Three division world champion Mikey Garcia has a big goal in mind - he wants to take over as the best fighter of this generation, after the recent retirement of Floyd Mayweather Jr.
On March 10 from the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas - Garcia (37-0, 30 KOs) will attempt to capture a world title in a fourth weight class when he takes on unbeaten IBF junior welterweight champion Sergey Lipinets (13-0, 10 KOs), who is making his first title defense.
The fight was originally scheduled for February 10, but it was pushed back a month after Lipinets suffered a hand injury during training camp.
Garcia, who still holds the WBC lightweight title, is very motivated to capture a fourth world title.
"Hopefully I get to accomplish this goal of winning the title in four different weight divisions on March 10. It's an honor to be included on such a short list. This only opens up the doors to bigger fights and bigger things for my career," Garcia said.
A victory would bring him closer to securing much bigger opportunities - like dropping back to 135-pounds for a unification with Jorge Linares, who defends this Saturday against Mercito Gesta.
Over the next few years, Garcia wants to solidify his position as the best fighter in the sport.
"March 10 is just another small step closer to achieving my ultimate goal, which is to become the best fighter of this generation," Garcia said.
Lipinets is a big underdog in the upcoming fight, but he plans to make it a real fireworks filling encounter by fighting the only way he knows how - by coming forward and throwing a lot of hard punches.
"I will give my best before I get in the ring and when I get in the ring. I guarantee it will be a war and a great fight and you won't be disappointed," Lipinets said.