In the rematch six months later, Eubank was on the wrong end of a split decision. The pair are scheduled. Benn's eye was swollen shut by the fifth round, and in the sixth Eubank began throwing shots at Benn who was covering up on the ropes. What is it in you that allows you to do that because most men cannot? He was up quickly, claiming it was a slip, but took the eight count regardless from Richard Steele. 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. Eubank finished the round strongly and posed and preened between the rounds. But do you want to do this for a living, to take yourself out of the rat race and stand at the top? An Evening with Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will see the two middleweights come face-to-face at the Coventry Building Society Arena for a night of entertainment and chat. 'We weren't the same then,' Eubank replies. 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. . The British boxer will return to the WBC welterweight rankings despite his failed drug test from last August 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. Benn is 51 and will turn 52 in January. The pair will meet at a catchweight of 156lb almost 29 years to the day since their fathers last fought to a draw at Old Trafford in Manchester. Eubank Jr vs Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn. Your email address will not be published. In the sixth round, Benn was docked a point for persistent low blows, a moment that would prove crucial in the final outcome. This boxing glove was personally signed by Chris Eubank on March 31, 2020 and Nigel Benn on June 13, 2022. "These shows will be rescheduled to a later date in 2021.. Search for: Go SALE; Sylvester Stallone Collection. 'I love watching Conor,' says Eubank. He was frothing at the mouth.'. He retired and came out of retirement to face a young Joe Calzaghe, who beat him on points. 'I watched the fight again earlier today. Water under the bridge? Chris Eubank Jr. vs Conor Benn was originally supposed to be held on 08 October 2022, however, was postponed after Benn tested positive in a random drug test from UKAD. Featured. T&Cs apply. He's long been open about the struggles in his life - the depression, the addictions to sex and recreational drugs during his career, the infidelities his wife, Carolyne, forgave, and the suicide attempt. That is how I look at Nigel.'. [2], Last edited on 12 November 2022, at 19:04, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Benn v Eubank chaos leaves a legacy of greed, stupidity and danger | Donald McRae", https://web.archive.org/web/20110629141823/http://www.100greatblackbritons.com/bios/nigel_benn-chris_eubanks, http://boxing-forum.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=7958&, http://www.eastsideboxing.com/news/Benn-Eubank-Watson.php, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Nigel_Benn_vs._Chris_Eubank&oldid=1121521884, This page was last edited on 12 November 2022, at 19:04. The fight is considered one of the best bouts in boxing history and was named by Boxing News as the greatest ever fight to take place on British soil. Today they are recalling a meeting around that project. ', Benn seems to be more open. They laugh, the crowd laughs. Eubank gets to his feet. He fought for the WBO cruiserweight title, losing another split decision to Carl Thompson, and the rematch when, ahead on points, the doctor stopped the fight due to Eubank's swollen eye. 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. The Trilogy Tourstarts on October 1in Southend followed by a pre-Benn/Eubank jnr 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). Benn has finally arrived. The pair of iconic British middleweight fighters have. The iconic former fighters are returning to the stage to tell their stories, Our free email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox. Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have announced they will renew their family feud at The O2 Arena in London on October 8. Free delivery for many products! A rematch was held three years later. 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. Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have signed for a blockbuster showdown at London's O2 Arena on October 8, an encounter that promises to be one of the biggest all-British bouts of the 21st century. They will talk about the truth behind the rivalry, the real ferocity of their two famous boxing matches, their subsequent lives and careers as well as their sons' match-up. Conor is different. We both had a bit of pride.'. at the best online prices at eBay! Riath Al-Samarrai for the Daily Mail
After several close shaves on the scorecards, he finally lost his WBO crown to Irishman Steve Collins in March 1995. Pic: David Maher / SPORTSFILE. Between them, the two fighters have boxed 11 times at the London venue and won on every occasion, so something has to give. The bell then rang to begin the fight. I am so grateful he was there. 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. Boxing and its legends are too often selling themselves now in that sordid way, and doubtless there would be a huge market to see these old boys at it a third time. 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. Eubank is the slightly younger man at 49. The key element that made a fantasy matchup reality. 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. 'How do I feel about Nigel Benn?' Copyright 2023 GV Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved. Both Nigel Benn's son and Chris Eubank's son are expected to fight in 2022. "Only you can do this to me, you know that, don't you?" WATCH: Chris Eubank Jr vs. Conor Benn on DAZN. Benn was set to fight rival Chris Eubank Jr in October last year, but the bout was scrapped after he returned adverse findings of clomifene in two samples provided to the Voluntary Anti-Doping . 'He just had to do his swagger,' Benn says, and he starts mimicking that old glare Eubank used to do over his shoulder. 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. Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. We could have seen these guys fighting again. Since the Groves loss, Eubank Jr is on a six-fight winning streak and has joined up with the great Roy Jones Jr as trainer. 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. 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Benn stalked the challenger with pace, and the opening rounds are remembered for their lack of jabs or range finding punches. Benn isn't having it. Those came to nought, but now a bout between their two ambitious fighting sons will pen an improbable epilogue. By continuing, you're accepting that you're happy with our cookie policy. He returned home in triumph in November 1990 to face the undefeated and outspoken Eubank, by then 24-0 but without a comparable victory on his record. to find out more. Chris Eubank Jr has posted a picture of his skinny frame after his fight with Conor Benn was postponed following his rival's failed drugs test. It isn't 1990, it isn't 1993, and it isn't that Gladiator series, when they really were ready to go. By
