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Ryan Garcia Says He Signed To Challenge WBC Champion Mario Barrios on Feb. 21, 2026

The claim follows his WBC reinstatement this month, with no promoter confirmation so far.

Jul 19, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Manny Pacquiao fights Mario Barrios at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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May 6, 2017; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Ryan Garcia (black/gold trunks) reacts after defeating Tyrone Luckey (not pictured) in their lightweight bout at T-Mobile Arena. Garcia won via second round TKO. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • Garcia posted a video stating he signed to face Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title on Feb. 21, 2026, without disclosing a location.
  • Golden Boy Promotions and Premier Boxing Champions had not announced or confirmed the bout at the time of reporting.
  • The WBC Board of Governors lifted Garcia’s suspension on Nov. 4, restoring his eligibility for WBC events.
  • Garcia has never won at 147 pounds and is coming off a May loss to Rolly Romero, with his 2024 win over Devin Haney overturned to a no contest after a failed drug test.
  • Barrios remains WBC champion after back-to-back draws, including against Manny Pacquiao in July, as contenders such as Conor Benn also target opportunities at welterweight.