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Ryan Garcia called out for another title unification before facing Teofimo Lopez

Ryan Garcia is seeking to take over the welterweight division after winning and defending his WBC world title earlier this year. Despite targeting a unification against Teofimo Lopez to kickstart that plan, another route has presented itself. Garcia stopped Conor…

By Tom Eaton · Boxing News Online

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 9:39 PM

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Liam Paro called out Ryan Garcia for a welterweight unification fight targeted for early 2027.
Garcia previously sought a unification with Teofimo Lopez, who was ordered to fight Jack Catterall first.
Paro aims to defend his IBF belt in late November or December before pursuing the Garcia clash.

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IBF welterweight champion Liam Paro has targeted a world title unification bout with WBC champion Ryan Garcia for early 2027. Garcia previously called out WBA champion Teofimo Lopez after stopping Conor Benn in two rounds, but the WBA ordered Lopez to face mandatory challenger Jack Catterall, potentially delaying their matchup.

Paro plans to make a title defense in late November or early December against a top-15 opponent, with Paddy Donovan expected to be mandated. The Australian fighter stated he is willing to host Garcia in Australia or travel to Las Vegas for the unification fight.

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Ryan Garcia called out for another title unification before facing Teofimo Lopez

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