Boxing sensation Ryan Garcia makes his highly anticipated return to the ring on May 2nd, taking on Rolly Romero.
Despite serving a one-year ban from the sport after testing positive for Ostarine, Garcia has stayed firmly in the spotlight — and he’s been cashing in. According to OLBG, he’s earned an estimated $3.08M–$4.62M from Instagram alone, easily surpassing Romero’s total boxing career earnings of $2M–$3M.
Garcia’s estimated net worth is also in a different league: $20M–$30M, compared to Romero’s $4M–$6M.
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Ryan Garcia has made more money from Instagram than Rolly Romero has made from his entire professional fighting career
Ryan Garcia has earned an estimated $3.08M – $4.62M from Instagram alone since 2019, based on his follower count (12.1M), engagement rate (3.5%), and average earnings per sponsored post ($25,655 – $38,482).
Rolly Romero’s total career fight earnings are estimated between $2M – $3M, with notable paydays including $500K vs Gervonta Davis and $850K vs Isaac Cruz – significantly less than Garcia’s Instagram income.
Garcia’s net worth is estimated at $20M – $30M, bolstered by his digital presence, while Romero’s stands at $4M – $6M
Ahead of his return to the ring on May 2 at The Ring’s Fatal Fury: Times Square, Ryan Garcia is making headlines for more than just his boxing comeback.
A deep dive by OLBG into the financial profiles of Garcia and his opponent Rolly Romero reveals a remarkable truth; Garcia has likely made more money from Instagram alone than Romero has across his entire professional boxing career.
The numbers highlight just how powerful Garcia’s brand has become – and how the modern athlete’s income is no longer solely tied to performance inside the ropes.
Garcia: A Social Media Heavyweight
According to public data:
Instagram Followers: 12.1 million
Average Likes per Post: 421,536
Average Comments per Post: 4,446
Engagement Rate: 3.5%
Estimated Earnings Per Sponsored Post: $25,655 – $38,482
Estimated Weekly Follower Growth: 24,259
Earnings Calculation
Assuming Garcia posts an average of 2 sponsored posts per month, over a period of 5 years (2019–2024):
Total Sponsored Posts: 2 posts/month x 12 months/year x 5 years = 120 posts
Estimated Total Earnings from Instagram:
Low Estimate: 120 x $25,655 = $3,078,600
High Estimate: 120 x $38,482 = $4,617,840
Garcia’s Estimated Instagram Earnings: $3.08M – $4.62M
Romero: Career Earnings in the Ring
While Romero has held both the WBA interim lightweight title and the WBA super lightweight title, his biggest earnings have come from a few key bouts:
Assuming additional lower-tier earnings throughout his career:
Romero’s Estimated Career Fight Earnings: $2M – $3M
Reported Net Worth: $4M – $6M
A spokesperson for OLBG said: “Garcia’s last bout was officially ruled a no-contest after he failed a drug test and missed weight. Since then, he’s been candid about his struggles with mental health, earning public sympathy and support.
“Romero, meanwhile, is hoping to recover after his loss to Isaac Cruz in 2023 and the subsequent hit to his stock. While he may have the experience and physical edge, Garcia’s global brand power – and commercial reach – sets him apart in ways rarely seen in boxing.
“As Garcia and Romero step into the ring on May 2, the stakes aren’t just about titles or bragging rights. It’s a fight that pits two very different trajectories against each other – one defined by digital dominance and crossover fame, the other by a more traditional, fight-by-fight climb.
“Ryan Garcia has turned influence into income, and it’s now paying more than punches.”
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Executive Writer, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a passion for Combat Sports and also a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s also a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.
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