The much-anticipated meeting would have seen the sons of Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank collide three decades on from the British middleweight pair's own in-ring battles during their professional . Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn; Catchweight, Mary Romero vs. Ellie Scotney; Women's Junior Featherweights, Galal Yafai vs. Gohan Rodriguez; Flyweight, Harlem Eubank vs. David Martin; Junior Welterweights, Lyndon Arthur vs. TBA; Light Heavyweights, Felix Cash vs. Connor Coyle; Middleweights, Matty Harris vs. Chris Healey; Heavyweights, Shannon Courtenay vs. Gemma Ruegg; Women's Bantamweights, Chloe Watson vs. Nancy Franco; Women's Flyweights. Eubank and. Tickets. The bell then rang to begin the fight. We are men like you or anyone else. ', Eubank: 'On stage, do you see, Nigel, I am fighting for you because they have no idea what you have been through. MORE:Eubank Jr vs. Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn? A record of 22 consecutive knockouts at the start of his professional career shuddered to a halt when Benn faced Michael Watson in his first major domestic grudge match. The iconic British middleweight fighters are returning to the stage to tell their amazing stories and share many memories. Eubank is the slightly younger man at 49. Eubank too lost his title and unbeaten record, also to Collins by a split decision. Conor Benn has been cleared by the World Boxing Council of "intentionally . Eubank has his say on Benn; Benn still requires no exoneration. Once Benn had agreed to the first fight with Eubank, his entourage began plotting ways to demoralise Eubank and 'even things up'. It collapsed after three years of talks because 'Chris is impossible', Benn told me in 2015. 'Is your piece going to be frivolous? 'I watched the fight again earlier today. Eubank ignored this, and made his way to the ring apron and vaulted to the rope as per usual. It shows a tear running down his left cheek. 18 March 1995; Steve Collins lands a left on Chris Eubank's chin when Collins defeated Eubank to win the WBO World Super-Middleweight Title in Millstreet, Co. Cork, Ireland. He retired and came out of retirement to face a young Joe Calzaghe, who beat him on points. This boxing glove was personally signed by Chris Eubank on March 31, 2020 and Nigel Benn on June 13, 2022. "I know we will have so much to discuss about their fight which will be a good battle." Both fighters made headline news in and out of the ring for the open rivalry and ferocity, both swearing they would knock the other man out. The pair are scheduled. 'Nope.'. The 55-year-old boxing legend was due to visit Runcorn,. Arguably the finest win on his record came in 1995, although Benns fearless and ferocious triumph over the formidable American puncher Gerald McClellan came with similarly horrific consequences to Eubanks rally against Watson. They never were destined to agree on everything. The Hate Game, a book documenting this boxing rivalry, written by Ben Dirs, was published in 2013. A rematch followed in 1993 which saw a draw between the two fighters, with Eubank retaining his WBO super-middleweight title that he won against Michael Watson. I would like you to see something.'. I wouldn't have beaten him in that first fight had I not respected him, and you're talking now to a man who sees himself as a doctor in this craft. But it is that combination of names Benn vs. Eubank that gives the fight its allure. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 34.99 . For McClellan's difficulties, read Michael Watson and his. We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. Benn is a career welterweight, operating at the 147lbs limit, while Eubank has campaigned at world level at both middleweight (160lbs) and super-middleweight (168lbs). 1,566. Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn endured a fierce boxing rivalry during the 1990s Eubank defeated Benn in 1990 before their rematch was deemed a draw in 1993 There was no love lost between. 'If you are prepared to listen to me, the truth is far more interesting.'. A trilogy encounter proved elusive but nearly 32 years on from their fathers' first fight, Eubank Jr and Benn the younger will sensationally meet in the ring. I know what your dynamite feels like.'. Conor Benn hits out at critics after failing drugs test for Chris Eubank Jr fight. The rehydration clause for the fight has not been officially disclosed but promoter Eddie Hearn says it is within the IBF's regulations of a 10lbs maximum gain between the weigh-in and the weight check the following morning for the sanctioning body's title fights. at the best online prices at eBay! He ran towards the fire. Eubank was trapped in the corner when an overhand right caught him on top of the head, knocking him down. If you're looking for a upcoming event, try the links below: Click here to view all reviews or add your own . Benn isn't having it. Eubank appears almost emotional as he heads for a tangent to develop his point. Family matters as 'born rivals' Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr set to fight it out in huge boxing grudge match At its heart is a fear of the damage that might befall his son, having lost. The bout was declared a draw Benn retained his WBC belt, Eubank his WBO championship. It was me. Nigel Benn vs Chris Eubank I (HQ) Watch on Accompanied in the ring at Birmingham's NEC by Richard Steele in November 1990, the man who oversaw the chaotic mayhem and brutality of Hearns'. BRITISH BOXING legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. The O2 Arena in London will play host to the catchweight clash, set at 157 pounds, and it will . 'They brought over this man, the mini-Mike Tyson,' Eubank says. It is because he is chewing over some deep thoughts about the Windrush generation and the shared ground of being born to parents from the Caribbean - Eubank to a Jamaican in Dulwich in 1966, Benn to a Barbadian in Ilford two years earlier. The 55-year-old boxing legend was due to visit Runcorn, Coventry, Exeter and Swindon alongside Benn as part of the 'Trilogy Tour'. A second-round stoppage of Van Heerden last time out was Benn's 14th KO win. Eubank is stroking his chin; a chin no one tested quite like Benn back in the day. He wants to talk about Benn's fight in 1995 against Gerald McClellan, a wrecking ball of a fighter who was expected to destroy Benn. Benn and Eubank reunite for long-awaited trilogy in Coventry . That will remain the case irrespective of the result in London as the fight has been made at a catchweight of 157lbs, between the super-welterweight (154lbs) and middleweight (160lbs) limits, as reported by the Daily Star. