“That Is a High Price for a Fight Like This”: Jake Paul’s Boxing Coach Skeptical About Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis PPV Price

How much is too much? This Saturday in San Francisco, a significant world title fight is set to unfold. Following his achievement as the undisputed lightweight champion, Devin Haney is gearing up to fight for a title in the 140-pound category. His formidable opponent is none other than Regis Prograis, the current WBC super lightweight champion. This clash features two exceptionally skilled fighters and can be viewed live on DAZN PPV or DAZN, contingent on your location.

However, Jake Paul’s boxing coach, BJ Flores, has expressed concerns regarding the PPV prices. He finds them unreasonable and has not held back from letting the internet know.

BJ Flores concerned about Devin Haney vs Regis Prograis PPV prices

After relinquishing his 135-pound title, Haney is now setting his sights on the 140-pound division, eager for a fresh challenge. Boasting a remarkable record of 30 wins, including 15 knockouts, the California-based boxer is determined to secure the status of a two-weight world champion. Despite bookmakers leaning towards Haney, Prograis remains self-assured in his ability to uphold supremacy in the 140-pound category. The PPV prices for the same are $59.99 for DAZN subscribers and $74.99 to buy as a one-off PPV. “That is a high price for a fight like this. I hope it sells” said the Flores in an X post responding to Michael Benson’s post informing fans of the prices.

The trainer has been active in the boxing scenario since 2003. Flores holds a record of 34 wins, 4 losses and 21 knockouts. The former boxer is also Paul’s trainer, the influencer boxer who aspires to become a world champion. Having been in the industry for a long time, he has some knowledge of what prices would suit what fight and how receptive the audience would be to it. For the Haney vs. Prograis fight, he hopes the high amount does not affect the viewership. Let us take a look at how the other events charge their viewers.

Is the price higher than what other boxing events are charging?

 The Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia fight which generated impressive PPV numbers, had a price of $84.99 on both Showtime and DAZN. Additionally, David Benavidez and Demetrius Andrade’s showdown on November 25 had the two battle it out for a shot at fighting Canelo Alvarez. The price for this fight was $74.99 on Showtime

Read More: Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis by the Numbers: Prediction, Stats Comparison, and Analyzing the Chances of a KO Win

While the PPV price for this event is not huge in contrast to other successful boxing events happening this month, Flores believes the prices might have fans opting out of watching the fight. What do you think? Would you be willing to spend $74.99 to watch the much-awaited Haney vs Prograis brawl?

Watch This Story: Devin Haney Fires Shots At Shakur Stevenson After Edwin De Los Santos Disappointing Win