Ryan Garcia Places Big Bet on Abdullah Mason

Ryan Garcia has placed a big bet on Abdullah Mason, who defends his WBO title against Albert Bell on July 4th. Mason, 22, is 20-0 with 17 KOs and faces a tough test in Bell.

What's at stake for Mason?

Mason's title defense is a big opportunity for him to prove himself as a top lightweight contender. He was originally set to face Joe Cordina, but the Welsh challenger was denied a US visa.

Who is Albert Bell?

Bell, 33, is a former sparring partner of Mason's and has a 28-0 record with 9 KOs. He is a big underdog at +375, but could still pose a threat to Mason.

What about Bruce Carrington?

Carrington, 29, defends his WBC featherweight title against Rene Palacios on the same card. Palacios, 25, is confident of causing an upset and has been talking up his chances.

What's next for Estelle Mossely?

Mossely, 29, returns to pro action after a stint in the amateur code, facing Karen Elizabeth Carabajal in a super lightweight bout. She won her last pro bout in April and will be looking to continue her unbeaten run.

Mason and Bell fight on July 4th in Cleveland, with Carrington and Palacios on the undercard. Mossely faces Carabajal in a southeastern suburb of Paris on the same day. Ryan Garcia will be watching with interest as his big bet on Mason is put to the test.