Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are set to face off this Saturday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The fight will bring an estimated 60,000 fans to witness a clash that's been brewing for decades.
The bout revives a blood rivalry from the 1990s when their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, fought two legendary fights. Now, it's the sons' turn to step into the ring and write their own chapter in this storied feud.
Last year, the fight was called off due to a doping scandal that temporarily removed Benn from the sport. Since then, both fighters have been itching to settle their differences in the ring.
The lead-up to the fight has been anything but quiet. Eubank Jr and Benn have been at each other's throats, trading heated words at press conferences and pulling pranks on one another. In one incident, Eubank smashed an egg on Benn's head, resulting in a hefty fine of about $128,000 for the middleweight fighter.
Promoter Turki Alalshikh, with backing from Ring Magazine, has put together a massive purse for the fight. The total prize money stands at a whopping $23 million, split 60/40 in Eubank Jr's favor. This means Eubank Jr will pocket $12.8 million, while Benn will take home $10.2 million.
Alalshikh played a crucial role in making this fight happen. He stepped in to finalize the deal when initial negotiations hit a snag. For Benn, this fight marks his debut in the middleweight category, adding another layer of intrigue to the matchup.
"This isn't about money or titles," said Eubank Jr in a recent press conference. "It's about family legacy, personal pride, and showing the world who's the better fighter."
Benn echoed similar sentiments, stating, "We're here to settle a score that's been simmering for generations. On Saturday night, we'll find out who truly deserves to carry on their father's legacy."
As fight night approaches, the boxing world waits with bated breath. Will Eubank Jr's experience in the middleweight division give him the edge? Or will Benn's hunger to prove himself in a new weight class lead him to victory? One thing's for sure - come Saturday night, 60,000 fans will be on their feet to witness history in the making.
