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The Irish Sun
06-08-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn 2 back ON with date and location revealed for huge rematch
BANK ON IT Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn 2 back ON with date and location revealed for huge rematch CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn's huge rematch is back ON. The second generation stars put on a thriller in April which Eubank won over 12 gruelling rounds. Advertisement 2 Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn's huge rematch is back ON Credit: Getty And the rematch looked set to take place just five short months later with September 20 pencilled in. Benn - who suffered defeat for the first time - was raring to go but Eubank - who spent two days in hospital - responded with radio silence. And that looked to be the case behind the scenes and Benn and his promoter Eddie Hearn warned they would look elsewhere if an answer was not forthcoming. Soon Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh and financial backers Sela also pulled out of talks - leaving the rematch all-but KO'd. Advertisement READ MORE IN BOXING ED'S UP, JAKE Hearn sends chilling Anthony Joshua warning to Jake Paul after fight update But in yet another U-turn - Ring Magazine - owned by Alalshikh - announced the rematch IS back on with a date and location revealed. A post read: "The Ring has learned Sela completed the deal for the highly anticipated Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn rematch on November 15 in Tottenham Stadium. "The event will be presented as 'The Ring: Unfinished Business'. The event will be promoted by Sela and sponsored by Riyadh Season and Ring Magazine." The rivalry dates back to 1990 when Eubank Sr defeated Benn's dad Nigel in nine classic rounds. Advertisement 2 CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS But the business was left unfinished after they controversially drew three years later - with Benn believing he was robbed of redemption. Nearly three decades later and the sons were first due to renew the family feud in October 2022 in a 157lb catchweight clash. Advertisement But it was axed with just days to go after it emerged Benn had failed two pre-fight drug tests for Clomifene - known to boost testosterone levels. Benn was provisionally suspended by United Kingdom Anti-Doping and the British Boxing Board of Control - despite protesting his innocence. And he took his career to America for two wins at 150lb while fighting to clear his name. Eventually, UKAD dropped the case against him, allowing Benn to return to fight Eubank on British soil - this time at the 160lb middleweight limit. Advertisement But the drama was not saved until the bout. Eubank was fined £100,000 for slapping Benn in the face with an egg at the pre-fight press conference. It was in response to the WBC blaming egg consumption as a potential reason for Benn's failed test. Eubank then had to shell out £350,000 for weighing in 0.05lb over the middleweight limit a day before the bout. Advertisement And both were also made to weigh no less than 10lb over the morning of the bout amid the rehydration limit in their contract. Eubank was also publicly at odds with his dad - who did not want the grudge match to go ahead due to the weight disparity. But, just hours before the first bell and the two reunited with Tottenham's 62,000-seater stadium erupting at the sight. Eubank Sr and Benn watched as their sons put on an epic war for 36 minutes straight in the ring. Advertisement And it was Eubank Jr who emerged with the unanimous decision. But he also spent two days in hospital due to severe dehydration as a result of his weight cut and rehydration restriction. Benn also spent time in hospital but vowed to gain revenge by snubbing a move back down to welterweight. And it appears he will get his chance at redemption - back at the scene of the first fight.
