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He approaches Eubank with an apology and an outstretched fist, but the friendly sort. 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. A more wary Benn now sought to catch Eubank with flashing overhand shots followed by short hooks. Once Benn had agreed to the first fight with Eubank, his entourage began plotting ways to demoralise Eubank and 'even things up'. He also wants to talk for Benn and when he arrives Benn won't be so keen on that idea. The legacy of the feud was summed up with the first fight being shown, and given the moniker; "A war to end all wars". 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. By Guy Birchall, news reporter Wednesday 5 October 2022 16:54, UK As Eubank made his ring walk to the sound of Tina Turner's 'Simply the Best' (his ring moniker), the record suddenly stopped. Eubank and. asks Eubank. 'He just had to do his swagger,' Benn says, and he starts mimicking that old glare Eubank used to do over his shoulder. 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. 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. 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. 'Is your piece going to be frivolous? But he's made it clear, 'I want Chris Eubank Jr, I want Gervonta Davis, I want Kell Brook, I want Manny Pacquiao.'" [@DAZNBoxing. 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. The 26 . He punches hard as well. After several close shaves on the scorecards, he finally lost his WBO crown to Irishman Steve Collins in March 1995. This is closer to the bigger Eubank Jr's natural weight but a rehydration clause will offset any perceived advantage in that regard. Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's initial run as WBC middleweight champion saw him beat Miguel Cotto and Amir Khan in 155lbs bouts. 'Look at the Windrush generation. Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn, at Porsche Centre Wolverhampton.. 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). It meant Benn once again felt light the fighter with momentum, heading into their blockbuster rematch in front of 40,000 fans at Old Trafford in October 1993. In the UK, the fight will be available via the streaming service's pay-per-view platform. We used to throw bullseyes at the board, and now maybe it would be a 25 at best. Between them, the two fighters have boxed 11 times at the London venue and won on every occasion, so something has to give. An evening of entertainment that will see these two legends once again go face to face, this time on stage!! For now, Eubank wants to talk about Benn. Eubank gets to his feet. What is it in you that allows you to do that because most men cannot? 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. 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. For McClellan's difficulties, read Michael Watson and his. 'What were the building blocks of us as fighters, as warriors? 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. 1,566. Like Ali and Frazier, both were the polar opposites, but what they shared was immense fighting heart and insurmountable pride. For Benn, read Eubank, beaten around for 10 and a half rounds by Watson. . In the sixth round, Benn was docked a point for persistent low blows, a moment that would prove crucial in the final outcome. That is how I look at Nigel.'. This is sensible and that is madness. 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. We both had a bit of pride.'. 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". 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. ', Benn: 'I have to shut you down. 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. It was a contract signing like no other. 01:04 GMT 30 Oct 2021. Eubank was trapped in the corner when an overhand right caught him on top of the head, knocking him down. Benn is running late but Eubank is here. He enjoyed a fierce rivalry with Chris Eubank, meeting twice to contest world titles. Eubank: 'I am here to make people understand how society is built, what they did to him.'. 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. By continuing, you're accepting that you're happy with our cookie policy. The Trilogy tour by Gold Star Promotions has returned after last years sell out shows and the legends will come face to face again. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Eubank Jr vs. Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn? Nigel is knocked out of the ring but he gets back in and runs towards the fire. ': Jake Paul speaks after defeat to Tommy Fury, Ben Stokes speaks after England's 'agonising' defeat to New Zealand, Newcastle fans get ready ahead of Carabao Cup final with Man Utd, Waleed Aly compares T20 Women's World Cup to under 12s cricket, Ange Postecoglou hails 'outstanding' Kyogo Furuhashi after Hampden heroics, Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira pays tribute to John Motson, Liverpool midfielder Arthur Melo seen training after injury, NUFC fans gather in Trafalgar Square ahead of Carabao Cup final, Fury and Paul clash during weigh-in before fight, Shaw says first trophy in six years will mean everything to club. The 55-year-old boxing legend was due to visit Runcorn,. Eubank takes his phone out and scrolls to a picture. They never were destined to agree on everything. Boxing board says Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr's fight 'prohibited' after failed drug test The bout scheduled for Saturday was set to rekindle the rivalry begun by their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, who fought twice in the 1990s. The 55-year-old boxing legend was due to visit Runcorn, Coventry, Exeter and Swindon alongside Benn as part of the 'Trilogy Tour'. Benn isn't having it. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. View our online Press Pack. Eubank was unequivocal, saying: 'We are statesmen now. Benn, the former Royal Fusilier turned Dark Destroyer a no-nonsense knockout artist who became a fans favourite. he asks Sportsmail. The British public began to demand the fight to be made. 22:30 GMT 29 Oct 2021 Fight highlights from the second Nigel Benn vs Chris Eubank fight that took place on October 9th, 1993. Earlier, they were slightly differing in their view of whether they would get in the ring together again. All of the shows cancelled will be rescheduled to a later date this year. CHRIS EUBANK has been forced to cancel public appearances with old rival Nigel Benn after testing positive for coronavirus. For details of the Eubank-Benn Trilogy Tour, visit goldstarpromotions.co.uk, The comments below have not been moderated, By Benn, who had also moved up to super middleweight, won the WBC super middleweight title in Italy, beating Mauro Galvano. The fight itself did not quite reach the heights of brutality of the first, as neither man was as badly hurt. It isn't 1990, it isn't 1993, and it isn't that Gladiator series, when they really were ready to go. 