Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn got together for a press conference to promote their upcoming boxing match. Things got messy when Eubank Jr. cracked an egg on Benn's head.
The egg stunt wasn't just a random act. It referred to a theory from a WBC investigation that suggested Benn's positive drug test might have been caused by eating too many eggs.
This rivalry goes way back. Eubank Jr. and Benn's dads, Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn, fought each other twice in the 1990s. Now, the sons are set to face off on April 26, carrying on the family tradition.
But there's more to this story than just family history. Benn and Eubank Jr. were supposed to fight earlier, but it got called off when Benn tested positive for a banned substance. Since then, Benn has spent two years trying to clear his name.
The British Boxing Board of Control and UK Anti-Doping Agency put Benn on a provisional suspension. But after a hearing with the National Anti-Doping Panel, that suspension was lifted. Fans are still waiting to hear exactly how the banned substance got into Benn's system.
With all this background, the upcoming fight on April 26 has got everyone talking. The press conference was just the start of what's sure to be an intense lead-up to the big day.
British boxing legend Frank Bruno had something to say about the egg incident. He called it a "PR display" and couldn't resist throwing in a few puns about the situation.
The egg stunt has certainly added fuel to the fire of this already heated rivalry. As the fight date gets closer, fans can expect more drama between these two fighters who are carrying on their fathers' legacy in the ring.
