Hidden under the antics and the controversial histrionics, there is no doubt that Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) is a phenom in his craft. As he prepares to fight for Mario Barrios’ (29-2-2, 18 KOs) WBC crown, his opponent isn’t going to let all the drama take his focus away from Garcia’s boxing prowess.
LOS ANGELES — The promotional tour for one of early 2026’s most intriguing boxing matchups officially began Thursday, as Ryan Garcia and Mario Barrios met face to face for the first time ahead of their WBC welterweight title fight.
On February 21 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia headlines a Turki Alalshikh (Ring Magazine) show, in association with TGB Promotions, Sela, and Golden Boy.
Gary Antuanne Russell's WBA junior welterweight title defense against Andy Hiraoka has landed on the undercard of Ryan Garcia challenging WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on February 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, sources confirmed to ESPN.
On February 21 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia headlines a Turki Alalshikh (Ring Magazine) show, in association with TGB Promotions, Sela, and Golden Boy.
The long-awaited welterweight title fight between Ryan Garcia and Mario Barrios is officially set for Saturday, February 21, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
A long-brewing showdown is now official. Mario Barrios will defend his WBC welterweight title against Ryan Garcia on February 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, it was announced Monday.