Ryan Garcia, Conor Benn separated during heated press conference

Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn had to be separated during a heated press conference at Fanatics Fest in New York City on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The two boxers, who are scheduled to fight on September 12 for Zuffa Boxing, exchanged insults and nearly came to blows on stage. Despite a calmer initial staredown, there was significant trash talk throughout the event.