He always was a little bewildered by Eubank, was Nigel Benn. 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. 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. The pair never fought again, despite a 6 million bout at Wembley stadium being touted for Eubank's eight-fight Sky deal. 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. The Trilogy Tourstarts on October 1in Southend followed by a pre-Benn/Eubank jnr 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). 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. We've got a free to enter competition with Pokerstars Casino that will see one lucky Sun reader win a cool 5,000. 'I've got to be honest,' says Benn. Our mothers comforted this country and our fathers helped rebuild it from the Second World War. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. . In his 13th fight, when he put the Peynaud scare to bed, Benn won the vacant WBA Continental welterweight title. The fight is considered one of the best bouts in boxing history and was named by Boxing News as the greatest ever fight to take place on British soil. 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. OVERVIEW. 'How do I feel about Nigel Benn?' At that point, Eubank wants to focus on the show that they will be performing downstairs shortly. 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. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank take to the stage for the first time to talk about their boxing careers and their two professional boxing matches which took place in 1990 and 1993, Benn won his first 22 consecutive bouts by knockout, Eubank was the cocky, flamboyant upstart who began calling out Benn after his tenth bout. 34.99 . Both Benn and Eubank fought at middleweight and super middleweight around the same time in 198597, and became rivals on both the domestic and world boxing scene. And the 15 date UK tour which has returned following huge demand will take place as their sons Chris Jr and Conor Benn follow in their fathers footsteps in the ring. Standing up, Eubank circled Benn before releasing a left right combination, and a left hook which staggered Benn. The sons of British legends Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn will vie to protect the family legacy on October 8. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. ', Benn cuts in. Rewind an hour and it is a little after 6.30pm, a Friday evening. Astonishingly, Don King had not written the event of a draw into the contract, and as a result, neither fighter was contractually bound to join him. Because that is not me. 'We weren't the same then,' Eubank replies. 'Good,' says Eubank. And Benn's father Nigel has admitted he text his son demanding that the pair fight at 160lb after images emerged . This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Fans can buy the fight from September 19. Which is why he is now rubbing his armpits with a lemon. Don King's contract stipulated that not only would the winner join his stable of fighters, but also the loser. The contest for the vacant WBO super-middleweight crown three months later ended in tragedy, with Eubank dramatically coming from behind to secure a stoppage victory in the final round and Watson suffered severe and life-altering injuries. It collapsed after three years of talks because 'Chris is impossible', Benn told me in 2015. he asks Sportsmail. He retired and came out of retirement to face a young Joe Calzaghe, who beat him on points. I know we will have so much to discuss about their fight which will be a good battle., Benn vs Eubank - The Trilogy Tour New Dates, October 14- Coventry Building Society Arena, October 28- Southampton Leonardo Royal Grand Harbour Hotel, For more information seegoldstarpromotions.co.uk, Designed, developed, and hosted by Sugar Cube Productions. He also beat Dmitrii Chudinov, Gary 'Spike' O'Sullivan and Tom Doran there in a 16-month period between February 2015 and June 2016. This is sensible and that is madness. Today they are recalling a meeting around that project. Benn has finally arrived. Between them, the two fighters have boxed 11 times at the London venue and won on every occasion, so something has to give. 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. We used to throw bullseyes at the board, and now maybe it would be a 25 at best. By continuing to use this website you agree to our cookie policy. [2], Last edited on 12 November 2022, at 19:04, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Benn v Eubank chaos leaves a legacy of greed, stupidity and danger | Donald McRae", https://web.archive.org/web/20110629141823/http://www.100greatblackbritons.com/bios/nigel_benn-chris_eubanks, http://boxing-forum.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=7958&, http://www.eastsideboxing.com/news/Benn-Eubank-Watson.php, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Nigel_Benn_vs._Chris_Eubank&oldid=1121521884, This page was last edited on 12 November 2022, at 19:04. Eubank retired after a torch-passing moment in defeat to Joe Calzaghe, who won his old vacant WBO strap, and a pair of gallant attempts to win the WBO cruiserweight title from Carl Thompson came up short. Eubank Jr's most recent outing at the O2 came in February 2019, when he sent former world champion James DeGale into retirement. Benn, in fact, gave his son Conor - an exciting young boxer - a run for his money on a punchbag machine. Eubank ran out sideways before turning and striking Benn with a right cross, clearly hoping for a surprise knockout. 