Frank Warren thinks British boxing star should now retire: “He got destroyed”

does not rule out a retirement after seeing ‘The Destroyer’ get “destroyed” in two rounds by Ryan Garcia. Indeed, the 29-year-old appeared way out of his depth against the vastly superior Garcia, who displayed glaring advantages in speed and skill…

Published: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 9:34 AM
Frank Warren thinks British boxing star should now retire: “He got destroyed”
Key Things to Know
  • Promoter Frank Warren has advised Conor Benn to retire from boxing.
  • Benn was stopped in the second round by WBC world champion Ryan Garcia.
  • Warren stated that Benn does not belong at the world championship level.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Queensberry promoter Frank Warren has suggested that British boxer Conor Benn should retire from the sport. The comments follow Benn's recent second-round stoppage defeat to WBC world champion Ryan Garcia. Garcia floored Benn with a powerful right hand in the second round, leading to the referee stopping the contest on Benn's feet.

Warren stated that Benn is not at the world level and suggested he hang up his gloves after earning significant money in his recent bouts. Observers have noted that Benn's most viable option for another major payday could be a trilogy fight against rival Chris Eubank Jr.

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