Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Logistics of the tour or some such. "I know we will have so much to discuss about their fight which will be a good battle." A more wary Benn now sought to catch Eubank with flashing overhand shots followed by short hooks. The sons of boxing legends Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn. But in this instance, no world titles are up for grabs. It was his movement. Benn isn't having it. 'We spent a long time filled with this rivalry,' says Benn. With both men champions in the same weight division, a unification fight and three-year anticipated rematch was arranged by Don King for 9 October 1993. 'We weren't the same then,' Eubank replies. Over 42,000 crammed Old Trafford for this bout, which was watched by half a billion people worldwide. The fight is considered one of the best bouts in boxing history, a true classic, and was named by Boxing News as the greatest ever fight to take place on British soil. Eubank Jnr and Benn are set to follow in their father's footsteps (Picture: Getty) Chris Eubank Snr and Nigel Benn argued over the terms of their son's fight in an explosive Zoom. 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. Conformation of the 15-date Trilogy Tour, which lands at Coventry Building Society Arena on October 14, comes as Chris Eubank Jnr and Conor Benn prepare to follow their fathers' footsteps in the ring by facing off at the 02 Arena in London on October 8. This is closer to the bigger Eubank Jr's natural weight but a rehydration clause will offset any perceived advantage in that regard. Conor Benn failed two drug tests in the countdown to his fight with Chris Eubank Jnr at the O2 Arena in London. The Government, Churchill, didn't tell the people that we are decent and honest people. Benn is running late but Eubank is here. 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). . You'll have to try your luck on resale sites as all tickets sold out within 47 minutes of going on sale on August 13. StubHub currently has tickets priced between 204 and 4,200, with the to-listed VIP ticket an eye-watering 7,164. The ninth was an even round until Eubank missed with a right and Benn caught him with a left hook which landed on the unbalanced Eubank's rear, sending him down. Contact Customer Service My Account Basket: 0 items - 0.00. Whilst we try to ensure all details are up-to-date we do not make any warranty or representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information shown. He ran towards the fire. Click We used to throw bullseyes at the board, and now maybe it would be a 25 at best. If you're looking for a upcoming event, try the links below: Click here to view all reviews or add your own . He was pivoting, shimmying, something new. Benn then agreed to meet Eubank with his title on the line, which set up the first fight. Gigs Clubs Festivals Things to do, On your side since 2001, because we believe true fans deserve a I use words like valour, commitment, integrity, grit, fortitude, confidence. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. A pair of British boxing greats - Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank - are coming to the North West next month as part of a UK tour. Don King's contract stipulated that not only would the winner join his stable of fighters, but also the loser. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. But it is good. 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. What is it that fortified them as men? That first fight in 1990 was special. Brilliantly, dangerously bewildered. By Barry Holbook: Roy Jones Jr says Chris Eubank Jr will easily defeat Conor Benn on October 8th as long as he doesn't make mistakes. Conor Nigel Benn . This is sensible and that is madness. British boxing legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. Tickets start at 34 . The British boxer will return to the WBC welterweight rankings despite his failed drug test from last August He and Benn had a third encounter of sorts in a bizarre British TV spectacle where they trained as Roman warriors and duelled in an ancient amphitheatre. 'My goal in boxing was to be Southern Area champion, might have a shot at the British, might own my own terraced house like my dad. Benn said to Eubank in an aggressive yet somehow affectionate embrace after the pair had previously almost come to blows. 'I enjoy his company. READ MORE:King Charles III 'badly bullied ' at school, former classmate reveals. On Wednesday, the WBC ruled a "highly elevated consumption of eggs" was considered a "reasonable explanation" for Benn's adverse finding which saw his catchweight bout with Chris Eubank Jr, scheduled for October 2022, cancelled. 34.99 . 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. 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. Benn survived the flurry and clinched, but a straight right from Eubank sent him into a corner, and Steele stepped in to end the flurry with five seconds left of round nine, ending what he called; "The most dramatic fight I've ever refereed". But here we are, deep into a chat loaded with empathy and insight and impersonations. The old fighters are downstairs and putting on a show. Barry McGuigan agreed, saying; "There was real antipathy and ill-will there. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Where was the second Benn vs. Eubank Snr fight held? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Voice Newspaper is committed to celebrating black excellence, campaigning for positive change and informing the black community on important issues. That is the real story. Conor Benn hits out at critics after failing drugs test for Chris Eubank Jr fight. As Eubank made his ring walk to the sound of Tina Turner's 'Simply the Best' (his ring moniker), the record suddenly stopped. 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. We have wisdom now. Simply The Best. 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. 