Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch date and venue confirmed by Eddie Hearn
Eubank Jr emerged victorious by unanimous decision following their intense battle at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April.
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Their initial clash evoked the legendary rivalry of their fathers, Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn, who first traded blows 35 years ago.
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The sons' April showdown met all expectations, echoing the fiery encounters between their fathers three decades prior.
While Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is a contender for hosting the rematch, Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn has hinted that Wembley could be in the running due to the fight's escalated profile.
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Speaking to Ring magazine, Hearn said: "Spurs is contracted – it's a fantastic stadium and it worked extremely well the first time."
He added: "Obviously, it was sold out and this fight's even bigger, so you could possibly look at Wembley to increase the capacity."
Details regarding the weight limit for the rematch remain unconfirmed, amidst criticism from Eubank Sr towards the British Boxing Board of Control and Matchroom for sanctioning the first fight at the middleweight limit of 160lbs.
Eubank Sr has expressed concern over his son's health, stating he was dangerously dehydrated fighting at a weight class below his usual 175lbs. Conversely, Benn had not previously fought above the super-welterweight limit of 154lbs before their initial encounter.
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Chris Eubank Sr lambasted the authorities on his YouTube channel, saying: "If the Boxing Board of Control do not do what they are supposed to do, which is to block fights from happening which do not abide by the weights and the rules. You are baboons!".
The bout was initially due to take place in October 2022 but was delayed after Benn tested positive for the banned substance comifene, leading to his suspension.
However, Benn denied intentionally doping, and his suspension was lifted after being cleared by the National Anti-Doping Panel (NADP).
An independent report attributed Benn's failed test to a possible "highly elevated consumption" of eggs, which led to Eubank hitting Benn with an egg during a heated press conference.
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