With the title secured, Garcia now sets his sights on bigger fights ahead”
Ryan Garcia defeated Mario Barrios to claim the WBC welterweight world title in an impressive performance in Las Vegas. The fight lasted all 12 rounds, with Garcia securing a clear unanimous decision victory. The judges scored the bout 120-107, 119-108 and 118-109 in his favour.
Garcia made a powerful start, knocking Barrios down in the opening seconds with a sharp right hand. That early knockdown set the tone for the fight. He maintained control with fast combinations, accurate jabs and smart footwork, while Barrios struggled to respond consistently.
Throughout the contest, Garcia showed discipline and confidence, keeping the pressure on the defending champion. His speed and timing proved too much for Barrios, who could not turn the momentum in his favour despite going the distance.
The victory gives Garcia his first full world title at welterweight (147 lbs) and improves his professional record to 25-2 with 20 knockouts. Barrios, who entered the fight as champion, drops to 29-3-2 after the loss.
After the fight, Garcia called out fellow champion Shakur Stevenson, signaling his desire for another major showdown. This win marks a significant moment in his career and positions him strongly for bigger opportunities in the division.