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The Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Josh Kelly vows to KO Conor Benn and slams Chris Eubank Jr in double call out
JOSH KELLY has issued a double call out to Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. Eubank beat Benn in their second generation grudge match in April after 12 thrilling rounds. 2 2 The two are contracted for a rematch but Eubank, 35, was hospitalised for two days after victory due to severe dehydration. He missed the 160lb middleweight limit by an agonising 0.05lb - costing him a £375,000 fine - and had a 10lb reydration clause. And Benn also had to jump over a stone from his regular fighting weight of 147lb. So Kelly - now at 154lb at super-welterweight - is open to welcoming Benn to the division or stepping up to fight Eubank. He told Sky Sports: 'I'd probably knock Conor Benn out, if not totally outbox him, and I believe I'd totally stand Eubank on his head. 'I don't think Eubank would go anywhere near me. I think I've got more of a chance getting the Conor Benn fight. "If he can't make 147 anymore, or struggles to get down there, I'm the biggest guy at 154.' Kelly is even willing to meet Benn at a 157lb catchweight clash, adding: 'In a heartbeat. "It wouldn't even be a question. It would just be like, 'Yes, sign, done.'' Kelly, 31, returns on Friday in Newcastle against Romanian Flavius Biea but has big-money bouts against the likes of Benn, 28, in his sights. He said: 'Conor's a very clever fighter in terms of marketing. I should take a leaf out of his book. I should start shouting everybody out. "I should just say, 'I'm only fighting the ones who are going to make me the most money'.'
Wales Online
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Chris Eubank Jr lands role in second series of The Gentlemen
Chris Eubank Jr lands role in second series of The Gentlemen The 35-year-old boxer is set to star as a pugilist in the show that is created by Guy Ritchie Chris Eubank Jr (Image: The Diary of a CEO ) Chris Eubank Jr has secured a part in the second series of Netflix drama 'The Gentlemen'. The 35-year-old boxer is set to star as a pugilist in the show that is created by Guy Ritchie and his father Chris Eubank – renowned for his tweed outfits and monocles – is said to be delighted that his son will feature in the series that centres on Edward Horniman (Theo James), the 14th Duke of Halstead who inherits a country estate ran by gangsters. An insider told The Sun newspaper: "Naturally, Chris will play a boxer, and a big part of 'The Gentlemen' is about fighting because it's a sport the gangsters in the show are embroiled in. "Guy Ritchie has frequently involved boxing in his gangster dramas, most notably 'Snatch', which had Brad Pitt as a bare-knuckle fighter. "But the part Chris Eubank Sr likes is the aristocratic element. "After all, he was once the Lordship of the Manor of Brighton, a title he purchased making his fortune boxing in the Nineties." Article continues below The second series of the show – which is a spin-off of Ritchie's 2019 movie of the same name - is also set to feature 'Downton Abbey' actor Hugh Bonneville and 'Love Island' presenter Maya Jama in the cast. Ray Winstone will also be returning as Bobby Glass and is looking forward to getting stuck into the part again after taking a break from acting. The 68-year-old star said: "I'm looking forward to getting back into the graft. Bobby Glass is back. I'm still in the prison, still nicked, but that's the best place for him. "It's nice because I can come in and out and that way my daughter runs the business. It's a good dynamic. "I've got three scripts. I think we're moving into the legalisation of cannabis and all that stuff. "To be honest, I haven't seen the rest of the script so I don't know where the journey goes. In a way, it's a good thing. I don't mind that with this, because some of it is all over the place. Article continues below "And then Guy edits it and puts it all together and it becomes a story. It kind of worked that way last time."
