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Conor Benn gained 32 pounds in the 12 hours after making the welterweight limit for his WBC title fight with Ryan Garcia. Both fighters stepped on the scales Friday and hit the 147-pound mark without issue, according to the BBC, despite questions about whether either man could make weight.

Boxing News / The Body Lock / September 11

Ryan Garcia Demands Smaller Gloves if Conor Benn Misses Weight

Ryan Garcia wants eight-ounce gloves used if Conor Benn misses the weight limit for their fight Eight-ounce gloves are lighter than the standard ten-ounce

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Ryan Garcia Explains Why He Skipped Conor Benn Faceoff

Ryan Garcia has explained why he left Conor Benn standing alone at a fight-week faceoff, and the explanation is that he did not feel like going. The WBC welterweight champion was scheduled to meet Benn at Mandalay Bay on Tuesday for a rooftop photo opportunity three days before their title fight at T-Mobile Arena.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 10

Conor Benn's Path To Garcia Fight After Hearn Split

Conor Benn fights Ryan Garcia for the WBC welterweight title Saturday after a two-year stretch that included failed drug tests, a promotional split, and a career detour that nearly derailed his world title ambitions.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / September 8

Ryan Garcia And Conor Benn Look To Escape Shadows of Oscar De La Hoya & Nigel Benn

The pictures show Oscar De La Hoya and Ryan Garcia standing over fallen opponents, 26 years apart. At that time in their careers, both were undefeated and impressively climbing the ranks – De La Hoya having just planted Jorge Paez in 1994, and Garcia having done the same to Francisco Fonseca in 2020.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / September 8

Conor Benn: The View From An Englishman

My editor asked me to do a “deep dive” from a British perspective on Conor Benn for the American audience. That’s a lot to unpack ahead of the Englishman’s WBC welterweight title clash against Ryan Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) this coming Saturday.

Boxing News / KO on SI / July 15

Ryan Garcia Set to Face Conor Benn in WBC Welterweight Title Blockbuster

As is the custom, the boxing world revolves around megafights and landmark events. Promoters work tirelessly to build those events from the top down. With championships and lucrative paydays at stake, big fight announcements feel like Christmas morning.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 17

Conor Benn tells Ryan Garcia 'that belt is mine'

Conor Benn has put Ryan Garcia on notice over the WBC welterweight title. The British fighter says he will take the belt from Garcia and fulfill a childhood dream.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / June 14

Golovkin, Tarver and Benn Headline International Boxing Hall of Fame Class of 2026

CANASTOTA, N.Y. — Three of boxing’s most accomplished champions officially cemented their legacies on Sunday as Gennadiy Golovkin, Antonio Tarver, and Nigel Benn were inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 12

Golovkin, Benn & More: Every 2026 Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee & Their Achievements

Gennady Golovkin is revered as one of the most dominant middleweight champions of all-time, and will, on his first ballot, get the recognition he deserves as an inductee into the 2026 class of the Boxing Hall of Fame this weekend in Canastota, New York.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 11

Golovkin, Benn headline 2026 Boxing Hall of Fame class

Gennadiy Golovkin and Nigel Benn will enter the International Boxing Hall of Fame in June as part of the 2026 class, ESPN reports. The middleweight legends anchor a group that includes Mexico's Jackie Nava and former light heavyweight champion Antonio Tarver.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 7

Conor Benn calls for Ryan Garcia to sign WBC welterweight contract

Conor Benn has challenged Ryan Garcia to finalise a deal for the WBC welterweight title. The Briton says he wants the belt his father Nigel won and believes Garcia is holding up the fight.

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Boxing News / Field Level Media / May 19

Ryan Garcia to defend WBC title against Conor Benn

WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia will defend his belt against Britain's Conor Benn on Sept. 12 in Las Vegas. Garcia, 27, announced the date and location of the fight in an appearance on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon." Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) won his first major title on Feb.

