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Ryan Garcia to Defend WBC Title Against Conor Benn

The matchup would mark Garcia’s first WBC welterweight defense, but promoters still must settle broadcast and scheduling issues.

  • On Monday, WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia announced on The Tonight Show that he will defend his title against Conor Benn in Las Vegas on September 12.
  • Benn earned his position as the mandatory challenger after defeating former 140-pound champion Regis Prograis in April, while Garcia captured the WBC belt by defeating Mario Barrios earlier this year.
  • Garcia described personal animosity toward his opponent, recalling an encounter at an award show two years ago where he claimed Benn 'grabbed me, pressed up on me.' He added, 'We'll be ready to go get him.'
  • Promotional friction remains a hurdle, as Garcia is aligned with Golden Boy Promotions while Benn recently signed with Zuffa Boxing, requiring a resolved contract before the fight is officially locked in.
  • The September 12 date faces scheduling complications, as Saudi Arabia boxing financier Turki Alalshikh stated Canelo Alvarez will meet Christian Mbilli that same day in Riyadh, potentially affecting broadcast windows.
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Boxing News broke the news on Monday, May 18, 2026.
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