Conor Benn takes on Chris Van Heerden in his first fight of 2022.
After a successful 2021 which saw Benn secure three wins, two coming by way of knockout, the Brit now looks to pursue some of the welterweight division's biggest names.
But first he takes on South Africa's Van Heerden, who is the first southpaw fighter Benn will have faced in his career.
You can watch Benn vs. Van Heerden live around the world on DAZN .
As always with a big-time boxing card, there are certainly plenty of bets to be made. Let's take a look at some of them.
Conor Benn vs. Chris Van Heerden odds
Conor Benn: 1/16
Chris Van Heerden: 7/1
(All odds via Betfred - UK and Ireland only)
Betfred (as of Wednesday, Apr. 13) has Benn installed as a massive favourite — coming in at 1/16, meaning you'd need to bet £160 just to win £10. Meanwhile, Van Heerden is priced at 7/1, which means a £10 bet could bring in £70 and the £10 stake.
Benn boasts a 20-0 professional record with 13 wins coming by way of knockout, while Van Heerden is 28-2-1 with 12 wins coming via knockout.
Conor Benn vs. Chris Van Heerden prediction
2022 has the potential to be a huge year for Conor Benn.
His rise to becoming one of British boxing's biggest names has gone to plan so far and he will be looking to make a statement against veteran Chris Van Heerden.
It may not be the 'big' name fans were hoping for, but in a welterweight division which contains some of the world's best fighters, these fights will serve as valuable learning experiences along with showcasing his talent to the rest of the world.
When it comes to how this particular fight will play out, expect Benn to adjust to Van Heerden's southpaw stance and then produce an explosive finish similar to his fourth-round knockout against Chris Algieri last December.
Astbury's pick: Benn to win by KO/TKO (2/5 on Betfred - UK/Ire only)
More Benn vs. Van Heerden odds
Method of victory
Conor Benn by KO, TKO or DQ: 2/5
Conor Benn on points: 5/2
Chris Van Heerden by KO, TKO or DQ: 14/1
Chris Van Heerden on points: 20/1
Draw: 33/1