Ryan Garcia Reveals Conor Benn Fight During Jimmy Fallon Appearance

The announcement instantly creates another blockbuster event in the welterweight division and continues Garcia’s aggressive push toward major-money fights following his dominant victory over Mario Barrios to capture the WBC welterweight championship earlier this year.

Garcia Finally Gets His Preferred Opponent

Garcia has repeatedly stated in recent months that Benn sat at the top of his target list. After Benn defeated Regis Prograis in April, Garcia publicly pushed for the matchup, calling it one of the biggest fights that could be made in boxing. The rivalry already carries built-in intrigue:

• Both fighters are outspoken personalities
• Both have dealt with controversy outside the ring
• Both possess aggressive fighting styles
• Both command large fanbases internationally

Garcia previously mentioned that if the Benn fight didn’t materialize, he would revisit a rematch with Rolando Romero. Instead, it now appears Benn secured the opportunity.

Massive International Fight

The matchup has the potential to become one of the year’s biggest commercial boxing events. Garcia remains one of boxing’s biggest social media stars and ticket sellers, while Benn has become one of the United Kingdom’s top attractions after rebuilding momentum with wins over Prograis and Chris Eubank Jr. A fight between the two would likely draw massive interest in:

• The United States
• The United Kingdom
• DAZN global markets

No official date or venue has been formally announced yet, but Garcia’s public reveal on national television strongly suggests negotiations are complete or nearing completion.

Welterweight Division Heating Up

The announcement also continues the reshaping of the welterweight division. Potential future fights still looming include:

• Devin Haney vs. Garcia rematch
• Garcia vs. Shakur Stevenson
• Benn vs. Haney
• Benn vs. Romero

For now, though, Garcia vs. Benn appears set to become one of the sport’s next major headline attractions.