Conor Benn secured a unanimous decision over former champion Regis Prograis on the undercard at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, his first bout of the year. The 29‑year‑old fought through head clashes and a cut, competing at a 150‑lb catchweight and improving to 25‑1. The win came on the high‑profile undercard of the Fury‑Makhmudov event, boosting Benn’s profile.

After the win, Benn uploaded a video demanding the belt, naming September for a 10‑round showdown. He said, ‘Keep my belt warm.’ Ryan Garcia, who captured the WBC welterweight title in February after beating Mario Barrios, replied, ‘I’m down.’ Benn also warned he would cut weight again, promising a fast‑paced fight that could reignite the division’s excitement.

Benn’s victory places him to drop back to the 147‑lb welterweight limit for a potential clash with Garcia later in 2026, a fight that could draw attention and pay‑days. For now, Benn cements himself as the leading British contender in the division, ready to challenge the champion on the big stage. Negotiations are already underway, with promoters eyeing a September date in Las Vegas.