Ryan Garcia aims to defend his WBC welterweight title against Conor Benn on September 12 in Las Vegas, but the fight remains unsigned. Garcia announced the matchup on Jimmy Fallon's show, yet neither Golden Boy Promotions nor Zuffa Boxing has confirmed it. The ongoing feud between Oscar De La Hoya and Dana White complicates negotiations, especially since Zuffa Boxing doesn't work with traditional sanctioning bodies.

Oleksandr Usyk must decide whether to face WBC mandatory challenger Agit Kabayel or vacate his heavyweight belt. At 40, Usyk wants two more fights before retirement. His recent win over kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven raised questions about his vulnerability, but Kabayel presents less risk than other options. Kabayel recently scored six consecutive stoppage wins, including victories over notable contenders.

Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez targets a third division title before potentially facing pound-for-pound No. 1 Naoya Inoue. The junior bantamweight champion fights Antonio Vargas on June 13, with trainer Robert Garcia preparing him for a move to 122 pounds. Meanwhile, Jermall Charlo could return as soon as July after his May 2025 bout was postponed.

These storylines dominate boxing's immediate future. Garcia's promotional politics, Usyk's retirement planning, and Rodriguez's ascent all carry significant implications for their respective divisions and fan interest.