Garcia wants Lopez next; what about Shakur, Haney and 'Tank'?

The victor of Saturday’s welterweight showdown now holds the bargaining chip to command a unification fight that could bring megabucks to both camps, while any delay would leave Teofimo Lopez without a marquee opponent and keep the WBC and unified titles apart. The win not only preserves his championship but also positions him as the likely challenger for Lopez, whose own title aspirations hinge on securing the bout. The stakes encompass not just the fighters’ legacies but also promotional revenue and broadcast interest. Ryan Garcia retained his WBC welterweight crown by stopping Conor Benn in the second round of their Las Vegas bout.

CBS Sports provided the full fight card and date, confirming the event’s placement on a Las Vegas pay‑per‑view schedule. Variety listed the streaming options for viewers, while hypebeast.com described the knockout as a dominant finish that left the British challenger on the canvas within minutes. Garcia used his post‑fight interview with MMA Junkie to say a unification bout with Teofimo Lopez is ‘the move’ he wants next, signaling a clear target for his next defense. ESPN’s article expanded the conversation, naming Shakur, Devin Haney and Gervonta ‘Tank’ as alternative opponents the champion could entertain.

The outlets collectively illustrate the strategic options now on Garcia’s radar. Variety’s streaming guide and CBS Sports’ pay‑per‑view details suggest that rights negotiations will shape the venue and revenue split. With Garcia’s dominant performance and his expressed intent, the next step will involve formal offers, making the unification bout the focal point of upcoming boxing negotiations.