The 26 . 'The best deodorant you can use is a lemon,' says Eubank. '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. Through their differences in style and personality, they worked brutal and beautiful magic. Standing up, Eubank circled Benn before releasing a left right combination, and a left hook which staggered Benn. 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'. Coordinated by Gold Star Promotions, the tour will wrap up in Hartlepool on November 13. Before the contender, Chris Eubank could even make it into the ring, Benn's team had his theme songTina Turner's "Simply the Best"ended early into his entrance. Eubank takes his phone out and scrolls to a picture. 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 ', Before this audience, they bounce off one another for an hour. Benn isn't having it. The pair of iconic British middleweight fighters have announced a second nationwide tour to tell their amazing stories live on stage. Conor Nigel Benn Retweeted. 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. Riath Al-Samarrai for the Daily Mail Dom is the senior content producer for Sporting News UK. They laugh, the crowd laughs. But it is good. Click Eubank ran out sideways before turning and striking Benn with a right cross, clearly hoping for a surprise knockout. 'Time gives us the ability to look at what one has to go through. The fight itself did not quite reach the heights of brutality of the first, as neither man was as badly hurt. Venue Cymru Promenade Llandudno, LL30 1BB, Box office: 01492 872000Groups: 01492 872001, An Evening with Chris Eubank & Nigel Benn. 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. Eubank Jr has lost his two biggest fights to Billy Joe Saunders and George Groves and, as such, has never won a major world title. 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. 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. I am so grateful he was there. Chris Eubank Jr vs. Conor Benn: Date, venue, titles, tickets and pro records ahead of 2022 British boxing grudge match. Free delivery for many products! 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. 'Good,' says Eubank. Eubank: 'I am here to make people understand how society is built, what they did to him.'. 18+ Play responsibly. One such exchange saw Benn in a corner knocked through the ropes, though Eubank used his body as well and Benn was not badly hurt. 'Look at the Windrush generation. IM TALKING MORE EUBANK, . 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". Eubank, who was undefeated at the time, beat Benn in 1990 to win the WBO middleweight title thanks to a round nine technical knockout. Eubank has his say on Benn; Benn still requires no exoneration. ', 'I am not going there,' says the other man, the one who used to hit Eubank harder than anyone else. He always was a little bewildered by Eubank, was Nigel Benn. 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. at the best online prices at eBay! And the 15 date UK tour which has returned following huge demand will take place as their sons Chris jnr and Conor Benn follow in their fathers footsteps in the ring. here Chris Eubank Jr in high stakes showdown with German challenger next month, Chris Eubank jr. makes his US debut live on Premier Sports. 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. 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. What is it that fortified them as men? After discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. 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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. He enjoyed a fierce rivalry with Chris Eubank, meeting twice to contest world titles. A tense rivalry fight is guaranteed and these popular boxing tickets are expected to sell out quickly! Chris Eubank said: As we prepare for the greatest legacy fight ever, I am especially excited about this tour. 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. 'They brought over this man, the mini-Mike Tyson,' Eubank says. Nigel Benn also made the move up to 168lbs and became the WBC champion after beating Italy's Mauro Galvano. Eubank was unequivocal, saying: 'We are statesmen now. Benn and Eubank reunite for long-awaited trilogy in Coventry . Something went wrong, please try again later. The Sporting News has all the information you need for a domestic grudge match like no other. Your email address will not be published. During their UK wide speaking tour, the duo will reveal more than thirty years of bitterness and acrimony. to find out more. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. I would prefer him to have a run-out. a regular visitor to Coventry and Warwickshire this year, King Charles III 'badly bullied ' at school, former classmate reveals, 'I tried chocolates from Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S and more - and a 36p bar beat Cadbury', How do supermarket brands compare to Cadbury? 'You know I would never look him in the eye before a fight - if I did, he would hit me,' says Eubank. 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. But he's made it clear, 'I want Chris Eubank Jr, I want Gervonta Davis, I want Kell Brook, I want Manny Pacquiao.'" [@DAZNBoxing. And the rematch ended in a controversial draw at Old Trafford in 1993. Eubank got the stoppage victory in the first meeting (Image: mirrorpix) "Let's have some parliamentary procedure" was the quip from Chris Eubank. 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. It went from the terraced house to the mansion, waking up and thinking, "Do I live here?" His second attempt at a world title came just 10 months later on 10 December 1994, against undefeated WBO super middleweight champion Chris Eubank (40-0-2 19 KOs) at G-Mex Centre, Manchester, England. Eubank Jr vs Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. 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. And Benn's father Nigel has admitted he text his son demanding that the pair fight at 160lb after images emerged . Tickets for An Evening with Benn and Eubank can be . Benn said to Eubank in an aggressive yet somehow affectionate embrace after the pair had previously almost come to blows. Eubank was great for promoting and marketing a . 'What kind of interview is this?' ', Eubank gets back in: 'So did his father. 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. For the same reason, it is sincerely baffling that they are on tour together. Accompanied in the ring at Birminghams NEC by Richard Steele in November 1990, the man who oversaw the chaotic mayhem and brutality of Hearns' 1985 bout with Marvin Hagler, the two produced a bout at times worthy of comparison in terms of intensity and violence. It's not like the ones we have seen before. 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. Benn forced Eubank to take a count in the eighth round, the challenger protested that hed slipped, but his left eye was swollen shut. By their estimation, it had been close to a decade since they previously met, long before these speaking gigs. The final scores were 115113 Eubank, 114113 Benn, and 114114. , updated ', Benn cuts in. Fight highlights from the second Nigel Benn vs Chris Eubank fight that took place on October 9th, 1993. Barry McGuigan agreed, saying; "There was real antipathy and ill-will there. 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. 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. 'How do I feel about Nigel Benn?' At some stage in all of that a plate of lemon slices has appeared and a surreal evening is about to take another unusual turn. At one stage, Eubank addresses Conor Benn in the crowd and says: 'Pick your father's brains. The old fighters are downstairs and putting on a show. Those are the truths. We both had a bit of pride.'. Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank was a series of two professional boxing matches which took place on 18 November 1990 and 9 October 1993. Here are the most recent UK tour dates we had listed for Chris Eubank. 'If you are prepared to listen to me, the truth is far more interesting.'. 'I was watching Conor sparring earlier and I said, "You look like Eubank!" He also wants to talk for Benn and when he arrives Benn won't be so keen on that idea. Is there a big enough bridge in the world? Any size donation is welcome and we thank you for your continued support. 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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 . The 55-year-old boxing legend was due to visit Runcorn, Coventry, Exeter and Swindon alongside Benn as part of the 'Trilogy Tour'. Boxing legend Chris Eubank has been forced to withdraw from his tour with his former rival Nigel Benn after contracting Covid-19. 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. 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. 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. For close to the next 15 minutes of this interview, the back-and-forth will be relentless. 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 . Both Nigel Benn's son and Chris Eubank's son are expected to fight in 2022. 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. 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. 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. 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. We have wisdom now. Benn, having lost to Michael Watson, began to rebuild in America, winning the WBO middleweight title by knocking out Doug DeWitt. If you're looking for a upcoming event, try the links below: Click here to view all reviews or add your own . Pic: David Maher / SPORTSFILE. Eubank Jr (32-2, 23 KOs) has the advantage in size and . The men with the famous beef are discussing a lesser-known use for lemons. 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. 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. Those came to nought, but now a bout between their two ambitious fighting sons will pen an improbable epilogue. ': 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 all-British bout was scheduled to take place 30 years after the fathers of Benn and Eubank Jr. - Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank - fought in the ring in one of British boxing's great rivalries. 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. Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn event in Wolverhampton on Saturday, October 22 Taking to the stage for the first time ever in Wolverhampton, the two British Boxing legends will be discussing. By continuing, you're accepting that you're happy with our cookie policy. 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 . It was his movement. Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will continue a simmering family feud that has spanned more than three decades and defined an era in British boxing when they collide in a blockbuster showdown. 'I know my fitness is still the same. Water under the bridge? 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. BeGambleAware.org, JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET A FREE 10 BONUS WITH 100s OF GAMES TO PLAY AND NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED (Ts&Cs apply). That was my vision. 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. Benn has finally arrived. 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 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). We could have seen these guys fighting again. The record stood with the champion being 27-1-0 with 92-percent of those matchesor . Benn, whose dad Nigel was the middleweight and super-middleweight. This event occurred in November 2022. Eubank Jr vs. Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn? 'McClellan was brought here by Don King to beat Nigel in a dog fight, but the dog recognised the handler. In the rematch six months later, Eubank was on the wrong end of a split decision. 'But Chris,' replies the son of God. But here we are, deep into a chat loaded with empathy and insight and impersonations. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Chris Eubank shuts down Piers Morgan in gripping Life Stories interview, relive their iconic two-fight rivalry from the 90s, GET A FREE 10 BONUS WITH 100s OF GAMES TO PLAY AND NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED, a run for his money on a punchbag machine, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). CHRIS EUBANK has been forced to cancel public appearances with old rival Nigel Benn after testing positive for coronavirus. Gigs Clubs Festivals Things to do, On your side since 2001, because we believe true fans deserve a Benn stalked the challenger with pace, and the opening rounds are remembered for their lack of jabs or range finding punches. Benn took to . A price is yet to be announced, but DAZN PPV's UK debut, the trilogy fight between Canelo and Golovkin, will cost 9.99. 'I enjoy his company. It's good stuff. Undisputed @PlayUndisputed . 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. This time, he retired for good. Are you in? ', Benn seems to be more open. That doesn't happen without Chris. With that, a pattern is set. For McClellan's difficulties, read Michael Watson and his. He always was different, Chris Eubank. "That is why [Chris] Eubank Jr [who Benn was set to face three days before news broke of his second failed test in September] was willing to go ahead with the fight . 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. You were a boy.'. Show more Show more Chat Replay is disabled for this Premiere. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Nigel is knocked out of the ring but he gets back in and runs towards the fire. How can I not look back and thank God for having Chris Eubank? 'Is your piece going to be frivolous? It was a contract signing like no other. Simply The Best. 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. 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 Trilogy tour by Gold Star Promotions has returned after last years sell out shows and the legends will come face to face again. Where was the second Benn vs. Eubank Snr fight held? It shows a tear running down his left cheek. 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. 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. Eubank ignored this, and made his way to the ring apron and vaulted to the rope as per usual. 'We met in secret in Manchester in a lawyer's office,' Benn says. But do you want to do this for a living, to take yourself out of the rat race and stand at the top? He approaches Eubank with an apology and an outstretched fist, but the friendly sort. View our online Press Pack. 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. But it is not the truth people believe they know.'. They decided to sabotage his entrance music. I love him.'. Once Benn had agreed to the first fight with Eubank, his entourage began plotting ways to demoralise Eubank and 'even things up'. Eubank hid this evidence from his corner, afraid of a doctor stoppage. The 33-year-old campaigned as high as 168lb at. says Eubank, and he throws in one of his theatrical pauses. We are men, fathers, reaching the clouds because of each other.'. 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. The eccentric fighter was agitated by the trash talk from Nigel Benn as he put pen to paper. Like Ali and Frazier, both were the polar opposites, but what they shared was immense fighting heart and insurmountable pride. 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