Prograis vs Haney: Boxing's Next Star
Set to take place at San Francisco's Chase Center, the upcoming junior welterweight title bout between Regis Prograis and Devin Haney is poised to introduce a fresh star to the world of boxing. Despite their individual popularity and respect within the sport, both Prograis and Haney have yet to reach the pinnacle of being widely recognized as true giants in boxing. This is precisely what makes their match on Saturday so captivating.
With the WBC junior welterweight title on the line (currently held by Prograis), the 12-round bout holds even greater significance due to the potential for both fighters to achieve stardom. The outcome of this highly anticipated fight will determine who emerges as the sport's next rising star.
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In the world of contemporary boxing, the Prograis-Haney fight is set to be broadcast on DAZN pay per view. While neither fighter is a big draw in terms of pay per view buys, some argue that the cost of the fight should be no more than a monthly streaming payment. However, the reality is that boxing matches, even those that would have been undercard fights in the past, now come with a high price tag of close to one hundred dollars. Despite the cost, there's no denying that this match is both intriguing and relevant.
Prograis, who is 34 years old, has an impressive record of knocking out 24 of his 29 opponents. He has only gone the distance six times in his professional career, with just one loss to the undefeated Josh Taylor in 2019. Known for his brashness, power, and speed, the New Orleans native is a colorful character both inside and outside the ring. Prograis has been quite vocal leading up to this weekend's showdown, but it remains to be seen if he has managed to get inside Haney's head.
Devin Haney, a 25-year-old boxer from San Francisco, has yet to lose a fight since he turned professional in 2015. Boasting an undefeated record of 30-0, Haney is determined to make a lasting impression in front of his hometown crowd this Saturday night. His impressive resume includes victories over Vasyl Lokachenko, solidifying his status as the favorite heading into the weekend. However, it is Regis Prograis' weight class that Haney will be entering on Saturday, and it is Prograis' title that he will be fighting for. With much more than a world championship at stake, both fighters have every reason to bring their A-game.