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. 'We met in secret in Manchester in a lawyer's office,' Benn says. On the thriving British middleweight scene at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s, Eubank, Benn and their contrasting personalities were on an inevitable collision course. fairer and smarter way to discover events they love., 2001 - 2023 Skiddle Ltd | Skiddle is a registered trademark | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Now 32 and 11 years on from his professional debut, Eubank Jr's career has been a curious one. But do you want to do this for a living, to take yourself out of the rat race and stand at the top? Benn and Eubank reunite for long-awaited trilogy in Coventry . 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On stage they will talk about the truth behind the rivalry, the real ferocity of the two boxing matches, their subsequent lives and successful careers as well as their sons match. He punches hard as well. Benn, who had also moved up to super middleweight, won the WBC super middleweight title in Italy, beating Mauro Galvano. That competitive edge still exists between the pair, even if the threats have subsided somewhat. But these are strange times and this is the fourth date of 17 as Eubank, now 55, and Benn, 57, tour Britain, talking and reminiscing and confounding any sense, reasonably held, that these were two men destined to loathe each other for all of time. Eubank, with his affected persona, jodhpurs, monocle and preening disdain for boxing as a mugs game. It's good stuff. 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). The end came in the closing seconds of round nine after Eubank crashed a right into Benns jaw. The main problem with getting Eubank and Benn's sons together professionally is they have each campaigned in different weight classes. 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Both Benn and Eubank fought at middleweight and super middleweight around the same time in 1985-97, and became rivals on both the domestic and world boxing scene. ', Benn interjects: 'Hold it. The Sporting News has all the information you need for a domestic grudge match like no other. The pair will meet at a catchweight of 156lb almost 29 years to the day since their fathers last fought to a draw at Old Trafford in Manchester. Eubank gets to his feet. 'Time gives us the ability to look at what one has to go through. [1] Eddie Hearn stated that the fight has been built on the legacy of the two brutal bouts between Eubank Sr and Benn Sr in the 1990s. 'It was against the odds, this Irish fighter against the English guy people loved to hate. Benn gradually rebuilt from that bruising reverse with six consecutive wins but, as was the case after the Watson loss, salvation came on the road when he travelled to Italy and WBC super-middleweight champion Mauro Galvano retired due to a gashed eyebrow after three rounds. This is a talking tour and he always was a talker. of himself and his father Nigel Benn . Benn, whose father Nigel was a super-middleweight world champion, relinquished his license with the BBBofC after his fight with Eubank Jr was called off. He was frothing at the mouth.'. Once Benn had agreed to the first fight with Eubank, his entourage began plotting ways to demoralise Eubank and 'even things up'. 'I love watching Conor,' says Eubank. 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. 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? That first fight in 1990 was special. What did they have to go through, to become that resilient, that hard, that prideful? 'I actually quite like talking to him. Truly. The rivalry grew, with both men swearing that they would knock the other man out. We would hit bullseyes. 'I mean huh?'. 'What were the building blocks of us as fighters, as warriors? Whilst we try to ensure all details are up-to-date we do not make any warranty or representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information shown. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank will be looking to settle the score when they revisit their infamous '90s feud in a special live event at Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday, November 6 as part of a nationwide tour. Benn took to . Those came to nought, but now a bout between their two ambitious fighting sons will pen an improbable epilogue. 01:04 GMT 30 Oct 2021. As Eubank made his ring walk to the sound of Tina Turner's 'Simply the Best' (his ring moniker), the record suddenly stopped. . A rematch followed in 1993 which saw a draw between the two fighters, with Eubank retaining his WBO super-middleweight title that he won against Michael Watson. Benn, the former Royal Fusilier turned Dark Destroyer a no-nonsense knockout artist who became a fans favourite. I would like you to see something.'. By Guy Birchall, news reporter Wednesday 5 October 2022 16:54, UK "I know we will have so much to discuss about their fight which will be a good battle." He also wants to talk for Benn and when he arrives Benn won't be so keen on that idea. It is knowing that to win against him, I can only do that by going through pain barriers that you wouldn't dream of going through. 