Benn says he proved he doesn't quit in 12-round Garcia war
Conor Benn says his drawn-out battle with Ryan Garcia showed he has the stamina and heart his critics doubted. The welterweight went the full distance in what he called a career-defining test.
“12-round war proven. I don't quit, I don't stay down on one knee”
— Conor Benn, via BBC Sport
What Conor Benn said
Benn and Garcia met in a catchweight bout that settled questions about both men's conditioning after long layoffs. Benn had not fought twelve rounds since turning professional, while Garcia was returning from a suspension. The bout went to the scorecards with both fighters standing.
What it moves
Benn used the performance to answer critics who questioned whether he could handle championship distance. He is now expected to push for a full welterweight title shot. Garcia has yet to comment on a potential rematch.
Source: bbc.co.uk. Full Conor Benn fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.
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