Overview
- DAZN and Turki Alalshikh confirmed the bout at T-Mobile Arena as “The Ring: High Stakes,” with live streaming on DAZN.
- Barrios was elevated to WBC champion in 2024 and retained the belt with consecutive draws against Abel Ramos and 46-year-old Manny Pacquiao.
- Garcia enters seeking a first full world title after a one-year suspension for an ostarine positive tied to the Devin Haney fight and a 2025 decision loss to Rolando Romero.
- Hall of Fame trainer Joe Goossen now works Barrios’ corner after previously training Garcia, including for his 2023 defeat to Gervonta Davis.
- Garcia has not recorded an official win since December 2023, while Barrios’ recent run features disputed defenses that kept the title in his hands.