Conor Benn offered immediate world title shot in new division despite Ryan Garcia KO

Conor Benn has been offered an immediate world title shot in a new weight class despite his recent second-round stoppage defeat to Ryan Garcia in Las Vegas. Following a brutal weight cut to make the welterweight limit, the 29-year-old Briton is expected to move up to either the middleweight or super-middleweight division for his return to the ring.

Reigning WBO middleweight world champion Denzel Bentley has welcomed the prospect of Benn jumping the queue to challenge for his title, citing Benn's high profile as a major financial draw. However, Bentley may first have to fulfill a mandatory defense against Yoenli Hernandez, which could delay any potential all-British clash with Benn until 2027.