Welterweight showdown between the reigning World Champion Mario Barrios and dynamic powerhouse Ryan Garcia in a 12-round contest set to take place at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas on February 21, Turki Alalshikh announced on Monday.
Barrios (29-2-2, 18 KOs), 30, captured the WBC Welterweight World Championship in September 2023 and has retained the title in two 12‑round championship contests, including a split draw against Abel Ramos in November 2024 and a majority draw against former world champion Manny Pacquiao in July 2025.
Prior to his welterweight reign, Barrios was a world champion at super‑lightweight, claiming the WBA title in 2019.
“Becoming WBC welterweight world champion was more than a moment—it was a promise to my family, my city, and everyone who believed in the grind when no one was watching,” Barrios said in a statement. “San Antonio built me, and every sacrifice I’ve made comes with me into that ring. This is my division, my time, and I’m ready to show the world why the WBC title stays right here.”
Garcia (27-1, 19 KOs), who coming off of a loss to Rolly Romero in his debut at 147 pounds, will make his first world title attempt at 147 pounds. The 27-year-old has recorded 19 knockouts over the course of his professional career and has competed against several of the top-ranked fighters in the division.
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