TLDR
- Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will rematch on November 15 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after Eubank won their first fight in April by unanimous decision
- Eubank Jr promises to be more vicious and ferocious in the rematch, vowing not to stop until a referee pulls him off Benn
- The first fight went all 12 rounds with Eubank winning by decision, but he expects a more conclusive finish this time
- Both fighters traded heated words during their pre-fight interview on DAZN about weight issues, fight timing, and past controversies
- Eubank Jr plans to pursue world championship opportunities after defeating Benn, with potential fights against Terence Crawford or Canelo Alvarez mentioned
Chris Eubank Jr has promised a more aggressive performance in his rematch with Conor Benn on November 15. The former IBO middleweight champion defeated Benn by unanimous decision in April. Their second fight takes place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London.
Eubank Jr told DAZN he will be more vicious and ferocious in the rematch. He said his mindset is to not stop until a referee pulls him off Benn. The first fight lasted all 12 rounds with Eubank winning on the judges’ scorecards.
The rematch was originally scheduled for September 20. Benn claimed Eubank delayed the fight. Eubank responded by saying he doesn’t fight when his opponent wants to fight.
Eubank explained he decided not to fight on September 20 because Benn wanted that date. He said as the winner of the first fight, he doesn’t have to follow Benn’s timeline. Benn countered that the rematch was announced immediately after their first bout.
The weight limit for both fights has created controversy. Both bouts are scheduled at 160 pounds. Eubank struggles to make middleweight while Benn says he should be fighting at welterweight.
Benn told Eubank his next fight after the rematch is scheduled at 147 pounds. Eubank shot back that Benn hasn’t been a welterweight for four years. Benn referenced videos Eubank posted on social media showing him wrapped in blankets to make weight.
Just 10 days left until the Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch 🇬🇧
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Weight Controversy and Past Issues
Eubank had to pay a penalty of approximately £500,000 for coming in overweight at the first fight’s weigh-in. He came in fractionally over the 160-pound limit. Eubank claims the weigh-in was sabotaged.
Eubank said boxing is a very political sport. He mentioned he has been interim world champion before but still didn’t get title shots. He stated he’s fortunate to be in big fights without needing world titles.
The fighters discussed what they expected from the first fight. Benn admitted he thought he would knock Eubank down on the canvas. Eubank said he thought he would break Benn and force him to quit.
Eubank gave Benn credit for staying in the fight despite being hurt and tired. However, he called Benn a drug cheat. This references Benn’s failed PED tests in 2022 before their originally scheduled fight.
That 2022 fight was pulled at the last minute due to Benn’s failed tests. The controversy has followed Benn since then. Eubank brought up the issue again during their pre-fight interview.
Benn promised to systematically beat Eubank on November 15. When asked how he would stop that, Eubank reiterated his vicious approach. He said his mentality is that nothing Benn does will matter.
Eubank predicted Benn will become emotional during the fight. He expects Benn to get caught up in the moment and make mistakes. Eubank believes this emotional approach will lead to Benn’s downfall.
The first fight was violent and exciting according to reports. Both fighters engaged in an intense 12-round battle. The rematch is expected to be similarly heated given the bad blood between them.
Away from boxing, both fighters have substantial public followings. Eubank Jr is known for playing high-stakes poker games. He has celebrity friends including Brazilian soccer star Neymar.
Benn commented on Eubank’s lifestyle during their interview. He said if Eubank can party, go to casinos, and still beat him, that’s impressive. Benn added that he spends all his time in the gym.
Eubank Jr won IBO middleweight gold six years ago. He clinched an interim crown by beating Matt Korobov with a second-round TKO. That victory gave him the interim WBA middleweight title.
After the Benn rematch, Eubank plans to pursue proper world championship opportunities. Potential fights with Terence Crawford or Canelo Alvarez at Wembley have been mentioned. Eubank stated he will look at world titles after dispatching Benn again.
Eubank last touched world championship gold six years ago with his interim title win. He has been seeking undisputed championship status. His path to those opportunities begins with defeating Benn convincingly in their rematch.
