem won by first-round TKO over Dionne Ruvalcaba. Emmanuel Chance rounded out the night with a unanimous decision victory against Miguel Guzman.

The atmosphere at the Fontainebleau was electric, with fans eagerly anticipating the rematch between Mayer and Ryan. The fight was broadcast live on ESPN, ESPN+, and ESPN Deportes in the United States, and viewers in Canada could catch the action on TSN+, while it aired on Sky Sports Action in the UK.

Mayer's victory not only solidifies her status as a top contender in women's boxing but also sets the stage for a potentially historic clash with Price later this year. As the welterweight division heats up, fans can expect more thrilling matchups that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

With the win over Ryan, Mayer improves her record to 21 wins, 2 losses, and 5 knockouts, while Ryan falls to 7 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw. The rematch was a testament to Mayer's skill and determination, proving that she is ready to take on the best in the sport.