Boxing News / KO on SI / May 8

Conor Benn Slammed for Worst Flex Ever in Ryan Garcia Callout

Conor Benn is the son of former world champion Nigel Benn. Ryan Garcia's father wasn't. While many progeny of former boxers enter the sport to keep up the family tradition, few will ascend to the heights of their legendary fathers.

Boxing News / KO on SI / April 29

Lou DiBella Slams Zuffa Boxing's Conor Benn as 'Fraud' and 'Cheater'

The number of Conor Benn detractors continues to grow, as another well-known figure in boxing is uninspired by his recent performances. Following Benn’s unanimous decision win over Regis Prograis on April 11, many fighters and well-known people in boxing were uninspired by Benn’s performance.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 9

Eddie Hearn Defends WBC Decision

Eddie Hearn has come to the defense of the WBC’s controversial decision to designate Conor Benn as the next mandatory challenger for the welterweight title—despite Benn not fighting at 147 pounds for more than three years.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 4

Gennadiy 'GGG' Golovkin Elected to International Boxing Hall of Fame; Tarver, Benn Join 2025 Class

One of the most feared punchers of his era and one of the greatest middleweights of all time Gennadiy “Triple G” Golovkin has officially earned his place among boxing immortals.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 14

Nigel Benn Promises ‘The Real’ Conor Benn In the Rematch

Conor Benn (23-1, 14 KOs) is on a vengeance arc. Following a loss to Chris Eubank Jr (35-3, 25 KOs) in April, he is all set to reclaim his throne on Saturday.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / September 22, 2025

Conor Benn breaks down in tears as he reveals devastating impact drug case had on his mental health

Conor Benn has opened up about the toughest time of his life in a new Netflix documentary. ‘Matchroom: The Greatest Showmen’ follows the sports empire owned by Barry and Eddie Hearn.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 28, 2025

Nigel Benn was ruthlessly knocked out by a jab during a thrilling fight with a future world title challenger

Nigel Benn was sent hurtling towards the canvas after taking a huge jab. In his esteemed career, ‘The Dark Destroyer’ captured the hearts of fans with his all-action style inside the ring.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 23, 2025

Nigel Benn began his boxing career with devastating 22-fight knockout streak

‘The Dark Destroyer’ Nigel Benn was often able to live up to his famous nickname in the ring. The former world champion was no stranger to delivering knockout blows in the prime of his career.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 22, 2025

Nigel Benn Believes Son Connor Can Finish Eubank Junior Within Four Rounds

Coming from a suspension, Connor Benn (23-0, 14 KOs) took two months to prepare for the fight to trained at a training camp in Spain on the island of Majorca.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 30, 2025

Nigel Benn and Thomas Hearns snubbed as former champion names most skilled opponent

Both Nigel Benn and Thomas Hearns were among the greatest fighters of the 1990s and 1980s. Benn is best known for his epic fight series with Chris Eubank, while Hearns had a thrilling bout with ‘Sugar’ Ray Leonard, among other incredible performances.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 29, 2025

Conor Benn Will Leave No Stone Unturned As He Wants It More Than Chris Eubank

Chris Eubank Jr alongside his archrival Conor Benn will face off in a highly-publicized, long-delayed boxing contest this April. The pair will go toe-to-toe more than three decades after their fathers Chris Sr as well as Nigel Benn squared it out in the ring to settle their perennial bitter grudge.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 22, 2025

Nigel Benn ended crazy one-round world title fight with a brutal finish

Former world champion Nigel Benn is considered one of the best fighters to come out of Britain. From Benn’s epic brace of fights with Chris Eubank in their rivalry to victories over Gerald McClellan and Henry Wharton, ‘The Dark Destroyer’ was a sight to behold.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 15, 2025

Tensions Ignite as Eubank Jr Rejects Benn’s Handshake

The long-standing rivalry between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn took another dramatic turn as Eubank Jr publicly refused to shake Benn’s hand, branding

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 17, 2025

UK Family Dispute Will Finally Get Settled In The Ring

For years fight fans in the UK have been waiting for Chris Eubank Jr. (37-3, 13 KOs) and Conor Benn (23-0, 14 KOs) to fight. Finally this dream match will be coming to a reality.