Erislandy Lara vs Danny Garcia
On September 14, 2024, Erislandy Lara (30-3-3, 18 KOs), the middleweight WBA (Regular) champion, defends his title against former world champion Danny Garcia (37-3, 21 KOs).
Lara vs Garcia Stats
Erislandy Lara is coming in to the fight on a 5-fight win streak with a 50% KO rate; his last fight was a 2nd round KO victory over Michael Zerafa, 5 months and 15 days ago. Danny Garcia is on a 1-fight win streak with a 52% KO rate, with his last fight being a majority decision win over José Benavidez Jr., 2 years, 1 month, and 15 days ago.
Lara vs Garcia Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Erislandy Lara at 99-1 winning odds. Danny Garcia really doesn't have much to present against Lara.
Lara vs Garcia Result
The challenger refused to continue the fight in the 9th round, and Erislandy Lara is crowned the new middleweight world champion. Lara improves his record to 31-3-3 (19 KOs), while Garcia adds a loss to his record at 37-4.