Sandy Ryan and Mikaela Mayer Prepare for Heated Rematch Amid Ongoing Paint Attack Controversy
As the investigation into the pre-fight attack on Ryan remains unresolved, both fighters aim to settle their personal and professional feud in Las Vegas.
- Sandy Ryan and Mikaela Mayer are set to face off in a rematch on March 29, 2025, at the Fontainebleau Arena in Las Vegas.
- The rivalry stems from a controversial paint attack on Ryan before their first fight in September 2024, which Mayer's camp denies involvement in.
- Ryan claims the attack affected her performance in the first fight, which Mayer won via majority decision, and she seeks redemption in the rematch.
- Mayer has labeled Ryan's accusations as baseless and supports the ongoing investigation to identify the perpetrator of the attack.
- The unresolved incident, coupled with personal tensions such as Ryan working with Mayer's former coach, has heightened the stakes for their upcoming bout.