Conor Benn Indicates Plans to Trigger Chris Eubank Jr. Rematch Clause Following Thrilling Bout
CONOR BENN hinted at the possibility of a rematch with Chris Eubank Jr as he seeks revenge.
Eubank Jr triumphed in this highly-anticipated battle, securing a unanimous decision of 116-112 before a vibrant crowd of 65,000 on Saturday night.
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The highly anticipated matchup, stemming from the legendary bouts between their fathers in the 1990s, showcased both fighters’ unwavering commitment.
In a similar vein to the past, Eubank—now Chris Eubank Jr—took home the victory.
His father, Chris Eubank Sr, along with Nigel Benn fought to a controversial draw three years later, leaving the trilogy incomplete.
However, the rivalry between the families persists, as a rematch clause was integrated into the fight, which Benn has shown interest in activating.
He expressed, “I want my revenge. I want revenge.”
“I think my time away affected my performance since so much has happened over the last two-and-a-half years.”
“Stepping back into the ring after such a long hiatus felt surreal.”
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“Yesterday was filled with new experiences for me. It was my first fight in a stadium and my first bout back in three years.”
“It was also my first while competing at 160 lbs, and I managed to hurt Eubank several times, but couldn’t finish the job.”
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Following the adrenaline-fueled clash, Eubank reflected on the “special” performance brought out by the rivalry.
He stated, “I always believed in my potential; I just needed the right opponent to reveal it. I didn’t expect it to be him.”
“I pushed through many obstacles. Having my father [Eubank Sr] by my side made it even more special.”
Benn attributed his loss to the 14-month absence from boxing, but remains hopeful for a rematch.
He commented, “Being away for 14 months had to impact my performance. I thought it was a close fight. I won’t say I won, but I need to analyze it.
“I was too often leaning on the ropes, while he was more active in the late rounds. I’ll have to watch it closely.”
“We noted he was a formidable opponent. I’m eager for a rematch to rectify this loss.”
“If not, I may pursue a fight with [WBC and WBA super-lightweight champion] Mario Barrios.”
Both boxers paid tribute to their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, during their thrilling 12-round contest at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Even by the final round, both were visibly fatigued, yet neither retreated, exchanging blows up to the last bell.
Unyielding determination kept “Next Gen” and “The Destroyer” upright until the end.
Eubank Jr, bearing battle wounds from a notable cut above his right eye, knelt in the ring, releasing a primal roar of victory post-match.
He was later taken to the hospital as a precaution following the intense confrontation.
The fight was rife with controversy due to a prior drug test failure during a previously scheduled bout and an incident involving an egg thrown during a press conference.
Moreover, Eubank Jr experienced an unexpected shift in his father’s support after years of public discord in their relationship.
Eubank Sr shocked the Wembley crowd by arriving by car at the event, welcoming his son, and accompanying him for the ring walk.
The anticipation in the ring mirrored the buildup, with neither competitor willing to concede.
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