In Barrientes’ previous fight, he stopped Julio De Jesus Romero in July. The bout marked a new chapter in Barrientes’ young career. He is moving into a contender role, with aspirations of a title shot. Although he has faced two unbeaten fighters – Jesus Preciado Hernandez was in his second pro fight and Linus Lambert turned pro against Barrientes – neither were remotely as established as Garcia. Despite lacking a notable win, Garcia has a record that, at the very least, should be respected for the time spent in the sport and the confidence of an unbeaten fighter.