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Major boxing legend 'bags huge role in Guy Ritchie's Netflix flick The Gentlemen' as filming kicks off
Champion boxer Chris Eubank Jr has reportedly begged himself a role in Guy Ritchie 's Netflix hit The Gentlemen series two. The athlete, 35, who is the son of Chris Sr, is believed to be thrilled to have secured as he will join the cast for the second series, according to The Sun. The drama tells the story of Edward 'Eddie' Horniman, the 14th Duke of Halstead, played by Theo James, who inherits a country estate run by mobsters. A TV insider told the publication: 'Naturally, Chris will play a boxer, and a big part of The Gentlemen is about fighting because it's a sport the gangsters in the show are embroiled in. 'Guy Ritchie has frequently involved boxing in his gangster dramas, most notably Snatch, which had Brad Pitt as a bare-knuckle fighter. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'But the part Chris Eubank Sr likes is the aristocratic element.' MailOnline has contacted Chris' representatives and Netflix for comment. The star-studded comedy drama become one of the platform's biggest hits of the 2024 after it reached a whopping 44million views in just four weeks. Filming for season two is already underway and Theo, who leads the cast as aristocrat Eddie Halstead, was spotted on set for the scenes which saw a motorbike gang tear through the streets. Meanwhile Vinnie Jones, who plays hardman Geoffrey Seacombe, wielded a baseball bat as his character violent knocked one rider from their saddle. Also joining the cast for the new season is Downton Abbey's Hugh Bonneville, who is best known for playing Robert Crawley in ITV drama. According to The Sun, the identity of Hugh's character will remain under wraps, with fans left in suspense. The Gentlemen is based on Guy's 2019 film of the same name which starred Matthew McConaughey, Michelle Dockery and Hugh Grant. The first series' synopsis read: 'When aristocratic Eddie inherits the family estate, he discovers that it's home to an enormous weed empire — and its proprietors aren't going anywhere.' The show also has a star-studded cast that includes Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Joshua McGuire, Edward Fox, and Giancarlo Esposito. Many fans rushed to review site Rotten Tomatoes to give their praise following the show's first series. It has received 75 per cent on the Tomatometer and 83 per cent on the Popcornmeter. Meanwhile one said on IMBD: 'The best thing Netflix has produced in a very long time.' 'Well worth a watch - instant classic. Guy Ritchie making a series is just a wonderful thing. 8 pockets of brilliance, almost like 8 movies in one.' 'I couldn't stop binging this! It's a funny and wild ride with an ensemble cast. Theo James was born to play this role and I couldn't help thinking he would make a great Bond, especially after episode 2. 'Kaya Scodelario is brilliant as the steely Susie Glass. The comic timing of the whole cast is pivotal in making this so watchable.' 'I really like Guy Richie movies. He has had his fair share of less successful ones, but for the most part they were good.' 'Excellent work, everything goes surprisingly from gentle to aggressive with extraordinary balance and flow. What can I say, Guy Ritchie, he never disappoint us.' The 2019 movie proved to be a box office success, grossing just over $115 million against a reported budget of $22 million. In the film version, Mickey Pearson (played by Matthew) was a drug lord that tried to sell off his profitable marijuana business to a dynasty of billionaires.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Champion boxer lands role in Guy Ritchie Netflix hit The Gentlemen as filming stars on series
Scroll down to read which other stars have roles on the show ON THE BOX Champion boxer lands role in Guy Ritchie Netflix hit The Gentlemen as filming stars on series Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHAMPION boxer Chris Eubank Jr has landed a knockout role on the second series of Netflix hit, The Gentlemen. His dad Chris Sr, who loves dressing like a toff in tweed and monocle, is said to be thrilled about it as he's a fan of the Guy Ritchie-directed show. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Chris Eubank Jr has landed a knockout role on the second series of Netflix hit The Gentlemen Credit: PA The drama tells the story of Edward Horniman, the 14th Duke of Halstead, played by Theo James, who inherits a country estate run by mobsters. A TV insider said: 'Naturally, Chris will play a boxer, and a big part of The Gentlemen is about fighting because it's a sport the gangsters in the show are embroiled in. 'Guy Ritchie has frequently involved boxing in his gangster dramas, most notably Snatch, which had Brad Pitt as a bare-knuckle fighter. 'But the part Chris Eubank Sr likes is the aristocratic element. 'After all, he was once the Lordship of the Manor of Brighton, a title he purchased making his fortune boxing in the Nineties.' In April, Chris, 35, defeated Conor Benn, 28, in London. The following month, he was on The Gentlemen set as production began. Netflix confirmed our exclusive stories that the cast would also include Hugh Bonneville and Maya Jama. Vinnie Jones explains his upcoming role on Netflix drama The Gentlemen
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Champion boxer lands role in Guy Ritchie Netflix hit The Gentlemen as filming stars on series
CHAMPION boxer Chris Eubank Jr has landed a knockout role on the second series of Netflix hit, The Gentlemen. His dad Chris Sr, who loves dressing like a toff in tweed and monocle, is said to be thrilled about it as he's a fan of the Guy Ritchie -directed show. 2 The drama tells the story of Edward Horniman, the 14th Duke of Halstead, played by Theo James, who inherits a country estate run by mobsters. A TV insider said: 'Naturally, Chris will play a boxer, and a big part of The Gentlemen is about fighting because it's a sport the gangsters in the show are embroiled in. 'Guy Ritchie has frequently involved boxing in his gangster dramas, most notably Snatch, which had Brad Pitt as a bare-knuckle fighter. 'But the part Chris Eubank Sr likes is the aristocratic element. 'After all, he was once the Lordship of the Manor of Brighton, a title he purchased making his fortune boxing in the Nineties.' In April, Chris, 35, defeated Conor Benn, 28, in London. The following month, he was on The Gentlemen set as production began. Vinnie Jones explains his upcoming role on Netflix drama The Gentlemen 2
