Conor Benn won against Regis Prograis by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the fight 98-92. This victory marks a significant milestone for Benn, as it was his first fight since leaving promoter Eddie Hearn.
Benn’s professional boxing record now stands at 24 wins from 25 bouts. The fight, held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 11, 2026, took place at a catchweight of 150lbs. During the match, Benn sustained a cut above his right eye, but he managed to secure the win despite the setback.
Regis Prograis, who is 37 years old, was rumored to be carrying an injury leading into the fight, although the exact nature of this injury remains unclear. Benn was accompanied to the ring by his father, Nigel Benn, adding a personal touch to the event.
The match was part of the undercard for the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov fight. Eddie Hearn was present at ringside, despite having previously promoted Benn. Hearn later claimed he was not informed of Zuffa’s approach to Benn, highlighting the ongoing changes in Benn’s career.
After the fight, Benn expressed his feelings towards Hearn, stating, “I love Eddie. I love Eddie.” He also addressed the noise surrounding his career, saying, “I don’t feel no type of way at all to any of the noise or anything that’s being said, it’s just one of the things, isn’t it?”
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the implications of Benn’s switch to Zuffa Boxing and how it may affect his future in the sport. Observers will be keen to see how this victory influences Benn’s career trajectory moving forward.