Benn then agreed to meet Eubank with his title on the line, which set up the first fight. But it is good. here But here we are, deep into a chat loaded with empathy and insight and impersonations. A succession of perhaps understandably tepid encounters followed, with Eubank defending the belt he won on that fateful night seven times over the course of two years. READ MORE:King Charles III 'badly bullied ' at school, former classmate reveals. 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, who had also moved up to super middleweight, won the WBC super middleweight title in Italy, beating Mauro Galvano. By continuing to use this website you agree to our cookie policy. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. This event occurred in November 2022. Benn won his first 22 consecutive bouts by knockout, earning the moniker 'the Dark Destroyer'. Eubank too lost his title and unbeaten record, also to Collins by a split decision. A second-round stoppage of Van Heerden last time out was Benn's 14th KO win. It was me. Benn headed out to the United States to rebuild and reeled off five consecutive wins, claiming the then lightly regarded WBO middleweight title against Doug de Witt before stopping Thomas Hearns former conqueror Iran Barkley in a round. Benn and Eubank reunite for long-awaited trilogy in Coventry . The legacy of the feud was summed up with the first fight being shown, and given the moniker; "A war to end all wars". The bout was declared a draw Benn retained his WBC belt, Eubank his WBO championship. At one stage, Eubank addresses Conor Benn in the crowd and says: 'Pick your father's brains. British boxing legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will bring their second tour of knockout stories and anecdotes to Coventry. By their estimation, it had been close to a decade since they previously met, long before these speaking gigs. As such, the fight will take place at a catchweight of 157lbs. Venue Cymru Promenade Llandudno, LL30 1BB, Box office: 01492 872000Groups: 01492 872001, An Evening with Chris Eubank & Nigel Benn. 'I enjoy his company. 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. 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The eccentric fighter was agitated by the trash talk from Nigel Benn as he put pen to paper. Eubank, with his affected persona, jodhpurs, monocle and preening disdain for boxing as a mugs game. The hostility and competitiveness between the pair has never really gone away and to see the pair re-united on stage after three decades will make boxing history. After discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. 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. If, not when, the third fight takes place, it is tough to know quite what to expect. They never were destined to agree on everything. Eubank hid this evidence from his corner, afraid of a doctor stoppage. That first fight in 1990 was special. Chris Eubank said: As we prepare for the greatest legacy fight ever, I am especially excited about this tour. Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. If you're looking for a upcoming event, try the links below: Click here to view all reviews or add your own . 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 collapsed after three years of talks because 'Chris is impossible', Benn told me in 2015. 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. And it is also why the 200 or so who have come here, to the Wodson Park Leisure Centre in Hertfordshire, will soon raise theirs, when these guys leave this interview and head downstairs.
BRITISH BOXING legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. The sons of British legends Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn will vie to protect the family legacy on October 8. CHRIS EUBANK has been forced to cancel public appearances with old rival Nigel Benn after testing positive for coronavirus. Both defeats were on points, with Saunders deservedly prevailing via a split decision and Groves winning handily in a fight that only ever looked in the balance when the champion injured his shoulder in the final round. It was his movement. Eubank Jr (32-2, 23 KOs) has the advantage in size and . FULL FIGHT | Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank (1990) DAZN Boxing 3.12M subscribers Subscribe 2.1K 175K views 4 months ago #DAZN #DAZNBoxing #Boxing DAZN takes a look back at the start of the. 'I actually quite like talking to him. Eubank appears almost emotional as he heads for a tangent to develop his point. Chris Eubank Jr in high stakes showdown with German challenger next month, Chris Eubank jr. makes his US debut live on Premier Sports. For McClellan's difficulties, read Michael Watson and his. Winging in with wild hooks from the opening bell, Benn ran out of steam and was picked apart by the more classically styled Watson. The Trilogy tour by Gold Star Promotions has returned after last years sell out shows and the legends will come face to face again. He turned to God 20-odd years ago and is a very different man these days, but he isn't keen to share Eubank's view that his problems were an inevitability of his environment. Benn told Sportsmail a few years back that the bidding was around 5million each for a third fight, possibly in Dubai, with Benn then 47 and Eubank 45. Eubank was great for promoting and marketing a . Both fighters made headline news in and out of the ring for their open rivalry with both swearing they would knock the other man out. For Benn, read Eubank, beaten around for 10 and a half rounds by Watson. 'If you use your brain and think about it, those roll-ons are chemicals. Truly. This is sensible and that is madness. