Overview
- The Ring: High Stakes will headline T-Mobile Arena with live coverage on DAZN via Ultimate subscription or pay-per-view.
- Champion Mario Barrios defends after back-to-back draws with Abel Ramos and Manny Pacquiao following his elevation to full WBC titleholder.
- Ryan Garcia enters the bout after an overturned win against Devin Haney for a failed drug test, a one-year suspension, and a May 2025 decision loss to Rolando Romero.
- DAZN and Saudi entertainment chief Turki Alalshikh announced the fight and broadcast details on Monday.
- Barrios has switched to trainer Joe Goossen, who previously coached Garcia, creating a notable corner storyline.