Prograis Predicts Benn's Risk Will Ultimately Backfire

Regis Prograis believes Conor Benn is taking a significant risk by facing him, and this gamble will ultimately end in defeat. Benn is set to return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where he has previously secured middleweight victories over Chris Eubank Jr. Prograis, a former super-lightweight world champion, is moving up to 150lbs for the catchweight fight with no rehydration limit. "Although they've set the terms in his favor, I'm confident in my ability to win," Prograis stated. "I've spent my entire career fighting at 140lbs, so this is a substantial jump for me." Prograis proposed a weight stipulation for the day after the fight, but it was rejected. Despite this, he chose to proceed with the fight, unconcerned about the weight. Prograis remains optimistic about his chances, asserting that he is the superior fighter and won't be bound by a rematch clause after the bout. He expressed his intention to use a victory over Benn as a stepping stone to another world title opportunity, aiming to become a three-time champion.