Ryan Garcia to fight Conor Benn in Las Vegas in September
Quick Look
- WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia announced he will face Conor Benn in Las Vegas in September.
- Garcia cited a personal history with Benn, recalling an incident two years prior where Benn allegedly confronted and grabbed him.
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Why It Matters
Ryan Garcia, the WBC welterweight champion, has announced his intention to fight Conor Benn in Las Vegas in September. Garcia mentioned a past personal encounter with Benn at an awards show two years ago.
WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia says he will face Britain's Conor Benn in Las Vegas in September.
Garcia, 27, won his first major belt in February when he beat Mario Barrios by unanimous decision, after two failed title bids.
Benn, 29, has never competed for a world title and is looking to follow in the footsteps of his father Nigel, who was a two-weight world champion.
"He's from across the pond - his name is Conor Benn. He's been talking a lot, he's talking crazy," Garcia said on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show.
"He actually confronted me at an awards show two years ago. My wife was there and he pressed me, grabbed me, so it's a little personal.
"We'll be ready to go. I'm going to put a whooping on this man."
Open Questions
- What are the specific terms of the fight agreement?
- Will this be a title fight for Garcia's WBC belt?
- What is the exact date of the fight in September?
- What is the current status of Conor Benn's boxing license and eligibility?
