Conor Benn finds himself in a reflective mood during a Zoom call from his Los Angeles apartment. As he navigates the complexities of fatherhood and masculinity, he also prepares for a significant fight against Ryan Garcia for the WBC welterweight title on Saturday.

Seated comfortably, Benn discusses the challenges of training away from his family, emphasizing how his children provide him solace amidst scrutiny from the media due to his 2022 drug-test saga.

• Benn's family life:
  • Father to two sons and a daughter.
  • Describes the joy of being their world, highlighting moments like watching Paw Patrol together.

Benn acknowledges the pressures he faced as a father and partner, stating, "I felt pressure being a partner and a dad... I just couldn’t cope with it at the time." He aims to be a better example for his children, reflecting on his relationship with his own father.

In discussing masculinity, Benn asserts that every man should provide and protect his family, shifting his focus from personal desires to family welfare. He states, "Every decision I make is for the good of my family."

The conversation inevitably turns to his upcoming fight with Garcia. Benn expresses a contrasting mindset to Garcia, whom he considers part of a generation seeking an easy life. He remarks, "Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion is my sort of mindset."

Benn's recent move to Zuffa Boxing raises questions about his motivations, but he insists that every decision is made with his family's best interests in mind. As he prepares for the fight, he reflects on his journey, stating, "This isn’t by chance, you know?"

With the stakes high, Benn aims to showcase his capabilities in the ring while navigating his role as a family man.