Boxing |23 February 2026

Ryan Garcia (Photo: BBC)

Garcia beats Barrios to claim WBC welterweight title

Ryan Garcia secured his first major title with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Mario Barrios to become the new WBC welterweight champion.

The 27-year-old American knocked down compatriot Barrios with a right hand during the first 30 seconds of the opening round in Las Vegas on Saturday.

BBC Sport

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