Scottish Sun
06-08-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn 2 back ON with date and location revealed for huge rematch
BANK ON IT Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn 2 back ON with date and location revealed for huge rematch CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn's huge rematch is back ON. The second generation stars put on a thriller in April which Eubank won over 12 gruelling rounds. Advertisement 2 Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn's huge rematch is back ON Credit: Getty And the rematch looked set to take place just five short months later with September 20 pencilled in. Benn - who suffered defeat for the first time - was raring to go but Eubank - who spent two days in hospital - responded with radio silence. And that looked to be the case behind the scenes and Benn and his promoter Eddie Hearn warned they would look elsewhere if an answer was not forthcoming. Soon Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh and financial backers Sela also pulled out of talks - leaving the rematch all-but KO'd. Advertisement READ MORE IN BOXING ED'S UP, JAKE Hearn sends chilling Anthony Joshua warning to Jake Paul after fight update But in yet another U-turn - Ring Magazine - owned by Alalshikh - announced the rematch IS back on with a date and location revealed. A post read: "The Ring has learned Sela completed the deal for the highly anticipated Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn rematch on November 15 in Tottenham Stadium. "The event will be presented as 'The Ring: Unfinished Business'. The event will be promoted by Sela and sponsored by Riyadh Season and Ring Magazine." The rivalry dates back to 1990 when Eubank Sr defeated Benn's dad Nigel in nine classic rounds. Advertisement 2 CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS But the business was left unfinished after they controversially drew three years later - with Benn believing he was robbed of redemption. Nearly three decades later and the sons were first due to renew the family feud in October 2022 in a 157lb catchweight clash. Advertisement But it was axed with just days to go after it emerged Benn had failed two pre-fight drug tests for Clomifene - known to boost testosterone levels. Benn was provisionally suspended by United Kingdom Anti-Doping and the British Boxing Board of Control - despite protesting his innocence. And he took his career to America for two wins at 150lb while fighting to clear his name. Eventually, UKAD dropped the case against him, allowing Benn to return to fight Eubank on British soil - this time at the 160lb middleweight limit. Advertisement But the drama was not saved until the bout. Eubank was fined £100,000 for slapping Benn in the face with an egg at the pre-fight press conference. It was in response to the WBC blaming egg consumption as a potential reason for Benn's failed test. Eubank then had to shell out £350,000 for weighing in 0.05lb over the middleweight limit a day before the bout. Advertisement And both were also made to weigh no less than 10lb over the morning of the bout amid the rehydration limit in their contract. Eubank was also publicly at odds with his dad - who did not want the grudge match to go ahead due to the weight disparity. But, just hours before the first bell and the two reunited with Tottenham's 62,000-seater stadium erupting at the sight. Eubank Sr and Benn watched as their sons put on an epic war for 36 minutes straight in the ring. Advertisement And it was Eubank Jr who emerged with the unanimous decision. But he also spent two days in hospital due to severe dehydration as a result of his weight cut and rehydration restriction. Benn also spent time in hospital but vowed to gain revenge by snubbing a move back down to welterweight. And it appears he will get his chance at redemption - back at the scene of the first fight.
The Irish Sun
04-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Eddie Hearn slams Manny Pacquiao's comeback world title shot aged 46 but says it could open door for Conor Benn fight
EDDIE HEARN slammed Manny Pacquiao's world title shot - but in the same breath says it could pave the way for a fight with Conor Benn. Pacquiao - four years retired and without a win since 2019 - faces WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios on July 19. Advertisement 3 Manny Pacquiao and Conor Benn in 2023 Credit: team pacquiao In 2023, he was even in talks to fight Benn, who was in the midst of his UK Anti-Doping case at the time. Benn's promoter Hearn is not a fan of But if PacMan is to win - he says it could confusingly open the door for a fight with Benn should the 28-year-old drop back down to welterweight. Advertisement READ MORE IN BOXING Hearn told SunSport: "When we looked at the Pacquiao fight it was coming up to two years ago now, first time, there was no world title on the line. "It was a big name. We got a lot of criticism about that but I don't think Pacquiao should be fighting for a world title but good luck to him if he comes through. "I don't think he will. But you know, once Conor Benn drops down to 147, he'll be looking for world titles." Benn was due to fight Chris Eubank Jr in October 2022 but he was withdrawn after testing positive for Clomifene - known to boost testosterone. Advertisement Most read in Boxing 3 CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS He was provisionally suspended by the British Boxing Board of Control - while vowing to prove his innocence. Eventually, the case was dropped against Benn meanwhile he had two 150lb catchweight wins in America. Advertisement Eddie Hearn reveals when Anthony Joshua will make boxing return after reviving talks for huge Deontay Wilder fight He then faced Eubank Jr, 35, in a middleweight grudge match in April - losing a thriller over 12 rounds So Benn will stay at middleweight for now - dashing hopes of a welterweight world title challenge. Pacquiao's advisor Sean Gibbons was forced to defend the eight-division champ's comeback title shot amid criticism from Hearn & Co. Gibbons told us: "There should be no criticism. Manny Pacquiao coming back didn't need to be ranked anywhere. He just needed the opportunity. Advertisement "He deserved it for what he's done in the sport. I mean, people can criticise it all day. Klitschko did it, he came back very successfully. "I can show you ten guys in that rankings, who shouldn't even be ranked so don't be bitching about it! "Manny Pacquiao, at 75 per cent could beat most of the the top 20. So people are always gonna criticise." 3 Sean Gibbons with Manny Pacquiao Credit: X Advertisement
