Summary
Ryan Garcia defeated Mario Barrios to win the WBC welterweight boxing title in a match held in Las Vegas. Judges scored the fight unanimously in Garcia's favor, marking his first world championship win. Garcia aims to fight WBO super lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson next.
Key Facts
- Ryan Garcia won the WBC welterweight title by defeating Mario Barrios.
- The fight took place in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Garcia knocked down Barrios early in the fight and controlled the match.
- Judges scored the match 119-108, 120-107, and 118-109 for Garcia.
- Ryan Garcia is 27 years old and has a record of 25 wins and 2 losses, with 20 knockouts.
- Garcia's win comes after a period of challenges, including suspension and fines.
- Mario Barrios has a record of 29 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws, with 18 knockouts.
- Garcia expressed interest in fighting Shakur Stevenson, the WBO super lightweight champion, next.
