The high-stakes showdown between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn took an unexpected turn during their face-off in Manchester, England, when Eubank Jr. shocked everyone by playfully slapping Benn in the face with an egg. The incident added fuel to the fire of anticipation surrounding their upcoming bout.
As the two fighters gear up to enter the ring, the match is rife with controversy. Eubank Jr. boasts an impressive track record of 34 wins and three losses, with an astounding 25 victories by knockout. In contrast, Benn remains undefeated with a flawless record of 23 wins, including 14 knockouts. Despite their respective accomplishments, the road to this fight has been bumpy, with a series of setbacks and delays.
Originally slated for 2022, the fight had to be postponed when Benn tested positive for the performance-enhancing drug clomifene. However, the World Boxing Council (WBC) eventually cleared Benn of any wrongdoing, attributing the positive result to egg contamination.
Scheduled to take place on April 26 in London, this highly anticipated showdown is not just a battle between two skilled fighters but also a nod to the historic rivalries of their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn, from the 1990s. The second-generation clash promises to be a thrilling spectacle for boxing fans worldwide.
The WBC’s findings in February 2023 shed light on Benn’s failed drug test, attributing it to his “significantly increased consumption of eggs,” which explained the presence of clomiphene in his system. This revelation paved the way for the long-awaited match between Eubank Jr. and Benn to finally materialize.
Set to unfold at the prestigious Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the bout between Eubank Jr. and Benn will be broadcast live on DAZN, adding to the excitement and anticipation surrounding this headline-grabbing event. Stay tuned for what promises to be a clash of titans in the boxing world.
