Barrios vs. Garcia: Date, fight card and how to watch the WBC welterweight title fight
Ryan Garcia will challenge Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight world title on Feb. 21, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The main event is scheduled to close a stacked card that features multiple title fights and high-profile undercard bouts.
Full fight card and schedule (ET)
The evening is built around three title fights and a deep supporting lineup. Times below are listed in Eastern Time.
- Mario Barrios vs. Ryan Garcia — WBC welterweight title — 11: 53 p. m. ET (main event)
- Richardson Hitchins vs. Oscar Duarte — IBF super lightweight title — 10: 47 p. m. ET
- Gary Antuanne Russell vs. Andy Hiraoka — WBA super lightweight title — 9: 44 p. m. ET
- Frank Martin vs. Nahir Albright — Super lightweight — 8: 50 p. m. ET
- Bektemir Melikuziev vs. Sena Agbeko — Super middleweight — 7: 55 p. m. ET
How to watch and what to expect
Fight night will be presented as a premium event with pay-per-view and broadcast options. Fans planning to tune in should check local listings and official event channels for viewing windows, streaming details, and ringwalk times. Ticket information for T-Mobile Arena remains available through standard ticketing outlets for those attending in person.
Mario Barrios arrives as the defending champion, set to make his fourth defense of the WBC welterweight title. His recent defenses include wins in May 2024, November 2024 and July 2025. Ryan Garcia takes a high-profile shot at the belt, stepping into a late-night main event slot that should deliver an intense finish to the evening.
Expect a tactical matchup with stakes that extend beyond the belt: a victory will reshape the divisional landscape and open new opportunities for the winner. The undercard carries significance of its own, with two secondary title fights that could produce breakout performances and future contenders.
Broader notes from the boxing calendar
The Feb. 21 card arrives amid a busy period in the sport, with a number of notable matchups and negotiations active for the coming months. Promoters and managers are aligning dates for several top-tier contests scheduled or being discussed later this year, and fighters at multiple weights are positioning themselves for title opportunities and cross-promotional bouts.
For fans tracking developments, the week of this event will likely produce additional lineup confirmations, undercard changes, and final media appearances. Those with an eye on rankings and future showdowns should monitor official announcements from the fighters and their teams in the days leading up to fight night.
Fight night coverage will run late, with the main event expected around 11: 53 p. m. ET. Plan accordingly for start times and undercard viewing if you want to catch the full build to the championship round.
