The World Boxing Association gave special consent to this fight on the condition that the winner crosses gloves with Michael Zerafa (31-4, 19 KOs) within the next 120 days. Previously, the Australian reached a financial agreement on this matter with Lara's team.
The Lara-Garcia fight will take place at the contract limit of 155 pounds. Garcia last fought in July last year, defeating Jose Benavidez. Lara's last fight took place in May last year.