Mario Barrios and Ryan García Face Off Today: Schedule and Live Broadcast from the United States

This Saturday, February 21, two prominent American boxers of Mexican descent, Mario Barrios and Ryan García, will face off in the ring for the WBC welterweight world title. The fight is part of The Ring High Stakes event and will be broadcast exclusively on the DAZN platform.

What time does the fight start? DAZN broadcast details

The preliminary card will begin around 5:45 p.m. Eastern Time, which is 7:45 p.m. in Argentina. However, the main event between García and Barrios is scheduled for approximately 11:00 p.m. ET, about 1:00 a.m. Sunday in Argentina, though this time may vary depending on the length of the earlier fights.

The broadcast will be available only via pay-per-view (PPV) through DAZN. Interested viewers can access it with a monthly subscription plan ($30.99) or an annual plan ($224.99), plus the additional cost of the event.

Profiles and records: who are Mario Barrios and Ryan García

Mario Barrios, from Texas, is the reigning WBC super welterweight champion. His professional record includes 29 wins, two losses, and two draws, with 18 knockouts. In 2023, he won the interim title against Yordenis Ugas. After Terence Crawford vacated the division, Barrios was promoted to full champion, solidifying his position as a leading figure in the welterweight class.

Meanwhile, Ryan García has a record of 24 wins and two losses, with 20 knockouts. He returns to a high-profile fight after a period marked by various conflicts both inside and outside the ring. His last fight was in May 2025, when he lost by decision to Rolando Romero in a bout for a secondary WBA title.

From a technical standpoint, both fighters have contrasting styles: Barrios relies on physical endurance and consistent punching throughout the rounds, while García depends on his speed and impact power to seek an early finish.

The road to this fight: controversies and previous sanctions for Ryan García

In the days leading up to the fight, the WBC fined Ryan García $5,000 for failing to submit the mandatory weight control video on time, according to Boxing Scene reports. After receiving the official notice, the Californian boxer submitted the required footage, confirming his weight was within 5% of the 147-pound limit for the bout.

García’s recent history has been marked by controversy. Days after defeating Haney, the Californian tested positive for a banned substance in a doping control, resulting in a one-year suspension and the annulment of that fight result. That same year, he was arrested in Beverly Hills on vandalism charges, adding to a series of incidents that have surrounded the boxer in recent years.

Complete card for The Ring High Stakes event

In addition to the main event between Barrios and García, the boxing night features several notable matchups:

• Richardson Hitchins vs. Óscar Duarte Jurado (for the IBF super lightweight title)
• Gary Antuanne Russell vs. Andy Hiraoka (for the WBA super lightweight title)
• Frank Martin vs. Nahir Albright (super lightweight division)
• Bektemir Melikuziev vs. Sena Agbeko (super middleweight division)

A significant audience turnout is expected, considering both fighters have large followings in the United States and Mexico. For those interested in watching from anywhere, DAZN is the only access option, requiring a subscription plus an additional fee for this specific event.