Former two-division boxing champion Danny Garcia makes his return to the ring Saturday, July 30 when he takes on former welterweight title challenger Jose Benavidez Jr.
The event marks Garcia’s first fight in 20 months and his 154-pound debut. It will air on Showtime starting at 9 p.m. from Brooklyn’s Barclay’s Center.
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The 12-round junior middleweight bout between Garcia and Benavidez headlines a Premier Boxing Champions tripleheader. Both fighters have something to prove. Garcia hasn’t fought since losing a welterweight title fight against Errol Spence Jr. in 2020. Benavidez is coming off a victory by majority draw against Francisco Torres last November.
What channel is the fight on?
Garcia vs. Benavidez will air on showtime. Those looking for a way to watch have two great options.
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What time does Garcia vs. Benavidez start?
Saturday’s main card is set to begin at 9 p.m. EST. Garcia and Benavidez are scheduled to make their ring walks scheduled at 11 p.m.
Fight Card
(Odds via Caesars Sportsbook)
- Danny Garcia -800 vs. Jose Benavidez Jr. +550, junior middleweights
- Ali Eren Demirezen -180 vs. Adam Kownacki +155, heavyweights
- Gary Antuanne Russell -1400 vs. Rances Barthelemy +800, junior welterweights
Info
What: Danny Garcia vs. Jose Benavidez Jr.
When: Saturday, July 30
Where: Barclays Center -- Brooklyn, N.Y.
Start time: 9 p.m. EST; main event at 11 p.m.
How to watch: Showtime via DirecTV Stream or FUBO