Conor Benn has officially become a free agent following his victory over Regis Prograis, with his team now targeting a clash against Ryan Garcia.
Benn defeated Prograis by unanimous decision over ten rounds at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marking his only fight under a one-bout agreement with Zuffa Boxing. His manager Keith Connolly confirmed the situation: “Conor’s a free agent. It was a one-fight deal… the target will be to fight Ryan Garcia.”
The bout represented Benn’s return following his split from Eddie Hearn and Matchroom, which drew significant attention across the sport. Despite the separation, Connolly spoke positively about the recent deal, praising Zuffa, Dana White, and their business partners for delivering what he described as a “tremendous deal.”
With his future now open, Benn’s next move remains uncertain, though his WBC ranking positions him as a potential challenger for Garcia. The British fighter has made it clear that a return to the welterweight limit is his priority, despite questions over whether he can comfortably make 147 pounds again.
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