Exciting Rematch Announcement
In an exciting announcement made by Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and Saudi Boxing Federation president, a much-anticipated rematch between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn is scheduled for November 15 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the UK. This bout will rekindle the intense rivalry that has captivated boxing fans, stemming from their initial clash on April 26, where Eubank Jr. emerged victorious after 12 rounds, earning a unanimous decision with all judges scoring the match 116-111 in his favor.
First Fight Highlights
The first fight drew an impressive attendance of 67,484 spectators and showcased not only the fighters’ skills but also the historical backdrop of their families’ enmity. Eubank Jr. (35-3, 25 KOs), who faced a tight moment in the eighth round when Benn (23-1, 14 KOs) notably rocked him, managed to regain his footing and dominate the latter half of the match, preserving his family’s legacy over the Benn clan.
Conor Benn, after stepping up from the welterweight division (147 pounds) to middleweight (160 pounds), felt confident he had done enough to secure a victory but ultimately faced his first professional defeat.
Historical Context of the Rivalry
This rivalry is steeped in history, dating back over three decades to the confrontations between their fathers. The elder Eubank, Chris Eubank Sr., famously defeated Nigel Benn in a middleweight title bout on November 18, 1990, with a ninth-round TKO. Their two fights brimming with tension ultimately culminated in a split draw during a rematch in 1993.
Significantly, the current generation of Eubank and Benn has yet to score a win over their rivals, holding a record of 0-2-1, thus adding to the stakes of this rematch, which is expected to unfold at the 160-pound weight limit and is being promoted by Sela.
