Nathanael Wilson’s Comeback
After a lengthy absence from the ring, Nathanael Wilson, son of famed boxer Chris Eubank, is gearing up for a comeback. Currently 36 years old, Wilson has not competed in five years, with his last bout resulting in a surprising knockout loss to Stu Greener, a relative unknown with only one win to his name, at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel in London. Despite this setback, the recent surge of unusual boxing matchups—including those featuring influencers and MMA fighters—has reignited Wilson’s ambitions to step back into the limelight and uphold his family’s boxing legacy.
Future Aspirations
Wilson sets his sights on a match against Harley Benn, son of Nigel Benn, with aspirations to feature on the burgeoning Misfits Boxing platform, which has drawn significant attention from younger boxing fans. Benn is slated to face Joseph Laws in a rescheduled fight soon, which Wilson is keenly following as he plots his next move.
“There’s unfinished business here. The saga between the Eubanks and the Benns continues,”
Wilson reflected, hinting at the anticipation building around a potential clash with Benn in September. His career began positively with a victory against Silvije Kebet at York Hall in 2016 and three straight wins, but confidence waned following his defeat and a subsequent prolonged hiatus.
The Eubank Legacy
The connection to the Eubank legacy guarantees substantial media attention when Wilson fights, especially considering his unique family history. His ties trace back to an affair between Chris Eubank Sr. and Wilson’s mother in 1987, which led to estrangement for nearly three decades. A reunion between him and Chris Eubank Sr., as well as Chris Eubank Jr., occurred at ringside during one of his fights, hinting at a possible rebuilding of familial support.
Family Tragedy and Bonding
The Eubank family recently faced profound tragedy with the passing of Sebastian Eubank, which has further solidified the bond among the remaining family members. Chris Eubank Sr. has publicly expressed his devastation over Seb’s death, sharing that he poured his heart out on the ‘Scared of the Dark’ TV program, declaring,
“[Sebastian] was everything. He was me. Poet, philosopher, lover, protector, and a man of love. He was me.”
These sentiments illustrate the deep emotional toll of such a loss and the potential need for familial solidarity in the face of adversity.
Looking Ahead
In light of this dynamic, there remains the possibility for Nathanael Wilson to not only revive his boxing career but to also align with both Chris and Harlem Eubank for a future fight card. If all the pieces fall into place, he may find himself stepping into the ring alongside other family members to face Harley Benn on a significant platform, potentially during the anticipated Canelo vs. Eubank Jr. showdown next year.