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. Is there a big enough bridge in the world? Dom is the senior content producer for Sporting News UK. Conversation turns to their sons. But in this instance, no world titles are up for grabs. Eubank was unequivocal, saying: 'We are statesmen now. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank take to the stage for the first time to talk about their boxing careers and their two professional boxing matches which took place in 1990 and 1993, Benn won his first 22 consecutive bouts by knockout, Eubank was the cocky, flamboyant upstart who began calling out Benn after his tenth bout. 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. 253. 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. But it is not the truth people believe they know.'. In the sixth round, Benn was docked a point for persistent low blows, a moment that would prove crucial in the final outcome. He ran towards the fire. Nigel Benn vs. Chris Eubank was a series of two professional boxing matches which took place on 18 November 1990 and 9 October 1993. The eccentric fighter was agitated by the trash talk from Nigel Benn as he put pen to paper. StubHub currently has tickets priced between 204 and 4,200, with the to-listed VIP ticket an eye-watering 7,164. Conor, the son of British boxing legend Nigel Benn, has now . The pair of iconic British middleweight fighters have. "Only you can do this to me, you know that, don't you?" Benn was set to fight rival Chris Eubank Jr in October last year, but the bout was scrapped after he returned adverse findings of clomifene in two samples provided to the Voluntary Anti-Doping . The 26 . . Eubank was trapped in the corner when an overhand right caught him on top of the head, knocking him down. Eubank would defend his new title three times, relinquishing to contest the vacant WBO super middleweight title against the ill-fated Michael Watson, who after winning eight of eleven rounds fell into a coma after a Eubank uppercut at the end of round 11, before the subsequent referee stoppage twenty seconds into round 12. Updated 10:32, 10 AUG 2022. Their fathers tour, called The Trilogy Tour, will reveal more than thirty years of bitterness and acrimony between two of the worlds biggest boxing rivalries. Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn, at Porsche Centre Wolverhampton.. Chris Eubank Jr in high stakes showdown with German challenger next month, Chris Eubank jr. makes his US debut live on Premier Sports. Benn said to Eubank in an aggressive yet somehow affectionate embrace after the pair had previously almost come to blows. For all that there will be scepticism over why it is necessary to run roughshod over weight classes for the benefit of PPV numbers, the emotions that will be stirred for a certain generation of British fight fans does much to explain the appeal. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. It looks as though British legends Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr. have finally put their long-standing rivalry to bed during a 2021 UK tour. 'Look at the Windrush generation. We are the guys who were the fiercest. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Please note: The event information above has been added by the organiser. Eubank Jr vs Benn: Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn. A statement earlier on Wednesday from promoters Matchroom and Wasserman Boxing said Benn had not been charged or suspended and that he and Eubank are still keen to fight. Benn then agreed to meet Eubank with his title on the line, which set up the first fight. , updated Very few fighters have that ability to take someone out in one like you could. It was his movement. Contact Customer Service My Account Basket: 0 items - 0.00. Eubanks relatively more measured and slicker boxing had reaped rewards, despite him having to fight through a badly cut tongue. The key element that made a fantasy matchup reality. ', Eubank: 'Your dad was a man. The major championship belts at middleweight are held by Gennadiy Golovkin (WBA and IBF), Jermall Charlo (WBC) and Janibek Alimkhanuly (WBO). It would be Eubank's fifteenth defence of his world title. Eubank appears almost emotional as he heads for a tangent to develop his point. You'll have to try your luck on resale sites as all tickets sold out within 47 minutes of going on sale on August 13. 'The best deodorant you can use is a lemon,' says Eubank. Tickets start at 34 . A more wary Benn now sought to catch Eubank with flashing overhand shots followed by short hooks. It's not like the ones we have seen before. On the ITV documentary Best Ever Big Fight Live, former world champion Duke McKenzie said of the BennEubank rivalry: "It may never be rivaled". 'We spent a long time filled with this rivalry,' says Benn. Benn is running late but Eubank is here. Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have announced they will renew their family feud at The O2 Arena in London on October 8. He's long been open about the struggles in his life - the depression, the addictions to sex and recreational drugs during his career, the infidelities his wife, Carolyne, forgave, and the suicide attempt. Chris Eubank Jr has posted a picture of his skinny frame after his fight with Conor Benn was postponed following his rival's failed drugs test. ', Before this audience, they bounce off one another for an hour. Pic: David Maher / SPORTSFILE. The O2 Arena in London will play host to the catchweight clash, set at 157 pounds, and it will . Eubank has his say on Benn; Benn still requires no exoneration. Earlier, they were slightly differing in their view of whether they would get in the ring together again. The pair are scheduled. That doesn't happen without Chris. Gigs Clubs Festivals Things to do, On your side since 2001, because we believe true fans deserve a They decided to sabotage his entrance music. He then savaged Iran Barkley within one round in his first defence. 'They brought over this man, the mini-Mike Tyson,' Eubank says. The sons of boxing legends Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 'But Chris,' replies the son of God. 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. Both clocked in a score of 860, much to Conor's surprise. We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. Dom is the senior content producer for Sporting News UK. Benn [right] was set to take on Eubank Jr [left] before the fight was cancelled at the eleventh hour due to the revelation of the adverse findings. I love him.'. Benn is 51 and will turn 52 in January. Eubank almost bit through his tongue after swallowing an uppercut in the fourth before winning Benn's middleweight world title by stoppage in the ninth. The young British boxing protgs will face each other in a catch weight title at the 02 Arena, Londonon October 8. 20th October 2021. CHRIS EUBANK has been forced to cancel public appearances with old rival Nigel Benn after testing positive for coronavirus. Benn, whose dad Nigel was the middleweight and super-middleweight champion when he fought Eubank's father Chris Sr in the 1990s, will jump two weight divisions for the super-fight. Eubank is holding court, loving the limelight now as then, and Benn chips in with a few one-liners, always good for the big, single shot. 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. 22:30 GMT 29 Oct 2021 Featured. Those are the truths. ', Benn Snr chimes in: 'You hear that, son.'. to find out more. 'On Gladiator,' Eubank says, 'this man even tried to kill me with a wooden sword. 'I have information for him. 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 . Show more Show more Chat Replay is disabled for this Premiere. For close to the next 15 minutes of this interview, the back-and-forth will be relentless. During a media tour between old British rivals Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr, it was only a matter of time before they were asked about their thoughts on the circumstances surrounding. The old fighters are downstairs and putting on a show. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. So why do it? My dad was faithful to my mother. On stage they will talk about the truth behind the rivalry, the real ferocity of the two boxing matches, their subsequent lives and successful careers as well as their sons match. 'What kind of interview is this?' As such, the fight will take place at a catchweight of 157lbs. Barry McGuigan agreed, saying; "There was real antipathy and ill-will there. 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. Benn, having lost to Michael Watson, began to rebuild in America, winning the WBO middleweight title by knocking out Doug DeWitt. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Voice Newspaper is committed to celebrating black excellence, campaigning for positive change and informing the black community on important issues. Are you in? v Benn. He returned home in triumph in November 1990 to face the undefeated and outspoken Eubank, by then 24-0 but without a comparable victory on his record. Judgement Day. 'Think about the building blocks of each individual, what they've had to go through,' Eubank says. Benn, an undefeated up-and-coming welterweight, will meet a man seven years his senior who has boxed at middleweight and super-middleweight over the course of more than a decade in the sport. 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 . 'I watched the fight again earlier today. I know we will have so much to discuss about their fight which will be a good battle., Benn vs Eubank The Trilogy Tour New Dates, October 14 Coventry Building Society Arena, October 28 Southampton Leonardo Royal Grand Harbour Hotel, Your email address will not be published. 'My goal in boxing was to be Southern Area champion, might have a shot at the British, might own my own terraced house like my dad. That is the real story. 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. I would prefer him to have a run-out. It isn't 1990, it isn't 1993, and it isn't that Gladiator series, when they really were ready to go. The rehydration clause for the fight has not been officially disclosed but promoter Eddie Hearn says it is within the IBF's regulations of a 10lbs maximum gain between the weigh-in and the weight check the following morning for the sanctioning body's title fights. Their family feud at the top once Benn had agreed to meet Eubank with his title on the show they., gave his son Conor - an exciting young boxer - a run for his money on a punchbag.... 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