Teofimo Lopez Sums up Conor Benn's Chances of Beating Ryan Garcia to Become World Champion
Lopez said Garcia’s speed and Benn’s difficult 147-pound cut make the challenger a live underdog in the WBC title fight.
- On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia missed the scheduled face-off in Las Vegas, leaving challenger Conor Benn to promote their title fight at T-Mobile Arena alone.
- Both fighters enter this weekend's bout with histories of doping controversies; Garcia served a 12-month suspension after testing positive for ostarine, while Benn faced a lengthy absence following failed tests for clomifene.
- A-350 betting favorite, Garcia claims his 'ring intelligence' is misunderstood, while Benn faces the physical challenge of cutting back to 147 pounds after competing at higher weights in recent years.
- Former world champion Nigel Benn joined his son on stage during the event, prompting Benn to tell reporters, "He needs to get his shit together," regarding Garcia's promotional absence.
- Garcia intends to co-star with undefeated two-division champion David Benavidez on a Cinco de Mayo 2027 show, contingent on successfully defending his belt this Saturday against Benn.
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Teofimo Lopez sums up Conor Benn's chances of beating Ryan Garcia to become world champion
Teofimo Lopez does not rule out a competitive 12-round battle, or even an upset, when defends his WBC world title against . The pair will square off at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena this weekend, with Garcia making a first title defence after dethroning Mario Barrios in February. This unanimous decision victory followed a far less […]
Ryan Garcia Claims Benn Overlooks His Ring Intelligence
Ryan Garcia believes Conor Benn sees only his speed, power, and natural talent without understanding the work he has put into mastering boxing. Benn will get the chance to test ... continue Ryan Garcia Claims Benn Overlooks His Ring Intelligence @ Boxing News 24
Ryan Garcia Reacts To Conor Benn Saying This Will Be His Last Fight At 147: "He's Making Excuses" - Seconds Out
Ryan Garcia is turning up the heat on Conor Benn with some mind games ahead of the first bell of their world title fight. These two outspoken characters clash in Las Vegas on Saturday for the WBC welterweight title in what will be Benn’s first fight at this level. The best wins of his career […]
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