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Ryan Garcia Says He Would Fight Conor Benn in UK as Benn Pursues Shakur Stevenson Bout

No bout is agreed, with Benn eyeing welterweight opportunities after avenging Chris Eubank Jr earlier this month.

Overview

  • Garcia told Covers.com he is willing to travel to the UK to face Benn and took aim at promoter Eddie Hearn’s stable.
  • Benn said he messaged Stevenson about an April fight and claims Stevenson replied that they could meet after he deals with Teofimo Lopez.
  • Stevenson is reportedly planning a move up in weight and focusing on a Lopez matchup in 2026, leaving any Benn fight uncertain.
  • Benn plans to return to 147 pounds in pursuit of a world title after two middleweight bouts against Eubank Jr.
  • Both Benn and Garcia have been linked to a potential shot at WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios, according to Yahoo Sports.