Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn: Fight Preview, Time, Odds & How to Watch
Ryan Garcia puts his WBC welterweight title on the line against Conor Benn in Las Vegas on Saturday, 12 September, in one of the biggest boxing fights of 2026.
Garcia makes the first defence of the world title he won against Mario Barrios in February, while Benn gets his first opportunity to fight for a world championship.
For Benn, the stakes are huge. The British contender is looking to follow in the footsteps of his father, former world champion Nigel Benn, by becoming a world champion himself.
The fight takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas as part of a huge Zuffa Boxing event.
Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn
Garcia comes into the fight with a professional record of 25 wins, two defeats and 20 knockouts. He captured the WBC welterweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Mario Barrios and will now make his first defence.
Benn has a 25-1 record with 14 knockouts and heads into his first world title fight on the back of victories over Chris Eubank Jr and Regis Prograis.
The clash also pits two explosive fighters against each other, with both men capable of ending the contest inside the distance.
Garcia’s last five fights
- Win – UD 12 vs Mario Barrios
- Loss – UD 12 vs Rolando Romero
- No Contest – vs Devin Haney
- Win – KO 8 vs Oscar Duarte
- Loss – KO 7 vs Gervonta Davis
Benn’s last five fights
- Win – UD 10 vs Regis Prograis
- Win – UD 12 vs Chris Eubank Jr
- Loss – UD 12 vs Chris Eubank Jr
- Win – UD 12 vs Peter Dobson
- Win – UD 10 vs Rodolfo Orozco
Garcia vs Benn tale of the tape
| Ryan Garcia | Conor Benn | |
|---|---|---|
| Nickname | King Ry | The Destroyer |
| Record | 25-2, 20 KOs | 25-1, 14 KOs |
| Title | WBC Welterweight Champion | — |
| Age | 28 | 29 |
| Height | 5’8″ | 5’8″ |
| Reach | 70 inches | 68 inches |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Nationality | USA | United Kingdom |
The WBC lists Garcia at 25-2 with 20 knockouts and Benn at 25-1 with 14 knockouts.
What belts are on the line?
Garcia will make the first defence of his WBC welterweight world title, while Benn is competing for a world championship for the first time.
It is a major opportunity for Benn to add his name to the list of world champions from the famous Benn boxing family.
The co-main event also has titles on the line, with unbeaten Jai Opetaia facing Noel Mikaelian for the Zuffa Boxing and Ring Magazine cruiserweight titles.
What time is Garcia vs Benn?
The main card is scheduled to begin at 8pm ET / 5pm PT on Saturday, 12 September. The exact ringwalk time for Garcia and Benn is subject to the length of the undercard.
For South African viewers, the main event is expected in the early hours of Sunday morning, with the exact ringwalk time subject to change.
How to watch Garcia vs Benn
The Garcia vs Benn event takes place live at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Viewers in South Africa can watch the fight via DAZN Pay-Per-View.
Garcia vs Benn betting odds
The big question is whether Garcia can successfully defend his title or whether Benn can produce the upset and become a world champion.
WSB Odds
Ryan Garcia – 1.36
Conor Benn – 3.40
Draw – 26.00
Garcia enters as the clear favourite, but Benn’s recent form and first world title opportunity make this a fascinating contest.
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Who wins Garcia vs Benn?
Garcia has the advantage of being the reigning champion and brings serious knockout power into the contest. Benn, however, has momentum behind him and will be determined to seize the biggest opportunity of his career.
Will King Ry successfully defend his WBC crown?
Or can The Destroyer shock Las Vegas and claim his first world title?
The answer comes Saturday night.
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