Former world champion Shawn Porter believes Benn will come out on top. Porter thinks Benn's youth, strength, and energy will give him the edge. He expects Benn to apply pressure and aggression throughout the fight.
Porter's prediction comes from first-hand experience. He sparred with Benn for three rounds and came away impressed. Porter said:
"We did three rounds today but I'm not coming back, especially if I got to fight that young man. What a talent man, honestly, what a talent."
The American boxer was surprised by Benn's athleticism and speed. He found Benn to be a better boxer than he expected.
Eubank Jr. has looked good in his last few fights. He's been around the block and knows how to handle himself in big matchups. But Porter thinks Benn's aggression will be too much for the more experienced fighter to handle.
In an interview, Porter explained why he favors Benn:
"I think Conor Benn wins this fight. I think he's younger, I think he's stronger, I think he's got more energy. I think he's going to apply a lot of pressure and aggression."
While Porter has made his pick clear, other boxing experts are weighing in too. Carl Froch has also made his final prediction for the fight, though details of his pick aren't available yet.
The long-awaited showdown at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is shaping up to be an exciting clash between youth and experience. Boxing fans will soon see if Benn's energy or Eubank Jr.'s savvy will win the day.