Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan 2 Round-by-Round Updates: Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan 2: Live round-by-round updates

Mikaela Mayer and Sandy Ryan will cross paths again in Las Vegas, where the stakes are higher than in their previous clash. Their first clash at Madison Square Garden was a ten-round war of back-and-forth action that ended with Mayer snatching Ryan’s WBO welterweight title via majority decision.

Six months after that clash, they meet again with everything on the line. Mayer (20-2, 5 KOs) wants to cement her claim as the best welterweight in the world, while Ryan (7-2-1, 3 KOs) is fighting for redemption. The winner will position themself for an undisputed title shot in one of boxing’s most competitive divisions.

The styles of both boxers also make this a compelling rematch. Mayer’s volume punching and experience are tough to overcome, but Ryan’s size, grit, and power make her a formidable challenger.

The action kicks off with prelims at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN. Sportskeeda MMA has you covered with live, round-by-round updates, results, and more of Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan 2.

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Round 1

Mayer is circling around with jabs to the body. Straight left to the body and a follow-up right from Mayer. Ryan barely misses with the overhand right but she eats a straight right hand from her American rival.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer

Round 2

Mayer seems to be in control of the fight. The pair trade jabs but Mayer wins the exchange with an overhand right. Another solid right hand from Mayer. A good hook lands for Ryan as she waits for her opponent to get inside range. Beautiful combination from Mayer to close the round.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer (20-18) overall

Round 3

Mayer starts the attack with a beautiful one-two combination. Both fighters try to dig shots to the body in the clinch. Ryan invites Mayer to swing more but this has been the Americans' fight so far. She lands a solid four punch combination against the Brit. Another beautiful five-punch combination that guarantees another round in the bag for Mayer.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer, 30-27 overall

Round 4

Ryan is trying to make this a competitive round, but Mayer is sitting down on her punches and landing bombs now. Two great left hooks from Ryan. Mayer maintains her composure and lands a good right hand.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer, 40-36 overall

Round 5

Mayer's left hook finds the home and lands on Ryan's chin. She is teeing off on her but Ryan holds her ground. Another solid right hand from Mayer. She's landing lateral shots and digging with the final punch to punctuate her combinations.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer, 50-45 overall

Round 6

Mayer is really making a statement in the rematch by executing a perfect plan. Triple jabs and a follow-up right hand behind to snap back Ryan's head. Ryan is biting down on the mouthpiece to engage in fiery exchanges. But Mayer maintains composure and bags another round.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer, 60-54 overall

Round 7

Mayer continues to dictate the pace, working behind a sharp jab to set up her right hand. Ryan is showing grit, trying to close the distance and make it a rougher fight, but Mayer stays composed, using lateral movement to avoid prolonged exchanges. A crisp right cross from Mayer snaps Ryan’s head back. Ryan lands a glancing left hook late, but it’s not enough to steal the round.

Our Score: 10-9 Mayer, 70-63 overall

Round 8

Ryan is amplifying her aggression, looking to make something happen, but Mayer remains a step ahead. However. Mayer seems tired now and Ryan is pushing the action. A solid three-punch combination lands flush for Ryan. She won this round and opened up a cut over Mayer's left eye.

Our Score: 10-9 Ryan, 79-73 overall

Round 9

This is a dog fight now with both fighters swinging wild in range. Ryan is letting her hands go as she pushes Mayer against the ropes. A big left hook lands for Mayer. Ryan is targeting the left eye. Ryan is chasing the finish now. What a fight!

Our Score: 10-9 Ryan, 88-83 overall

Round 10

Mayer hurts Ryan with huge shots to close the show in style, landing a crisp uppercut followed by a right cross. Ryan lands a short jab and follow up right hand. Ryan is swinging wildly, hoping for a game-changing shot, but Mayer stays disciplined, slipping punches and countering effectively. Wild exchange in the final seconds to close out a thrilling contest.

Our Score 10-9 Mayer, 98-92 overall

Official Result

Mikaela Mayer defeats Sandy Ryan via unanimous decision (97-93, 97-93, and 98-92)

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