Conor Benn emerged victorious against Regis Prograis by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the bout 98-92. This match, held on April 11, 2026, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marks a significant comeback for Benn, who had not fought since his controversial drug test failure in 2022.
With this win, Benn’s professional record now stands at 24 victories out of 25 bouts. The fight was contested at a catchweight of 150 lbs, and Benn sustained a cut above his right eye during the match. Prograis, who was 37 years old at the time, was rumored to be carrying an injury into the fight, although the specifics of this injury remain unclear.
Notably, this bout was Benn’s first since parting ways with his long-time promoter Eddie Hearn, who was present at ringside. Benn expressed his feelings about Hearn, stating, “I love Eddie. I love Eddie,” despite the recent changes in his career.
During the fight, Benn was accompanied by his father, Nigel Benn, adding a personal touch to the event. This match was part of the undercard for the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov fight, drawing significant attention from boxing fans.
After a two-and-a-half-year hiatus due to the drug test controversy, which Benn has consistently denied wrongdoing in, his return to the ring was met with both excitement and scrutiny. Benn was cleared by an anti-doping panel, allowing him to resume his boxing career.
Observers noted the presence of Chris Eubank Jr., who had previously fought Benn in two bouts at middleweight. Eubank’s involvement in the event sparked discussions among fans and commentators alike, with some joking about his phone calls during the fight, remarking, “Eubank’s been on the blower for three rounds. Hearn yawning and Eubank on the phone. Iconic.”
As Benn continues to navigate his career post-Eddie Hearn, the implications of his switch to Zuffa Boxing remain to be seen. Details regarding Prograis’s injury leading into the fight are also unconfirmed, leaving fans eager for more information.