Scottish Sun
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Eddie Hearn slams Manny Pacquiao's comeback world title shot aged 46 but says it could open door for Conor Benn fight
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EDDIE HEARN slammed Manny Pacquiao's world title shot - but in the same breath says it could pave the way for a fight with Conor Benn. Pacquiao - four years retired and without a win since 2019 - faces WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios on July 19. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Manny Pacquiao and Conor Benn in 2023 Credit: team pacquiao The Filipino boxing icon retired in 2021 after defeat to Yordenis Ugas - but continued to tease a comeback. In 2023, he was even in talks to fight Benn, who was in the midst of his UK Anti-Doping case at the time. Benn's promoter Hearn is not a fan of Pacquiao returning straight into a title shot after so many years out and without victory. But if PacMan is to win - he says it could confusingly open the door for a fight with Benn should the 28-year-old drop back down to welterweight. READ MORE IN BOXING PACQ TO BUSINESS Manny Pacquiao, 46, looks to become boxing's oldest ever champion Hearn told SunSport: "When we looked at the Pacquiao fight it was coming up to two years ago now, first time, there was no world title on the line. "It was a big name. We got a lot of criticism about that but I don't think Pacquiao should be fighting for a world title but good luck to him if he comes through. "I don't think he will. But you know, once Conor Benn drops down to 147, he'll be looking for world titles." Benn was due to fight Chris Eubank Jr in October 2022 but he was withdrawn after testing positive for Clomifene - known to boost testosterone. 3 CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS He was provisionally suspended by the British Boxing Board of Control - while vowing to prove his innocence. Eventually, the case was dropped against Benn meanwhile he had two 150lb catchweight wins in America. Eddie Hearn reveals when Anthony Joshua will make boxing return after reviving talks for huge Deontay Wilder fight He then faced Eubank Jr, 35, in a middleweight grudge match in April - losing a thriller over 12 rounds with the rematch set for September 20. So Benn will stay at middleweight for now - dashing hopes of a welterweight world title challenge. Pacquiao's advisor Sean Gibbons was forced to defend the eight-division champ's comeback title shot amid criticism from Hearn & Co. Gibbons told us: "There should be no criticism. Manny Pacquiao coming back didn't need to be ranked anywhere. He just needed the opportunity. "He deserved it for what he's done in the sport. I mean, people can criticise it all day. Klitschko did it, he came back very successfully. "I can show you ten guys in that rankings, who shouldn't even be ranked so don't be bitching about it! "Manny Pacquiao, at 75 per cent could beat most of the the top 20. So people are always gonna criticise."
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE RESULTS: Both fighters ROCKED as grudge bout enters final rounds
Welcome to SunSport's coverage of Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn After years of back and forths, the day is finally here boxing lovers and I for one cannot wait for these two machines to get into the ring! For now, the Eubank's hold the bragging rights, after Eubank Sr won the first fight in 1990, and held on to his record when the second fight was declared a draw in 1993. But its the turn of Conor Benn and Eubank Jr to spark things back into life this weekend. Eubank Jr and Benn were originally scheduled to step into the ring in 2022, before Benn was suspended from donning his gloves after testing positive for banned drug Clomifene. That's added three more years to an intense feud, with the pair finally returning for their punch-up. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will play host to the British battle as Benn and Eubank Jr start their own chapter in domestic boxing. It might feel like unfinished business for longstanding boxing fans who will remember when Nigel Benn called out Eubank Sr for a third fight back in 2016, but nothing ever came of it. Despite a feeling that their fathers are now friendly, their is certainly a real rivalry between the new generation. The build-up to the fight has certainly had plenty of needle. Most notably Eubank Jr's decision to slap an egg across Benn's cheek during a media conference - a cheeky nod to Benn's defence of his drugs ban being down to a "highly elevated consumption" of eggs. Eubank - who had 16 eggs nestled in his pocket at the time - coughed up a hefty £100,000 fine for his antics. Now fans are hoping the battle in the ring will be just as entertaining as the build-up as the pair spark their father's legacy back to life. SunSport has all the information ahead of this MASSIVE grudge fight in North London which includes the mega undercard.
