It was a contract signing like no other. Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. READ MORE:King Charles III 'badly bullied ' at school, former classmate reveals. Three decades ago, their fathers Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn met in fights that captured the imagination of a nation and, to a large extent, defined a generation in British boxing. 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. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. Simply The Best. The American hit Benn out of the ring in the first but was counted out on one knee in the 10th, afflicted by brain injuries that have had awful consequences. For close to the next 15 minutes of this interview, the back-and-forth will be relentless. He punches hard as well. Eubank Snr, a regular visitor to Coventry and Warwickshire this year, said: "As we prepare for the greatest legacy fight ever, I am especially excited about this tour. 'What must it have been to mould these two individuals, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank? Benn then agreed to meet Eubank with his title on the line, which set up the first fight. v Benn. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr met in two unforgettable clashes in the early 1990s, with Eubank stopping the feared 'Dark Destroyer' in a brutal showdown in Birmingham before a rematch in. Is there a big enough bridge in the world? 'This is not madness,' says the lover. 'Nope.'. 'I mean huh?'. Standing up, Eubank circled Benn before releasing a left right combination, and a left hook which staggered Benn. 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. . Now with both men holding world title belts at super middleweight, a second fight between Benn and Eubank Snr was inevitable, and a date was set for October 9, 1993. The contest for the vacant WBO super-middleweight crown three months later ended in tragedy, with Eubank dramatically coming from behind to secure a stoppage victory in the final round and Watson suffered severe and life-altering injuries. Where was the second Benn vs. Eubank Snr fight held? 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. 'He just had to do his swagger,' Benn says, and he starts mimicking that old glare Eubank used to do over his shoulder. For other inquiries, Contact Us. 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. And the rematch ended in a controversial draw at Old Trafford in 1993. Which is why he is raising his eyebrows. Eubank doesn't wish to accept it just yet. Benn, in fact, gave his son Conor - an exciting young boxer - a run for his money on a punchbag machine. Copyright 2023 GV Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved. At one stage, Eubank addresses Conor Benn in the crowd and says: 'Pick your father's brains. The pair of iconic British middleweight fighters have. Logistics of the tour or some such. Eubank Jr vs Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn. Eubank Jr's most recent outing at the O2 came in February 2019, when he sent former world champion James DeGale into retirement. 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. Very few fighters have that ability to take someone out in one like you could. Pic: David Maher / SPORTSFILE. 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By continuing to use this website you agree to our cookie policy. Conor Benn hits out at critics after failing drugs test for Chris Eubank Jr fight. "Only you can do this to me, you know that, don't you?" Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank was a series of two professional boxing matches which took place on 18 November 1990 and 9 October 1993. He has never boxed 12 rounds, with his three bouts scheduled to go the championship distance all ending well before halfway. It was me. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. Benn isn't having it. 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. 'The best deodorant you can use is a lemon,' says Eubank. Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. . On they go, disputing low blows in the second fight, giving some patter and sharing some praise. The pair are scheduled. says Eubank, and he throws in one of his theatrical pauses. He won the lightly-regarded IBO super-middleweight belt with a 10th-round TKO win over Renold Quinlan in April 2017, having won and defended the British middleweight title against Nick Blackwell and Doran respectively the previous year. An evening of entertainment that will see these two legends once again go face to face, this time on stage!! 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. 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 . 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. Chris Eubank Jr vs. Conor Benn: Date, venue, titles, tickets and pro records ahead of 2022 British boxing grudge match. 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. BRITISH BOXING legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn will return to the stage to talk about their explosive boxing matches and careers. 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. Chris Eubank said: As we prepare for the greatest legacy fight ever, I am especially excited about this tour. The fight between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr, due to take place in London on Saturday, has been postponed. Riath Al-Samarrai for the Daily Mail to find out more. We are gentlemen now, grown-ups. Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank was a series of two professional boxing matches which took place on 18 November 1990 and 9 October 1993. 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. I am so grateful he was there. In his 13th fight, when he put the Peynaud scare to bed, Benn won the vacant WBA Continental welterweight title. 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. Eubank Jr (32-2, 23 KOs) has the advantage in size and . The bout was declared a draw Benn retained his WBC belt, Eubank his WBO championship. 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. 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. Despite being over 30 years on from their rivalry, both remain in tip top shape - even in their 50s. Such displays have earned Benn a top-10 ranking with all four of the major sanctioning bodies. How can I not look back and thank God for having Chris Eubank? But it's so much better to see them like this. After discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. Conor Benn could not hide his delight as he watched rival Chris Eubank Jr get knocked out by Liam Smith on Saturday night.Benn and Eubank Jr were supp . By Jon Peake 29th Oct 2021, 3:52pm - 1 min read Fans can buy the fight from September 19. 'Before we touch, I must talk to you about something,' and for a couple of minutes they disappear to clear up whatever it is that needs resolving. For the same reason, it is sincerely baffling that they are on tour together. The final round was thrilling, with both boxers told they needed it to win. 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. He enjoyed a fierce rivalry with Chris Eubank, meeting twice to contest world titles. Remarkably, given his status as a marquee name, the Groves fight is the only time Eubank has boxed for a legitimately recognised world title. 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