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The Independent
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Conor Benn involved in ‘tear-up' with ex-Premier League striker on SAS television show
Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney has said he had a 'tear-up' with Conor Benn on the recently filmed series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The popular TV show is due to air on Sunday (3 August), with eight one-hour episodes scheduled. And ex-Watford striker Deeney has claimed he went toe-to-toe with Benn during filming, but remained tight-lipped on the outcome of the scrap. 'We had a bit of a tear-up, yeah,' Deeney told talkSPORT. 'So yeah, had a nice little roll-around with Conor, and I'll let you know who wins [later].' The TV programme sees contestants take orders from former Special Forces soldiers and often includes a boxing challenge, with the celebrities forced to demonstrate their willingness to stay in the fight. Ex-cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew previously featured on the show and was involved in a tense exchange with then-presenter Ant Middleton as his emotions threatened to spill over. Having taken punches from multiple celebrities, Bellew appeared tempted to fight back, leading to Middleton telling him: 'Control your f****** aggression. "You're going to cause some f****** damage. You're going to potentially kill someone.' Reflecting on the incident afterwards, Bellew said: 'That was a clash of two lions. I was ready to just go for it. I really was. Thankfully, I took a breath and walked away.' Deeney's revelation indicates things may have also got heated with Benn, and fans will now have to tune in to the show to see how it all played out. Meanwhile, Benn is still waiting for his next fight to be announced after suffering his first professional loss to arch-rival Chris Eubank Jr in April. He could be set for a rematch with his domestic foe later this year, although he also has other options on the table. Benn agreed to a future fight with lightweight world champion Shakur Stevenson earlier this month, while his promoter Eddie Hearn has also claimed he could be in line to face the winner of the all-Irish welterweight title fight between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan. DAZN is the home of combat sports, broadcasting over 185 fights a year from the world's best promoters, including Matchroom, Queensberry, Golden Boy, Misfits, PFL, BKFC, GLORY and more. An Annual Saver subscription is a one-off cost of £119.99 / $224.99 (for 12 months access), that's just 64p / $1.21 per fight. There is also a Monthly Flex Pass option (cancel any time) at £24.99 / $29.99 per month. A subscription includes weekly magazine shows, comprehensive fight library, exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes documentaries, and podcasts and vodcasts.
Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Conor Benn gives damning Chris Eubank Jr rematch verdict amid fight delay
Benn was due to face Eubank Jr in a rematch in September but the bout was delayed due to the latter requesting more time to prepare for the sequel Conor Benn is ready to step back into the ring, even if his next fight is not a rematch with long-time rival Chris Eubank Jr. The duo had a heated encounter in April after years of trading barbs online. Both fighters put on a 'Fight of the Year' performance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London, with Eubank Jr going on to hand Benn his first professional defeat. It appeared likely that the pair would face off again immediately on September 20. However, Eubank Jr recently disclosed his preference for the rematch to occur in November. After the September clash was postponed, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn pointed the finger at Eubank Jr for withdrawing from the scheduled date. Despite being accused of backing out, Eubank Jr maintains he needs more time to train for the rematch, confirming his plans to Turki Alalshikh. Yet, Benn is not inclined to wait and is even prepared to progress his career as he aims to secure a world championship at 147lb, reports All Out Fighting. Speaking at BoxFest, when asked about his thoughts on Riyadh Season pulling out of the sequel, Benn responded: "Who's next? Get me that WBC world title. Get me any world title. Give me Rolly (Romero), give me Ryan Garcia, give me Devin Haney, give me Shakur Stevenson. "So I'll see. See you later Eubank, I want to get back down to 147lb and win those world titles. But most of all, give you guys (the fans) the fights that you guys want. That is what I want to do." He added: "I want to be active. I am willing to go again. Just give me the date. Let me go. Whoever it is. Genuinely, I do not care who it is. I am ready for any of them." It is fair to say the initial clash surpassed all predictions, with Benn himself taking pride in being part of boxing history in north London. "I loved every minute of it. For me, it was... it lived up to what we said we were going to do. For me, it was my moment to show 'if you want to go, we can have it,'" he said. The lead-up to the explosive encounter was overshadowed by drama. Eubank Jr shocked the boxing world when he smacked Benn across the face with an egg during their initial confrontation. He was subsequently hit with a £100,000 penalty for the Manchester incident. When questioned about the dramatics, Benn acknowledges his opponent rattled him and reveals he will never be mates with 'Next Gen'. "He got under my skin for sure. But I think he has that ability to get under anyone's skin," he said. "Did I like him before the fight? No. Did I like him after the fight? No. Do I like him now? No. And I probably never will. But, it takes two to tango, so I respect Chris for bringing that out of me." Benn was later asked if he believes his rematch with Eubank Jr will be the next fight, and the 'Destroyer' opened up about the difficulties in negotiating with Eubank Jr's team. "I was ready for September 20th," he disclosed. "I was back in the gym the Monday after the fight. So, we were both told it would be September 20th and it has been a miscommunication on their part as to why now it is not September 20th. If anyone can make the fight happen, if you guys want the fight, Turki Alalshikh will make it happen because he (Eubank Jr) and his team were difficult to deal with." When is Conor Benn's next fight? As previously mentioned, Benn was scheduled to face Eubank Jr for a second time in September. However, due to the delay, it remains uncertain whether the immediate rematch will occur despite agreeing to two fights at middleweight. Benn insists he does not want to wait for his rival and will move on from the clash to return to welterweight and aim for a world title. He stated: ''I'm not waiting. I'm not waiting around. I feel like my career has sort of been on hold to give the fans this fight, and I'm glad that the fight delivered, but now I've got to just tick the box off on my personal goals, which is winning a WBC world title. It's either [moving back down to] 147lbs for me or the rematch. I'm ready to honour my side of the agreement, which was a two-fight deal [at middleweight] and it's safe to say he's scared. He almost lost. It could have gone either way. To a welterweight."
