Conor Benn records a unanimous points victory over Regis Prograis

It was the British fighter's first fight since his shock decision to split with his long-term promoter Eddie Hearn.

Conor Benn responded well to getting cut. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

Conor Benn cleared the path to a world title shot against WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia after recording a unanimous points victory over Regis Prograis at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Benn’s first fight since his shock decision to split with his long-term promoter Eddie Hearn, who was watching at ringside, saw him win a comfortable decision with all three scorecards reading 98-92 in his favour.