Conor Benn believes he is within touching distance of a WBC welterweight title fight. He is the mandatory challenger and will face the winner of the upcoming bout between champion Mario Barrios and Ryan Garcia. Trainer Tony Sims is openly rooting for a Garcia victory to set up a major showdown for his fighter.

Benn recently moved down from middleweight after his rematch victory over Chris Eubank Jr. He now pursues a long-held ambition to capture a world championship, following in the footsteps of fellow British boxer Dalton Smith who recently claimed a WBC belt in Brooklyn. The shift in weight classes is a calculated move to secure a title opportunity.

Benn is eager to compete on American soil in Las Vegas, though he would also welcome a stadium fight in the UK for his home supporters. The Barrios versus Garcia fight is scheduled for February 21 in Las Vegas. Benn plans to attend ringside to scout his future opponent directly.