Eddie Hearn Predicts Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia Outcome: “Not Impressive”
Ryan Garcia will face Mario Barrios in a highly anticipated match for the WBC welterweight title this Saturday in Las Vegas. Prominent promoter Eddie Hearn has weighed in on the fight, predicting the outcome and highlighting key factors that could influence the bout.
Eddie Hearn’s Prediction on Barrios vs. Garcia
Hearn believes this fight is crucial for Garcia, who has faced setbacks in his journey to claim a world title. The 27-year-old boxer aims to finally secure a championship after previously missing opportunities. Garcia was supposed to challenge Devin Haney for the WBC super-lightweight title in April 2024. However, he missed weight, leading to that chance slipping away.
Garcia’s Recent Challenges
Subsequently, Garcia fought Haney but faced an unexpected turn when a positive test for the performance-enhancing drug Ostarine resulted in the fight being declared a no contest. Following a one-year suspension, he returned to the ring but suffered a surprising defeat against Rolando Romero, who holds the WBA regular welterweight title. This setback occurred during a lackluster performance in Times Square.
Mario Barrios: The Current Champion
Barrios has held the WBC welterweight belt since his promotion to champion in June 2024. Despite not securing a world title win since 2019, he has managed to defend his title twice, both ending in draws. Hearn points out that Barrios has often appeared unimpressive but remains a strong competitor who can exploit any lack of focus from Garcia.
The Fight Preview
According to Hearn, the build-up to the match has been relatively quiet, making it difficult to gauge García’s focus. He comments on Garcia’s history of alternating between extraordinary and lackluster performances. Hearn emphasizes, “Barrios might not have looked impressive, but he is a capable fighter if his opponent isn’t at their best.”
- Event: WBC Welterweight Title Fight
- Fighters: Ryan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios
- Date: Saturday night
- Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
- Viewing: Live on DAZN pay-per-view
Hearn confirms his expectation for Garcia to win but acknowledges the uncertainty surrounding Garcia’s performance. Fans can look forward to this compelling match-up as Garcia seeks to fulfill his potential and capture his long-awaited title.