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank take to the stage for the first time to talk about their boxing careers and their two professional boxing matches which took place in 1990 and 1993, Benn won his first 22 consecutive bouts by knockout, Eubank was the cocky, flamboyant upstart who began calling out Benn after his tenth bout. He approaches Eubank with an apology and an outstretched fist, but the friendly sort. This event occurred in November 2022. Your financial contributions are essential to protect the future of the publication as we strive to help raise the profile of the black communities across the UK. Nov 03 2022 Douglas, Villa Marina & Gaiety Theatre Complex An Evening With Benn and Eubank Chris Eubank, Nigel Benn Oct 30 2022 Lighthouse, Poole Benn and Eubank: The Trilogy Tour Nigel Benn, Chris Eubank Dec 01 2017 Norwich, Epic Studios Chris Eubank Nov 30 2017 I know we will have so much to discuss about their fight which will be a good battle., Benn vs Eubank The Trilogy Tour New Dates, October 14 Coventry Building Society Arena, October 28 Southampton Leonardo Royal Grand Harbour Hotel, Your email address will not be published. The shirt carrying a sheriff's badge. Their fathers tour, called The Trilogy Tour, will reveal more than thirty years of bitterness and acrimony between two of the worlds biggest boxing rivalries. Benn, known as The Dark Destroyer, was twice world champion, holding the WBO Middleweight Champion title and WBC Super Middleweight title. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank will be looking to settle the score when they revisit their infamous '90s feud in a special live event at Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday, November 6 as part of a nationwide tour. What is it in you that allows you to do that because most men cannot? He remains under investigation by UKAD . We are no longer accepting comments on this article. No one knows what he knows. The Trilogy Tourstarts on October 1in Southend followed by a pre-Benn/Eubank Jr fight event at the 02 Indigoon October 8and then to the Coventry Building Society Arena, Doncaster, Llandudno, Wolves, Maidstone, Southampton, Plymouth, Poole, Isle of Man, Stoke Sunderland, Warrington and Hartlepool (please see below for full list). But it is not the truth people believe they know.'. But with Benn absent, Eubank, in his jodhpurs and that sheriff badge, has the floor. Conor Nigel Benn Retweeted. On stage they will talk about the truth behind the rivalry, the real ferocity of the two boxing matches, their subsequent lives and successful careers as well as their sons match. 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'Good,' says Eubank. Conor Benn failed two drug tests in the countdown to his fight with Chris Eubank Jnr at the O2 Arena in London. 'I look at some heralded fighters and they are toddlers. Astonishingly, Don King had not written the event of a draw into the contract, and as a result, neither fighter was contractually bound to join him. However, it is unclear whether Jones will lead the corner on fight night against Benn, with Eubank Jr having expressed a desire to have his father involved given the particular magnitude of the contest. . Brilliantly, dangerously bewildered. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank take to the stage for the first time to talk about their boxing careers and their two professional boxing matches, which took place in 1990 and 1993. Very few fighters have that ability to take someone out in one like you could. I had a good role model. Benn was a blistering. And Benn's father Nigel has admitted he text his son demanding that the pair fight at 160lb after images emerged . The end came when he was knocked down by a jab in the sixth round, utterly exhausted, and failed to beat the count. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Chris Eubank - 3x VHS Videos. Eubank almost bit through his tongue after swallowing an uppercut in the fourth before winning Benn's middleweight world title by stoppage in the ninth. After discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. ', Eubank: 'Your dad was a man. Without him would I even be here now? Eubank is holding court, loving the limelight now as then, and Benn chips in with a few one-liners, always good for the big, single shot. He will go from there to Winston Churchill, racial equality, Don King, tragedy and, finally, a declaration that is really rather touching. Conor Benn, 25, is 19-0 and moving towards a world title shot at welterweight; Chris Eubank Jnr, 32, has held the WBA's interim middleweight world title and lost only twice in 33 fights. Let the battles begin, Nigel Benn said: Im looking forward to working with Chris again but this tour will be different because of our sons fight. StubHub currently has tickets priced between 204 and 4,200, with the to-listed VIP ticket an eye-watering 7,164. , updated A statement earlier on Wednesday from promoters Matchroom and Wasserman Boxing said Benn had not been charged or suspended and that he and Eubank are still keen to fight. Nigel Benn also made the move up to 168lbs and became the WBC champion after beating Italy's Mauro Galvano. Benn, although such challenges were thought to lie ahead of him at 147lbs, is in the same boat. The Trilogy tour by Gold Star Promotions has returned after last years sell out shows and the legends will come face to face again. 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Benn's seven appearances were in undercard slots, with his most notable triumph coming in July 2018 a wide 10-round unanimous decision over France's Cedrick Peynaud, who dropped him twice in the opening session of a dramatic six-rounder at York Hall seven months earlier. Like Ali and Frazier, both were the polar opposites, but what they shared was immense fighting heart and insurmountable pride. British boxing legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will bring their second tour of knockout stories and anecdotes to Coventry. The eccentric fighter was agitated by the trash talk from Nigel Benn as he put pen to paper. Which is why he is now rubbing his armpits with a lemon. Fight highlights from the second Nigel Benn vs Chris Eubank fight that took place on October 9th, 1993. says Eubank, and he throws in one of his theatrical pauses. It is knowing that to win against him, I can only do that by going through pain barriers that you wouldn't dream of going through. 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