The WBC world title is on the line in the division, with Barrios fighting for the first time since his majority draw with the returning Manny Pacquiao in July last year.
The draw meant that Barrios retained the belt, but he comes under fire against a rejuvenated Garcia, who is looking for redemption after a defeat by Rolly Romero in his first fight since his year-long suspension.
The Californian tested positive for Ostarine, a performance-enhancing drug, ahead of his shock victory over Devin Haney back in April 2024, with Garcia’s win converted into a no-contest after his positive test.
Now, he goes head to head with Barrios, after a rematch with Pacquiao did not materialise for ‘El Azteca’, who has had back to back draws after his tie with Pacquiao and before that against Abel Ramos.
He is looking for his first win since June 2024 in his third welterweight title defence, but ‘King Ry’ is hungry to prove himself once more on the world stage, looking to become a champion for the first time in his career.
Garcia’s most recent victory was in December 2023, knocking out Oscar Duarte, discounting his bout with Haney.
Barrios vs Garcia fight time and ring walks
The main event is set to begin at 5am GMT, which is 9pm local time. The undercard is set to get underway from 1am GMT, which is 5pm local time.
Those times, of course, could change.
How to watch Barrios vs Garcia
TV channel and live stream: The bout will take place exclusively on DAZN, where you can purchase the pay-per-view at a cost of £24.99.
Barrios vs Garcia undercard
Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia (WBC welterweight title)
Richardson Hitchins vs Oscar Duarte (IBF super-lightweight title)
Gary Antuanne Russell vs Andy Hiraoka (WBA super-lightweight title)
Frank Martin vs Nahir Albright (super-lightweight)
Bektemir Melikuziev vs Sena Agbeko (super-middleweight)
Barrios vs Garcia prediction
Neither man is in the best of form coming into this one, but Barrios has been the more active, especially considering Garcia’s year lay-off.
Barrios failed to convince in his majority draw with Pacquiao last time out, outlanded in power punches.
Garcia, meanwhile, also looked flat against Romero in Times Square, New York, where he was knocked down by a double left hook in the second round.
It could definitely be a case of both fighters cancelling each other out here.
Barrios to win by decision
Barrios vs Garcia weigh-in
On Friday, Barrios weighed in at 147lbs, while Garcia was a shade lighter at 146.5lbs.
Barrios vs Garcia latest odds
Barrios to win on points or by decision: 7/2
Barrios to win by knockout, technical knockout or disqualification: 13/2
Garcia to win on points or by decision: 12/5
Garcia to win by knockout, technical knockout or disqualification: 13/10
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
