Ryan Garcia vows to 'put a whooping' on Conor Benn after confrontation

Ryan Garcia has promised to settle a score with Conor Benn after the British fighter confronted him at an awards ceremony two years ago. The American said his wife witnessed the clash and called the potential bout personal.

“He's from across the pond - his name is Conor Benn. He's been talking a lot, he's talking crazy. He actually confronted me at an awards show two years ago. My wife was there and he pressed me, grabbed me, so it's a little personal. We'll be ready to go. I'm going to put a whooping on this man.”

— Ryan Garcia, via BBC Sport

What Ryan Garcia said

Garcia told BBC Sport the pair clashed in front of his wife at an event, with Benn pressing and grabbing him. Garcia left the sport last year after testing positive for a banned substance and serving a suspension. Benn has not fought in Britain since his own failed tests in 2022 but has boxed abroad while disputing the results.

What it moves

Garcia said he is ready to face Benn if a deal can be struck. The pair operate in different promotional stables and no fight has been formally announced. Garcia's return to boxing remains uncertain after his positive test, while Benn continues seeking clearance to box in the UK again.

Source: bbc.com. Full Ryan Garcia fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.