Prograis Predicts Benn's Risky Strategy Will Ultimately Backfire

Regis Prograis believes Conor Benn is taking a significant risk by facing him, and this gamble will ultimately prove to be a costly mistake. Benn is set to return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the venue where he secured middleweight victories over Chris Eubank Jr, for his third consecutive bout at the football ground. Prograis, a former super-lightweight world champion, is moving up to 150lbs to face Benn at a catchweight with no rehydration limit. "They've set the terms in his favor, but I'm confident in my ability to win," Prograis said in an interview with Sky Sports. "I've spent my entire career fighting at 140lbs, so this is a substantial jump for me. "I requested a weight stipulation for the day after the fight, but they declined. I chose to focus on making the fight happen rather than worrying about the weight. "I'm not concerned about the weight; I know I'm the better fighter. Let's make this fight happen and see who comes out on top." Prograis remains optimistic about his chances and has revealed that there is no rematch clause in place for his bout with Benn. The American boxer expressed his willingness to consider a rematch if the fans demand it, saying, "We don't have a rematch clause, but if the people want to see it, why not? It could be something interesting. "Initially, my plan was to move to 147lbs, not 150. However, I was already training when they called me with six weeks' notice, so it worked out. "Benn's team is taking a gamble by facing me, especially since I've been actively training." Prograis does not consider Benn to be in the same league as him, stating, "I don't think he's in my class. I know I'm the better fighter. "In my opinion, Benn is an average fighter - not exceptional, but not terrible either. "If you look at our accomplishments, mine far surpass his. I've been ranked No 1 in the world twice and have held the championship title twice; he has not achieved that level of success. "This fight will be different from his bout with Chris Eubank. It'll be a distinct level of competition and a different style altogether. I'm confident in my abilities, and I know I'm the better fighter." A victory over Benn could pave the way for Prograis to pursue another world title shot. "A win will open up numerous opportunities for me," he said. "I'm expecting something significant to come out of this fight. "My goal is to become a three-time champion, and I believe this victory will be a crucial step towards achieving that goal."