The highly anticipated grudge match between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr is finally scheduled to take place in London this April, following years of delays. Initially set for October 2022, the fight was called off after Benn failed a voluntary drug test during fight week, sparking a two-year effort to clear his name.
Benn’s suspension was lifted in November, paving the way for the bout to be revived. On Wednesday, Benn shared photos on Instagram of himself signing the fight contract alongside promoter Eddie Hearn and Saudi official Turki Alalshikh, captioning it with a bold message directed at Eubank Jr: “Your fate has been sealed.”
Eubank Jr, who holds a professional record of 34 wins and three losses, responded with his own Instagram post, calling Benn’s decision to sign the contract “his own death sentence.” The upcoming fight will see Benn, 28, move up from welterweight to take on Eubank Jr, a significant challenge as the match is expected to be contested at a catchweight.
Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, confirmed the bout on social media, announcing its title as “Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves,” with further details on the exact date and venue to follow.
The fight has been marketed as a generational showdown, reigniting a storied rivalry that dates back to the early 1990s. Benn and Eubank Jr’s fathers, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr, faced off in two legendary battles that remain iconic in British boxing history. This new chapter in the rivalry is steeped in personal and professional stakes, promising an electric atmosphere as both fighters seek to cement their family legacies in the sport.
As anticipation builds, fans are eagerly awaiting what could be one of the most dramatic boxing events of the year. With the backdrop of a personal feud and the historical significance of the Benn-Eubank rivalry, the April showdown is set to capture the attention of the boxing world. Both fighters have already begun trading verbal blows, setting the stage for a clash that promises fireworks inside and outside the ring.
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