Conor Benn has fired the first shot ahead of his alternate showdown with Chris Eubank Jr, taking a cocky dig at his rival over making weight.
The brace is set to disaccord formerly more at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this Saturday night, in a fight that promises drama both inside and outside the ring.
Benn vs Eubank Jr
The two fighters, sons of British boxing icons Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr, first met in April 2023 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, drawing a massive crowd of 67,484 fans.
The fight itself was thrilling, with Chris Eubank Jr emerging victorious via unanimous decision in a gripping middleweight contest.
That fight was not without drama. Eubank Jr narrowly missed weight by 0.05lbs, incurring a £375,000 fine, which went straight to Benn.
Benn later flaunted his winnings by buying a Rolls-Royce, adding to the spectacle and media attention.
Eubank Jr’s Weight Controversy
The controversial rehydration clause Eubank Jr agreed to, combined with the narrow weight miss, added fuel to the rivalry.
Even Eubank Sr initially refused to be involved, though father and son eventually arrived together amid deafening cheers, a moment that will live long in British boxing memory.
Despite the previous defeat, Benn wasn’t shy about taking a few playful shots at Eubank Jr when the pair met on a London skyscraper this Monday night.
Benn’s Cheeky Jibes
“Looking well,” Benn joked, sizing up his opponent. “A bit slim around the cheekbones. I’m slightly hoping you miss weight again, just a little bit. Just a pound. Just a little bit.
That would be nice. Nice little gift from you last time. I’m hoping you’re well recovered. Have you got 10 toes? 10 toenails?”
The jab about toenails referenced the aftermath of the first fight, when Eubank Jr revealed he lost one due to extreme dehydration following his victory.
Eubank Jr Responds Calmly Ahead of Rematch
Eubank Jr responded calmly, opening with, “Here we are again,” but mostly letting Benn’s barbs fly. He did, however, promise that Benn would only receive “one Rolls-Royce” before attention turns to Tuesday’s official media arrivals at a central London venue.
“We’ve been doing weight slightly differently this time,” Eubank Jr said. “We can’t give you another Rolls. Only one Rolls-Royce for you. Only once.”
Another Packed Boxing clash
The rematch carries all the drama, skill, and contest that made the first fight a spectacle. UK boxing suckers are eagerly awaiting the clash, awaiting high drama, punch-packed action, and maybe more humorous exchanges before the bell rings.
With both fighters in peak form and the stakes higher than ever, Saturday promises to be a night to remember at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
This alternate hassle between the sons of British legends is further than just a fight. It’s a family contest of durability, with history, contestation, and plenitude of UK boxing captions riding on the outgrowth.
Suckers can anticipate a thrilling spectacle that showcases British heavyweight gifts, strategic ring work, and all the drama that makes boxing an addicting favorite.
