CHRIS EUBANK JR vs Conor Benn will be a match that will bring back fond memories of the 1990s.
In 1990, Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn were fighting for two world titles.
Conor Benn defeated Chris van Heerden via KO in round 2.
Chris Eubank Jr defeated Liam Williams in February on points
Eubank Sr won via 9th-round TKO. He also picked up the WBO middleweight title. The second fight took place at supermiddleweight and ended in a draw.
Their sons will now clash 29 years later.
Eubank Jr., a middleweight, who has also campaigned at168lbs, will drop to 157lbs in order to challenge Benn, a career welterweight.
After Eubank Jr's win over Liam Williams earlier in the year, this fight was first published online.
Benn was the only one who took Benn's idea seriously. He has yet to find a fight at 147lbs.
What is the Eubank Jr. vs Benn matchup?
- The Eubank Jr. clash with Benn will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022.
- The O2 Arena will host the fight in front of 18,000 spectators.
- The men will be fighting 29 years later, almost to today, starting with Eubank Sr vs Benn 2, at Old Trafford on Oct 9, 1993.
- The main event will have ring-walks that start at 10 PM UK time.
Is it available on a channel and can it be streamed live?
- Eubank Jr vs Benn live on DAZN PPV
- DAZN can be subscribed for PS7.99 per month, but it does not give you streaming access Eubank Jr. vs Benn.
- You can stream the clash live from the DAZN App, which you can download to your tablet or mobile device.
Chris Eubank fought twice against Nigel Benn in their legendary career
Eubank Jr vs Benn FULL CARD
Although the full card has yet to be revealed, SunSport will keep fans updated as soon as other fights are announced.
What have you heard?
Both fighters are eager to compete in a showdown that will bring back many years of boxing history for fans.
Eubank Jr. said that he grew up seeing their famous battles and was always inspired to do the same. He also wanted to find his arch nemesis... Could it be Conor Benn? We'll find out.
"He has been on the same journey as me. I understand his struggle. He is living in the shadows of legends and trying to make his own name. He will beat me if he can beat it, and he will never again walk in the shadow of his father.
"It's a fight which's going to spark interest in the British public, that is what I'm proud of. It's my biggest fight in terms of hype, legacy, and anticipation.
Benn stated: "This fight was for the legacy and it was an opportunity that I felt I couldn’t pass up.
"My team and me had other options as I am currently ranked top five with all governing bodies at Welterweight. I have no doubt that I'm looking to fight for the World Championship very soon. But this fight is so rich in history that I know it's one the people really want to see.
"To me, this fight is personal. It's more than rankings and titles. This is unfinished business between my families!"