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. MORE:Eubank Jr vs. Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn? The Tour will focus on 'more than thirty years of bitterness and acrimony between two of the worlds biggest boxing rivalries', organisers said. The old fighters are downstairs and putting on a show. We still might. Standing up, Eubank circled Benn before releasing a left right combination, and a left hook which staggered Benn. 20th October 2021. Fans can buy the fight from September 19. Despite a limited amateur career, Benn has blossomed into a pro of huge potential and will put an unblemished 21-0 record on the line against Eubank Jr. 253. But in this instance, no world titles are up for grabs. I would prefer him to have a run-out. Eubank is the slightly younger man at 49. It shows a tear running down his left cheek. It was his movement. Eubank was great for promoting and marketing a . says Eubank, and he throws in one of his theatrical pauses. 'Nope.'. Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn are bringing their Trilogy Tour of anecdotes and memories to Coventry in October. 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. Despite being over 30 years on from their rivalry, both remain in tip top shape - even in their 50s. If you want to ask me how I feel about Nigel Benn I will tell you. 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. 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. Conor is different. It went from the terraced house to the mansion, waking up and thinking, "Do I live here?" In November 1990, Benn suffered his second defeat at the hands of enigmatic showman Chris Eubank and one of the most turbulent rivalries in British sporting history was born. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Without him would I even be here now? 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. 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 . 'We spent a long time filled with this rivalry,' says Benn. Benn, in fact, gave his son Conor - an exciting young boxer - a run for his money on a punchbag machine. Benn, whose dad Nigel was the middleweight and super-middleweight. Chris Eubank Stops. 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. A warrior. Both Nigel Benn's son and Chris Eubank's son are expected to fight in 2022. A second-round stoppage of Van Heerden last time out was Benn's 14th KO win. His hope, he says, is to explain why Benn is the way he is. Tickets start at 34 . That is the real story. Show more Show more Chat Replay is disabled for this Premiere. Copyright 2023 GV Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved. Chris Eubank Jr will face Conor Benn in a catchweight fight on October 8 at the O2 Arena in London, it has been confirmed. You know his brother was killed by racists when Nigel was eight years old. How can I not look back and thank God for having Chris Eubank? My dad was faithful to my mother. You were a boy.'. Benn caught Eubank with a low blow, and with no points deducted used his advantage by pounding Eubank's body. 'McClellan was brought here by Don King to beat Nigel in a dog fight, but the dog recognised the handler. 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. We are men, fathers, reaching the clouds because of each other.'. 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. Now 32 and 11 years on from his professional debut, Eubank Jr's career has been a curious one. Boxing legend Chris Eubank has been forced to withdraw from his tour with his former rival Nigel Benn after contracting Covid-19. 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. All those with tickets for cancelled shows will be notified directly by event promoters. Benn gradually rebuilt from that bruising reverse with six consecutive wins but, as was the case after the Watson loss, salvation came on the road when he travelled to Italy and WBC super-middleweight champion Mauro Galvano retired due to a gashed eyebrow after three rounds. [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. In his 13th fight, when he put the Peynaud scare to bed, Benn won the vacant WBA Continental welterweight title. Benn hasn't fought since his brutal second round knockout of former welterweight contender Chris Van Heerden on April 11th last year. He was up quickly, claiming it was a slip, but took the eight count regardless from Richard Steele. It was me. That first fight in 1990 was special. I had a good role model. CONOR BENN has sensationally slammed the WBC's egg-based explanation for his doping saga and turned the finger at the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association for allegedly bungling his tests. An Evening with Nigel Benn & Chris Eubank. It comes after Benn, 26, returned what promoters said was an "adverse. He always was a little bewildered by Eubank, was Nigel Benn. Pic: David Maher / SPORTSFILE. Your email address will not be published. Let the battles begin" And Benn, his sparring partner on tour, said: "Im looking forward to working with Chris again but this tour will be different because of our sons fight. British boxing legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will bring their second tour of knockout stories and anecdotes to Coventry. 'I look at some heralded fighters and they are toddlers. On they go, disputing low blows in the second fight, giving some patter and sharing some praise. 'I watched that fight today and I cried for an hour. This boxing glove was personally signed by Chris Eubank on March 31, 2020 and Nigel Benn on June 13, 2022. 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. Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank was a series of two professional boxing matches which took place on 18 November 1990 and 9 October 1993. 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. Eubank too lost his title and unbeaten record, also to Collins by a split decision. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Very few fighters have that ability to take someone out in one like you could. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. 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. 'If you are prepared to listen to me, the truth is far more interesting.'. 'We weren't the same then,' Eubank replies. The final round was thrilling, with both boxers told they needed it to win. ', Before this audience, they bounce off one another for an hour. Simply The Best. But what fights, what fights." Conor Nigel Benn Retweeted. And so he undoes one of the buttons on his shirt. Chris Eubank Jr vs. Conor Benn: Date, venue, titles, tickets and pro records ahead of 2022 British boxing grudge match. Tickets. Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank was a series of two professional boxing matches which took place on 18 November 1990 and 9 October 1993. ', Eubank: 'On stage, do you see, Nigel, I am fighting for you because they have no idea what you have been through. Benn hated Eubank back then and said as much; Eubank maintains his only feeling towards Benn was 'indifference', and was always pointed in saying the less eloquent half of British boxing's greatest rivalry was too crude as a fighter to be on his level. Eubank finished the round strongly and posed and preened between the rounds. He retired and came out of retirement to face a young Joe Calzaghe, who beat him on points. Both Benn and Eubank fought at middleweight and super middleweight around the same time in 198597, and became rivals on both the domestic and world boxing scene. Any size donation is welcome and we thank you for your continued support. 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. This time, he retired for good. Is he coming here tonight?' Despite the understandable clamour for a trilogy, a third fight did not materialise. Coordinated by Gold Star Promotions, the tour will wrap up in Hartlepool on November 13. 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BRITISH BOXING legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. Benn then agreed to meet Eubank with his title on the line, which set up the first fight. 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. 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. We would hit bullseyes. Show] 478. 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. By continuing to use this website you agree to our cookie policy. We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. Eubank said: As we prepare for the greatest legacy fight ever, I am especially excited about this tour. 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. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. Featured. Dom is the senior content producer for Sporting News UK. '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. 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. ', Eubank gets back in: 'So did his father. The Government, Churchill, didn't tell the people that we are decent and honest people. 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. 'What must it have been to mould these two individuals, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank? [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. The young British boxing protgs will face each other in a catch weight title at the 02 Arena, Londonon October 8. A rematch was held three years later. 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. That competitive edge still exists between the pair, even if the threats have subsided somewhat. 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. This isn't luck that we ended up together in our lives. 'Because I understand him, I do not just like Nigel Benn. He likes to talk more than me and I am fine with that.'. Chris Eubank Jr in high stakes showdown with German challenger next month, Chris Eubank jr. makes his US debut live on Premier Sports. Benn won. Eubank Jr (32-2, 23 KOs) has the advantage in size and . The O2 Arena in London will play host to the catchweight clash, set at 157 pounds, and it will . Because that is not me. But do you want to do this for a living, to take yourself out of the rat race and stand at the top? After making weight at the official weigh-in on Friday, October 7, Eubank Jr. must get on the scales again on the morning of the fight and be within a stipulated weight. Benn, whose dad Nigel was the middleweight and super-middleweight champion when he fought Eubank's father Chris Sr in the 1990s, will jump two weight divisions for the super-fight. WHAT TO EXPECT Benn, an undefeated up-and-coming welterweight, will meet a man seven years his senior who has boxed at middleweight and super-middleweight over the course of more than a decade in the sport. British boxing legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. 'I actually quite like talking to him. A price is yet to be announced, but DAZN PPV's UK debut, the trilogy fight between Canelo and Golovkin, will cost 9.99. 3 min read. By Jon Peake 29th Oct 2021, 3:52pm - 1 min read Eubank ignored this, and made his way to the ring apron and vaulted to the rope as per usual. 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, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. It's not like the ones we have seen before. The First Strike: Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank for the WBO Middleweight Championship . 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. 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. The 33-year-old campaigned as high as 168lb at. Search for: Go SALE; Sylvester Stallone Collection. 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. IM TALKING MORE EUBANK, . But here we are, deep into a chat loaded with empathy and insight and impersonations. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. Benn forced Eubank to take a count in the eighth round, the challenger protested that hed slipped, but his left eye was swollen shut. Click I disagree. We are gentlemen now, grown-ups. 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. 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. But it is that combination of names Benn vs. Eubank that gives the fight its allure. Benn and Eubank reunite for long-awaited trilogy in Coventry . Eubank Jr vs Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn. Such displays have earned Benn a top-10 ranking with all four of the major sanctioning bodies. DAZN takes a look back at the start of the rivalry between the Benn and Eubank dynasties as Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. prepare to continue in their fathers' footsteps.Watch #EubankJrBenn | Live on DAZN.com worldwide | DAZN PPV in UK, Ireland, Aus \u0026 NZWatch all the build-up as born rivals take to the stage: https://bit.ly/EubankJrBennDAZNSubscribe to our YouTube channel http://bit.ly/DAZNBoxingYouTubeDownload the DAZN app now http://bit.ly/DAZNYoutubeFollow DAZN Boxing On Social Media Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/DAZNBoxingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DAZNBoxingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DAZNThe DAZN Boxing Show https://bit.ly/3EQ70HNDAZN Rewind https://bit.ly/32iAaRT#eubankjrbenn #DAZN #DAZNBoxing #Boxing 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. 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