Conor Benn faces Ryan Garcia in September welterweight title bout

Conor Benn is scheduled to face Ryan Garcia for the WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas this September. The matchup has drawn scrutiny regarding Benn’s ability to make the 147-pound weight limit, as he has not competed at that weight in four years.

Former European champion Spencer Oliver expressed concern that the weight cut could be a significant obstacle for Benn, noting that Garcia is a proven world-level fighter while Benn remains unproven at that level. Similarly, retired heavyweight David Price predicted a Garcia victory, citing the American champion’s superior hand speed as a deciding factor.

Garcia enters the bout following a title win against Mario Barrios, while Benn’s recent performances include a rematch victory against Chris Eubank Jr. and a win over Regis Prograis.