Ryan Garcia's aspirations to return to the boxing ring have hit a significant snag. The young fighter, known for his speed and striking power, is scheduled for surgery on his right hand this Wednesday. This development comes after a challenging fight against Rolando Romero, which not only ended in a loss for Garcia but also highlighted his need for medical intervention.

The injury, sustained during the preparatory phases for the Romero fight, was exacerbated during the match. Despite receiving cortisone injections to manage the pain, Garcia's performance was notably subdued, marking one of the lowest punch outputs in CompuBox's recorded history. Post-surgery, Garcia will be under the care of Dr. Stephen Shin, a renowned hand specialist who has previously treated other top fighters like Canelo Alvarez and Vasyl Lomachenko.

Recovery is expected to take at least six weeks, during which Garcia will be unable to train. This setback postpones potential high-profile matches, including a much-anticipated rematch with Devin Haney. Garcia's team, led by promoter Oscar De La Hoya, suggests that the focus may shift to a rematch with Romero, pending Garcia's full recovery.