Ryan Garcia targets Lopez following stoppage victory over Conor Benn
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 9:28 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Ryan Garcia established his position in the welterweight division by stopping Conor Benn in their recent bout. As the current WBC welterweight champion, Garcia has identified Lopez as his preferred next opponent. This victory increases the number of potential high-profile matchups available to Garcia in the 147-pound weight class. Boxing observers are now looking at how this result affects potential future fights against other top contenders. The win over Benn provides Garcia with significant leverage for his next scheduled appearance. He remains active in pursuing competitive bouts to further his standing.
- •Ryan Garcia stopped Conor Benn in his latest welterweight contest.
- •Garcia currently holds the WBC welterweight title.
- •Lopez is the primary target for Garcia's next fight.
- •The victory has created potential matchup discussions involving other top fighters.
- 6:01 AMESPN — Garcia wants Lopez next; what about Shakur, Haney and 'Tank'?
"Ryan Garcia will look to unify world championships with Teofimo Lopez next after his stunning stoppage victory over Conor Benn.
"Ryan Garcia made a statement by stopping Conor Benn, and the win opened plenty of doors for the WBC welterweight champion.
Sources
External links- ESPNSep 13, 2026, 6:01 AMGarcia wants Lopez next; what about Shakur, Haney and 'Tank'?
Ryan Garcia made a statement by stopping Conor Benn, and the win opened plenty of doors for the WBC welterweight champion.
- Sky Sports—Garcia targets Lopez next | ‘Benn will be back’
Ryan Garcia will look to unify world championships with Teofimo Lopez next after his stunning stoppage victory over Conor Benn.
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