Ryan Garcia shows off injury after street fight following title defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:09 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Ryan Garcia injured his hand during a brawl with a friend the day after defending his WBC welterweight title against Conor Benn on September 14, 2026. Garcia secured a second-round knockout victory in the match, demonstrating his speed and power. Following the fight, he engaged in a bare-knuckle spar with a friend, resulting in cuts to his knuckles. Despite the injuries, he reported they are minor and won't hinder his ability to compete. Garcia is eyeing a potential bout in December.
- •Garcia fought Conor Benn and won by second-round knockout.
- •He injured his hand while sparring with a friend the next day.
- •Cuts sustained from the street fight are not serious.
- •Garcia plans to fight again in December.
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