Danny Garcia is ready to chase a title in a third weight class. The former two-division champion has agreed to a deal with Jose Benavidez Jr. in a super welterweight bout on July 30 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The PBC on Showtime main event will mark Garcia's debut at 154 pounds after he captured titles at 140 and 147. The 34-year-old Philadelphian hasn't boxed since a December 2020 loss to Errol Spence Jr. in a welterweight title fight. The 19-month layoff is the longest of Garcia's career.
On Saturday, July 30, 2022, Danny Garcia (36-3, 21 KOs) will face Jose Benavidez Jr. (27-1-1, 18 KOs) in a super welterweight bout at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. This fight is a PBC on Showtime main event production.
Danny Garcia vs. Jose Benavidez Jr. Betting Odds
Danny Garcia opened as a one-to-two favorite with Jose Benavidez as a two-to-one dog. A draw result opened at 19 to 1. Garcia carries plenty of public cache and is understandable chalk.
Danny Garcia vs. Jose Benavidez Jr. Preview
Danny “Swift” Garcia
As a two-division champion at 140 and 147lbs, Garcia is now on the hunt for a piece of gold at 154lbs. Such an accomplishment would further extend his already impressive career accolades. In his return to the Barclays Center for the ninth time, he’ll be all too familiar with the surroundings where he made his Showtime debut ten years ago.
The Philadelphia native ran through the super lightweight division, taking out many champions along the way. Erik Morales, Lucas Matthysse, Nate Campbell, Kendall Holt, Amir Khan, and Zab Judah all fell victim to the sleek boxing skills of Garcia.
During his run at welterweight, Garcia triumphed Paulie Malignaggi, Lamont Peterson, and a championship-winning bout versus Robert Guerrero in 2016. Despite losing three contests at 147lbs, these defeats were close contests with some of the world’s elite in Keith Thurman, Shawn Porter, and the current undefeated unified champ Errol Spence Jr.
“I feel blessed,” Garcia commented. “I’m back like I never left. I can’t wait to return to the ringin front of the fans at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, who have always supported me. And for all my fans across the country watching on SHOWTIME. The ‘Danny Garcia Show’ returns July 30, and you don’t want to miss it!”
Jose Benavidez
30-year-old Benavidez shifted his efforts up to the super welterweight division following his 147lb championship meeting with Terence Crawford in October 2018. Unable to overcome the champ, the younger brother of unbeaten two-time world champion David Benavidez is now taking his chances at 154lbs.
Born in California but raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Benavidez has long been a favorite of Southwestern fight fans. With one loss on his record, he’s also been a favorite choice at the sportsbook window.
Benavidez last fought in November 2021, a contest that ended in a draw when he met with Francisco Emanuel Torres. However, this was his first fight in over three years. He’d notably defeated top contenders such as Mauricio Herrera, Francisco Santana, and Frank Rojas during his path to the world title opportunity versus Crawford.
Garcia vs. Benavidez Bookmaker Free Pick
While Benavidez is echoing confidence in his size and potential power advantage, those aren’t the only attributes that succeed in a 12-round boxing matchup. In addition, experience is crucial, and the level of competition that Garcia has faced far exceeds that of Benavidez, despite being in a lower weight class.
Gamblers can expect Garcia to overwhelm Benavidez through his movement and shot selection. Then again, the last time we saw Benavidez compete, it was an utterly lackluster outing versus a competitor who doesn’t come close to the ability of Garcia.
Bookmaker Pick: Danny Garcia
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