Conor Benn, fresh off his impressive victory over Chris Eubank Jr., is eyeing a potential showdown with WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios as early as March 2026. This follows Benn's successful venture into the middleweight division, where he avenged his earlier loss to Eubank Jr. in a dominant performance.
Benn's lawyer, Lee Emptage, told Sky Sports that a fight against Benn would be a much bigger commercial draw for Barrios after the weekend, making it a better choice for Mario, so it would make a lot more sense for Mario.
Benn Targets Stadium Fight After Barrios
Emptage added that while securing the WBC title is the immediate goal, Benn is also planning for another major stadium fight at 147lbs later in 2026, with potential opponents including Ryan Garcia or Gervonta Davis.
The welterweight division is buzzing with potential matchups. While Barrios has been linked to a fight with Ryan Garcia in 2026, Benn's camp is pushing for him to be next in line. Benn himself has expressed his eagerness to face either Barrios or Garcia, signaling his intent to dominate the 147lbs division.
Garcia Calls Out Benn
Ryan Garcia has even thrown down the gauntlet, expressing his desire for a UK showdown with Benn and teasing Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn. Garcia posted on X, “I’m up 2-0 on Mr Eddie Hearn. Would love to make it 3-0 and head to the UK, always been a dream of mine. LETS RUN IT.”
Benn responded, “I don’t play games or waffle like you yanks do. When I say let’s go, I mean let’s gooooo. Me v you next I’ll sign immediately and rest assured, I’ll knock you clean out.”
- Benn defeated Eubank Jr. in a middleweight rematch.
- He is now targeting a WBC welterweight title fight against Mario Barrios.
- Ryan Garcia has challenged Benn to a fight in the UK.
- Benn plans to headline a stadium fight in 2026.