The Rivalry
• Both fighters will follow in their fathers’ footsteps on Saturday as they reignite a rivalry that spans three decades and two generations. • Eubank Jr could deliver yet another family victory as he takes on the son of Nigel Benn, with the latter able to avenge his father’s loss to Chris Eubank Sr in the 1990s if he triumphs. • The hotly-anticipated fight comes three years after the original event was cancelled, after Benn failed a drugs test, which led to his subsequent ban from boxing in Britain. • Since the fight was given the go ahead, both fighters have engaged in a bitter rivalry, including the now-infamous egg slap fiasco.
The Fighters
• Chris Eubank Jr (28) – 34-3 record, won his previous two fights after the 2022 bout was called off. • Conor Benn (28) – 23-0, unbeaten record, has fought twice since the original event was cancelled.
The Stage is Set
• The fight will take place at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with live coverage of the event beginning at 5pm UK time. • The Eubank Jr vs Benn ring walks are expected to take place at 9.50pm.
How to Watch
• Eubank Jr vs Benn and the full Fatal Fury fight card will be broadcast live on DAZN pay-per-view in the UK, available to order now for £19.95 as a one-off payment with no subscription required. • The event will also be available on Sky Sports Box Office for £19.95. • A seven-day free trial of the full DAZN platform is also available, allowing viewers to watch anywhere using the DAZN App.
Event Highlights
• Highlights of the Eubank Jr vs Benn fight will be available on DAZN after the event, giving fans a chance to relive the action. • The event will feature a star-studded lineup of fighters, including:
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- David Benavidez
- Julian Williams
- Walter Kautondokwa
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+ Additional fighters will be announced in the coming days.
What’s Next
• The outcome of the Eubank Jr vs Benn fight will be a significant factor in determining the next major title contenders in the sport. • A victory for Eubank Jr would cement his position as the number one middleweight contender, while a win for Benn would give him a strong claim to the title.
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Quotes
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“I’m not going to sugarcoat it, I’m looking forward to getting in the ring with Conor Benn. He’s a tough opponent and I know he’s going to push me to my limits. But I’m confident in my abilities and I know I have the skills to come out on top.” – Chris Eubank Jr
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“I’ve been working hard for this moment my whole life. I know I have the talent and the skills to beat Chris Eubank Jr.
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