Ryan Garcia Returns to Boxing in High-Stakes Title Clash
Former WBC interim lightweight champion Ryan Garcia is set to end a nine-month absence from the ring this Saturday. The 27-year-old American will challenge WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios in a world championship bout in Las Vegas. This marks Garcia's first fight since a unanimous-decision loss to Rolly Romero in May 2025, which cost him a shot at the WBA welterweight belt.
Garcia's Financial Standing and Career Earnings
Ryan Garcia's net worth is estimated at approximately £35 million, largely accumulated through his professional boxing career. He turned pro at 17 and signed with Oscar de la Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions shortly after his 18th birthday, rapidly becoming a major draw in the sport.
His earnings surged after a TKO victory over Luke Campbell in January 2021, which improved his record to 21-0. Garcia has claimed he earned around £20 million (pre-tax) for his seventh-round stoppage loss to Gervonta Davis in 2023. A year later, he alleged making roughly £35 million for his WBC super lightweight bout against Devin Haney, though that win was later overturned due to a failed drug test.
Beyond fight purses, Garcia benefits from endorsement deals with brands like Gatorade, Dior, GymShark, and clothing company YoungLA. He also engages in live streaming and collaborations with content creators, though the financial impact of these ventures is unclear. With 12.5 million Instagram followers, his social media presence adds to his marketability.
Personal Life: Marriage to Andrea Celina
Garcia's relationship with Andrea Celina has been a focal point of media attention. The couple began dating in 2019 and have two children: daughter Bela, born in 2020, and son Henry, born in December 2023. Celina is a social media influencer with 230,000 Instagram followers, promoting clothing and makeup brands.
Their marriage has seen turbulence. Shortly after Henry's birth, Garcia announced plans for divorce, later claiming he proposed to adult film actress Savannah Bond. However, in August 2025, Garcia requested a Los Angeles court to pause divorce proceedings, and the couple reconciled, appearing together publicly. They celebrated his 27th birthday together last year but now keep their affairs private.
Garcia also has a daughter, Riley, from a previous relationship with ex-girlfriend Catherine Gamez. He often cites his children as inspiration in his career.
Upcoming Fight Against Mario Barrios
Saturday's bout against Barrios represents a critical moment for Garcia, who has won only one of his last four fights. A victory could reestablish him as an elite welterweight, while a loss might jeopardize future title opportunities. This is his first time challenging for another fighter's world title; previous bouts involved vacant or stripped belts.
Barrios, 30, has defended his WBC welterweight title twice, though controversially, with draws against Abel Ramos in 2024 and Manny Pacquiao in 2025. He previously held the WBA super lightweight title, losing it via TKO to Gervonta Davis. Adding intrigue, Garcia's former trainer, Joe Goossen, is now part of Barrios' camp.
The fight headlines The Ring: High Stakes card and is available on DAZN PPV for £24.99 or free with a DAZN Ultimate plan.
