Danny Garcia is winding down one of the most successful careers in modern boxing history. But before he calls it a career, Garcia wants to say farewell with a bout in the venue where he had some of his greatest moments.
On October 18, “Swift” will face Daniel Gonzalez at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Of course, Garcia is celebrated for holding multiple world championships in two weight classes.
Garcia has not fought in over a year since his loss to Erislandy Lara for the WBA middleweight title.
Any time Danny Garcia enters the ring, the event is a major draw for betting traffic.
At the onset of betting action, there was little doubt about who the massive public betting favorite would be.
Danny Garcia opened as the heavy favorite with little hesitation on the part of gamblers to look elsewhere.
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Danny Garcia vs. Daniel Gonzalez Betting at Bookmaker
Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, will be the host venue for the super welterweight bout between Danny Garcia and Daniel Gonzalez on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The fight can be seen on pay-per-view.
Danny Garcia is a -550 favorite vs. Daniel Gonzalez, a +360 underdog.
Daniel Gonzalez is not seen as a viable threat to win the bout. The reasons include his low ranking and a resume that pales in comparison to Garcia’s.
Danny Garcia has stated that his matchup against Daniel Gonzalez will not be the final fight of his career. However, he is near the end of a spectacular 18-year career.
Garcia wanted a “Farewell to Brooklyn” matchup to show appreciation for fans who have been so supportive of him through the years.
“The fans have supported me the whole way, since I first fought here, and have made Brooklyn feel like my home outside of Philly,” said Garcia. “There’s nothing like a big fight night at Barclays Center. I had to do this show for the fans and show them how much I’ve appreciated them this entire time.”
Garcia expressed his desire to leave the Brooklyn stage of his career with a good taste in everyone’s mouth. In particular, he wants a fitting farewell to a city and venue that immediately took him to heart.
“The best way to say goodbye is by fighting here one last time and giving them a tremendous night of boxing full of rising young talent,” stated Garcia. “It’s gonna be the DSF show in Brooklyn once again on October 18.”
Danny Garcia
Garcia is coming off an RTD loss to Erislandy Lara on September 14, 2024, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV.
Since October 2012, Garcia has won seven of his nine fights at the Barclays Center. Initially, Garcia knocked out Erik Moarales to establish himself as a Brooklyn legend.
Garcia also defeated Zab Judah, Lamont Peterson, Paulie Malignaggi, and Robert Guerrero at the Barclays Center.
Keith Thurman and Shawn Porter defeated Garcia in title bouts at the Brooklyn venue.
Daniel Gonzalez
Last time out, Gonzalez won a unanimous decision against Michael Anderson on October 12, 2024, at the Prudential Center in Brooklyn, NY. With the win, Gonzalez won the IBF USBA welterweight title.
Meanwhile, heavy underdog Daniel Gonzalez vows that he is coming to win and not simply serving as cannon fodder.
"I'm stepping into the ring with a future Hall of Famer in Danny Garcia at Barclays Center," Gonzalez said. "I ain't coming to just show up, I'm coming to shock the world and prove how great I am. Life's about timing, and on October 18, it's 'Gallo' time."
Garcia vs. Gonzalex Betting Trends
Overall, Daniel Gonzalez has a career record of 22-4-1. He has seven career knockout wins and one knockout loss.
Gonzalez, age 35, is a native of Woodhaven, Queens, NY, where he still resides.
Danny Garcia, at 37, has a career record of 37-4. Garcia has 21 knockout wins and one knockout loss.
Garcia is a native of Philadelphia, PA, where he still resides.
Danny Garcia vs. Daniel Gonzalez Best Bets
Danny Garcia comes with a hefty price tag, but it's accompanied by quality.
Garcia brings a better resume and ability to the ring for his bout against Daniel Gonzalez.
Main Pick: Danny Garcia
Over/Under Pick: Fight to End Under the Rounds Total
Player Prop Picks: Garcia to Not Go the Distance
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