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Chris Eubank - 3x VHS Videos. Such displays have earned Benn a top-10 ranking with all four of the major sanctioning bodies. What did they have to go through, to become that resilient, that hard, that prideful? 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. ', Benn Snr chimes in: 'You hear that, son.'. Eubank Jr vs. Benn will be shown by DAZN globally. 'I mean huh?'. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. fairer and smarter way to discover events they love., 2001 - 2023 Skiddle Ltd | Skiddle is a registered trademark | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. For close to the next 15 minutes of this interview, the back-and-forth will be relentless. Benn faced Gerald McClellan, pound-for-pound one of the most devastating fighters of the 90s, and his career paralleled Eubank's when McClellan was paralyzed as a result of this bout. The men with the famous beef are discussing a lesser-known use for lemons. I had a good role model. We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. 'Hate him?' This time Eubank's ring walk went off without a hitch, commentator Reg Gutteridge making the classic call when Eubank performed his customary vault over the ropes into the ring, saying The ego has landed". Despite being over 30 years on from their rivalry, both remain in tip top shape - even in their 50s. Very few fighters have that ability to take someone out in one like you could. So why do it? BRITISH BOXING legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. He was pivoting, shimmying, something new. A tense rivalry fight is guaranteed and these popular boxing tickets are expected to sell out quickly! And the 15 date UK tour which has returned following huge demand will take place as their sons Chris Jr and Conor Benn follow in their fathers footsteps in the ring. For details of the Eubank-Benn Trilogy Tour, visit goldstarpromotions.co.uk, The comments below have not been moderated, By
Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn are bringing their Trilogy Tour of anecdotes and memories to Coventry in October. 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. 'The best deodorant you can use is a lemon,' says Eubank. It comes after Benn, 26, returned what promoters said was an "adverse. He always was a little bewildered by Eubank, was Nigel Benn. Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. Both Benn and Eubank fought at middleweight and super middleweight around the same time in 1985-97, and became rivals on both the domestic and world boxing scene. On the thriving British middleweight scene at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s, Eubank, Benn and their contrasting personalities were on an inevitable collision course. This isn't luck that we ended up together in our lives. The end came in the closing seconds of round nine after Eubank crashed a right into Benns jaw. We've got a free to enter competition with Pokerstars Casino that will see one lucky Sun reader win a cool 5,000. Benn, having lost to Michael Watson, began to rebuild in America, winning the WBO middleweight title by knocking out Doug DeWitt. 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. It is because Eubank and Benn are together again, 31 years after the savagery of that first fight, 28 after the rematch, 18 after they dressed as gladiators and came to real blows for Channel 5, and 10 after talking about another trip to the ring as middle-aged men. Are you in? The final scores were 115113 Eubank, 114113 Benn, and 114114. 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. 'If you are prepared to listen to me, the truth is far more interesting.'. Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn are bringing their Trilogy Tour of anecdotes and memories to Coventry in October (Image: Gold Star Promotions) The fight is considered one of the best bouts in. 'What must it have been to mould these two individuals, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank? 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. I disagree. Conor Nigel Benn . 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. 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. Collins also inflicted a pair of defeats upon Benn the following year, losses that would prove to be the last acts of a superb career. 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 tour starts in Southend on October 1 and will be followed by a pre-Benn/Eubank jnr fight event at the 02 Indigo on October 8 before hitting Coventry. Tickets start at 34 . Our mothers comforted this country and our fathers helped rebuild it from the Second World War. 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. When I think what has happened in life to Nigel, I see what he overcame. Dom is the senior content producer for Sporting News UK. I would like you to see something.'. But in this instance, no world titles are up for grabs. In the immediate aftermath of his loss to Saunders, he stopped Chudinov in the final round to be crowned WBA interim champion and defended that status with a two-round blowout against Tony Jeter. 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. During a media tour between old British rivals Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr, it was only a matter of time before they were asked about their thoughts on the circumstances surrounding. Autographs & Memorabilia Like Ali and Frazier, both were the polar opposites, but what they shared was immense fighting heart and insurmountable pride. We have just bonded. Eubank also moved up to 168lbs for a rematch with Watson, against whom a contested points verdict against in the final defence of his middleweight title in June 1991. 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. But it is not the truth people believe they know.'. Brilliantly, dangerously bewildered. He punches hard as well.
The 33-year-old campaigned as high as 168lb at. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. 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. You were a boy.'. Boxing legend Chris Eubank has been forced to withdraw from his tour with his former rival Nigel Benn after contracting Covid-19. Updated 10:32, 10 AUG 2022. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The heavily hyped bout at the O 2 on Saturday night is rooted in the animosity between the fighters' fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, who shared two brutal and bitter contests in the .
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