Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr will finally face off in the ring on April 26th at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The bout comes after a long wait following their canceled October 2022 fight due to Benn's positive drug test.
Both fighters have stayed busy in the meantime. Benn fought twice in the last three years in the US while working to get his British boxing license back. Eubank Jr kept a more active schedule with three fights since October 2022, including two notable bouts against Liam Smith.
Eubank Jr's recent fights saw him knocked down and out for the first time in his career by Smith. He bounced back with a KO win in their rematch and also scored a stoppage victory over Kamil Szeremeta last October.
The upcoming Benn-Eubank Jr card will feature an interesting undercard bout between Liam Smith and Aaron McKenna. Smith has his sights set on a potential future clash with Benn, should both fighters win their upcoming matches.
In a recent interview, Smith shared his thoughts on a potential fight with Benn:
"If Conor beats Eubank and I beat Aaron McKenna then make it. I'm a better fighter than Conor Benn. There's no proof that Benn punches harder than me at 154. Benn's had two fights at 154 without a knockdown."
Smith's confidence stems from his experience and recent performances. He believes he has the edge over Benn, particularly at the 154-pound weight class.
The Benn-Eubank Jr fight has generated significant interest, given the history between their families and the long wait for this matchup. Fans will watch closely to see if Benn can prove himself after the controversy surrounding his positive test, and if Eubank Jr can continue his comeback after the loss to Smith.
As the April 26th date approaches, both fighters will look to make final preparations for what promises to be an exciting night of boxing at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The undercard, featuring Smith vs McKenna, adds another layer of intrigue to the event, potentially setting up future matchups in the division.
