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The wild weigh-in: Benn drops to 66 kg, then explodes to 81.65 kg in 12 hours
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Conor Benn pushed his body to the limit before his showdown with Ryan Garcia. The Brit lost 14.5 kg in just a few days to weigh 66 kg at the weigh-in, then regained 15% of his body mass in just 12 hours. An extreme challenge that highlights the limits of the human body in professional boxing.
To remember:
- Conor Benn lost 14.5 kg in just a few days to weigh 66 kg at the weigh-in before his fight against Ryan Garcia.
- He regained 15% of his body mass in 12 hours, reaching 81.65 kg after the weigh-in.
- This extreme cutting is a common but risky practice in professional boxing, with risks of edema or kidney disorders.
- Benn faces Ryan Garcia, undefeated in 25 fights except one, for his first world title.
The boxing world held its breath this weekend during Conor Benn’s weigh-in ahead of his fight against Ryan Garcia. The undefeated Brit (24-0, 25 including a no-contest) chose to drop to 66 kg, the welterweight limit, to face the American. But the cost was enormous: 14.5 kg lost in just a few days, a true physical marathon for an athlete used to competing at 72-75 kg.
Twelve hours later, the scene was completely different. On the scale, Benn weighed 81.65 kg, regaining 15% of his body mass in record time. A performance that shocked observers but perfectly illustrates the extremes of professional sports. Nutritionists, however, are sounding the alarm: these extreme cutting practices expose boxers to major risks, such as cerebral edema, kidney disorders, or severe electrolyte imbalances.
A welterweight duel with historic stakes
Facing Benn, Ryan Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) is a formidable opponent. The Mexican-American, already a social media star, is looking to add a world title to his resume. For Benn, this fight is a golden opportunity: a win would make him the first Brit in decades to claim a welterweight title. But in this technical showdown, every kilogram regained could be the difference between victory and defeat.
Experts are asking: Did Benn take too many risks? Is rapid post-weigh-in recovery an asset or a liability? One thing is certain—this fight promises to be explosive, both physically and mentally.
The dangers of cutting: a high-risk practice
Cutting, or rapid weight loss before a weigh-in, is a boxing tradition. But its dangers are often underestimated. Sports doctors warn that extreme dehydration can lead to heart attacks, kidney failure, or brain damage. Yet, despite these risks, athletes continue to push their bodies to the limit.
“It’s a matter of survival in this world,” confides a former professional boxer. “If you don’t make weight, you lose the fight before even stepping into the ring.” But at what cost? The question remains open, especially after the spectacle delivered by Benn and Garcia.