01:04 GMT 30 Oct 2021. By continuing, you're accepting that you're happy with our cookie policy. Most boxing experts agree that this was a truly classic round, Gutteridge referring to the two 'magnificent warriors' at its climax. On the ITV documentary Best Ever Big Fight Live, former world champion Duke McKenzie said of the BennEubank rivalry: "It may never be rivaled". ', Eubank gets back in: 'So did his father. Is he coming here tonight?' Now 32 and 11 years on from his professional debut, Eubank Jr's career has been a curious one. The fathers, Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn, were fierce English rivals in the 1980s and 1990s, which culminated in two epic encounters for world middleweight and super middleweight titles in 1990 and 1993. Very few fighters have that ability to take someone out in one like you could. He is, as it happens. Chris Eubank Jr. will go to his lowest weight to date as a pro when he meets Conor Benn but he will do so in front of a sold-out crowd. However, there were flurries of punches at the ends of the rounds, with both boxers trying to claim the rounds knowing that there was more chance of the fight lasting the distance as the bout progressed. Judge Harry Gibbs scored it 115-113 to Eubank, Carol Castellano awarded it 114-113 to Benn and Chuck Hassett had it 114-114 even, meaning a split decision draw. For details of the Eubank-Benn Trilogy Tour, visit goldstarpromotions.co.uk, The comments below have not been moderated, By According to some estimates, half a billion watched their rematch on television in 1993 and Benn probably edged it, but the judges gave a draw. This time, he retired for good. 1,566. 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. Remarkably, given his status as a marquee name, the Groves fight is the only time Eubank has boxed for a legitimately recognised world title. Like Ali and Frazier, both were the polar opposites, but what they shared was immense fighting heart and insurmountable pride. 'What must it have been to mould these two individuals, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank? View our online Press Pack. . Conor Benn has been cleared by the World Boxing Council of "intentionally . Water under the bridge? to find out more. The Trilogy Tour by Gold Star Promotions has returned after last years sell out shows and the legends will come face to face again. It shows a tear running down his left cheek. he asks Sportsmail. IM TALKING MORE EUBANK, . For the same reason, it is sincerely baffling that they are on tour together. Benn won. I disagree. The blow caused him to bite his tongue, leaving a severe gash which led to copious amounts of blood being swallowed. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Benn was a blistering. 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. October 14 - Coventry Building Society Arena, October 28 - Southampton Leonardo Royal Grand Harbour Hotel, The hardest primary schools in Coventry to get into, Coventry hospital 'requires improvement' amid claims of poor care and bullying among staff, The King 'deeply grateful' for messages of condolence in wake of Her Majesty's passing, Pub can't attract new landlord despite 350,000 makeover, Accession Proclamation read in Coventry to officially declare Charles III as King, Former boxers Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn are bringing their Trilogy Tour to Coventry in October. Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's initial run as WBC middleweight champion saw him beat Miguel Cotto and Amir Khan in 155lbs bouts. You know his brother was killed by racists when Nigel was eight years old. Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in an epic contest in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. Dom is the senior content producer for Sporting News UK. Plenty of the old animosity seemed to remain. For now, Eubank wants to talk about Benn. All of the shows cancelled will be rescheduled to a later date this year. Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have announced they will renew their family feud at The O2 Arena in London on October 8. WHAT TO EXPECT Let the battles begin, Benn added: Im looking forward to working with Chris again but this tour will be different because of our sons fight. We've got a free to enter competition with Pokerstars Casino that will see one lucky Sun reader win a cool 5,000. 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. Benn [right] was set to take on Eubank Jr [left] before the fight was cancelled at the eleventh hour due to the revelation of the adverse findings. No one knows what he knows. The end came when he was knocked down by a jab in the sixth round, utterly exhausted, and failed to beat the count. But he's made it clear, 'I want Chris Eubank Jr, I want Gervonta Davis, I want Kell Brook, I want Manny Pacquiao.'" [@DAZNBoxing. He enjoyed a fierce rivalry with Chris Eubank, meeting twice to contest world titles. In his 13th fight, when he put the Peynaud scare to bed, Benn won the vacant WBA Continental welterweight title. 3 min read. 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. 'If I get into a form of conversation, leave me to speak tonight,' Eubank tells Benn. [1] Eddie Hearn stated that the fight has been built on the legacy of the two brutal bouts between Eubank Sr and Benn Sr in the 1990s. Riath Al-Samarrai for the Daily Mail Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Following government guidelines he will regrettably be unable to appear at the following shows in Runcorn, Coventry, Exeter and Swindon. Chris Eubank Jr will face Conor Benn in a catchweight fight on October 8 at the O2 Arena in London, it has been confirmed. , updated ', Before this audience, they bounce off one another for an hour. That doesn't happen without Chris. Eubank has his say on Benn; Benn still requires no exoneration. Eubank doesn't wish to accept it just yet. I had a good role model. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. Benn caught Eubank with a low blow, and with no points deducted used his advantage by pounding Eubank's body. 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