Conor Benn Addresses His Fighting Future in First Statement Since Ryan Garcia KO
Benn thanked fans after the stoppage loss and said family sacrifices have defined his career, while he considers moving up in weight.
- On Saturday in Las Vegas, American Garcia retained his WBC welterweight crown, stopping The Briton Conor Benn in the second round with referee Thomas Taylor waving off the contest.
- Benn boiled down to the welterweight limit for the first time in four years, taking his opportunity as mandatory challenger for Garcia's WBC belt in this high-stakes bout.
- Following the defeat, Benn was transported to a hospital for standard checks and did not speak post-fight, later posting on Instagram to thank fans after only the second loss of his 10-year professional career.
- The 29-year-old said he does not have the answer regarding what comes next, though assuming Benn returns to the ring, he has stated he will be moving up in weight.
- Jack Catterall said on X, "Some fighters have to go the country route to a world fight I'm one of them but I've earned my shot," highlighting the contrast with Benn's marketability advantage.
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Conor Benn makes honest admission about his boxing future after crushing Ryan Garcia defeat
Conor Benn has admitted he does not know what comes next in his boxing career following his devastating defeat by Ryan Garcia in Las Vegas.The 29-year-old's first bid for a world title ended after just four minutes and 25 seconds as WBC welterweight champion Garcia produced a ruthless second-round stoppage.A powerful right hand sent Benn crashing to the canvas before the American increased the pressure, prompting referee Thomas Taylor to interve…
Conor Benn addresses his fighting future in first statement since Ryan Garcia KO
Conor Benn has released a statement regarding what comes next following his loss to Ryan Garcia. Benn boiled back down to the welterweight limit for the first time in four years, taking his opportunity as mandatory challenger for Garcia’s WBC belt. There was to be no upset in Las Vegas, however, as Garcia stopped the […]
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