Rhyl Journal
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Conor Benn blames rival Chris Eubank Jr for proposed rematch ‘falling apart'
The British pair engaged in a ferocious battle at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April, with Eubank Jr prevailing by a close but clear unanimous decision to hand Benn his first defeat as a professional. Much of the focus centred on Eubank Jr's cut to the 160lb middleweight limit and subsequent rehydration clause, and the 35-year-old was hospitalised for two days after the fight owing to severe dehydration. Conor Benn's statement to The Ring's Mike Coppinger following the news that Riyadh Season won't be involved with the scheduled rematch against Chris Eubank Jr on Sept 20th. — Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) July 17, 2025 A return bout had been in the offing for September 20 but it now appears on the verge of collapse, with Saudi kingpin Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season reportedly withdrawing from the negotiations. Benn said in a statement to Ring Magazine: 'This rematch falling apart had nothing to do with me. I was ready to go on the scheduled Sept 20 date. I'm not sure what happened to Chris Eubank.' The first fight rekindled memories of their fathers' fierce dust-ups, with Chris Eubank Sr defeating Nigel Benn in November 1990 before a hard-fought draw three years later. Eubank Sr was an outspoken critic of their children renewing the rivalry 32 years on, with Eubank Jr campaigning at middleweight or super-middleweight during his career and Benn primarily a welterweight. Eubank Jr incurred a £375,000 fine after missing the middleweight limit by half an ounce but came in under the stipulated rehydration weight of 170lbs on the day of the fight. The rematch was expected to be on the same weight terms but Benn's promoter Eddie Hearn cast doubt on Eubank Jr fighting again. Hearn told IFL TV: 'We've said to Eubank that is the date. And if you don't take the fight on that date, the fight doesn't work. 'There are no stadiums available. Commercially you guys are on a fortune. So if Eubank is not prepared to take the fight on September 20, I don't think there will be a fight. 'That's not my decision, that's a decision of (Alalshikh). Eubank probably can't be bothered to go back into camp. I'm not sure if he'll ever fight again. I've just got the feeling he doesn't want it.'
Leader Live
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Conor Benn blames rival Chris Eubank Jr for proposed rematch ‘falling apart'
The British pair engaged in a ferocious battle at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April, with Eubank Jr prevailing by a close but clear unanimous decision to hand Benn his first defeat as a professional. Much of the focus centred on Eubank Jr's cut to the 160lb middleweight limit and subsequent rehydration clause, and the 35-year-old was hospitalised for two days after the fight owing to severe dehydration. Conor Benn's statement to The Ring's Mike Coppinger following the news that Riyadh Season won't be involved with the scheduled rematch against Chris Eubank Jr on Sept 20th. — Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) July 17, 2025 A return bout had been in the offing for September 20 but it now appears on the verge of collapse, with Saudi kingpin Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season reportedly withdrawing from the negotiations. Benn said in a statement to Ring Magazine: 'This rematch falling apart had nothing to do with me. I was ready to go on the scheduled Sept 20 date. I'm not sure what happened to Chris Eubank.' The first fight rekindled memories of their fathers' fierce dust-ups, with Chris Eubank Sr defeating Nigel Benn in November 1990 before a hard-fought draw three years later. Eubank Sr was an outspoken critic of their children renewing the rivalry 32 years on, with Eubank Jr campaigning at middleweight or super-middleweight during his career and Benn primarily a welterweight. Eubank Jr incurred a £375,000 fine after missing the middleweight limit by half an ounce but came in under the stipulated rehydration weight of 170lbs on the day of the fight. The rematch was expected to be on the same weight terms but Benn's promoter Eddie Hearn cast doubt on Eubank Jr fighting again. Hearn told IFL TV: 'We've said to Eubank that is the date. And if you don't take the fight on that date, the fight doesn't work. 'There are no stadiums available. Commercially you guys are on a fortune. So if Eubank is not prepared to take the fight on September 20, I don't think there will be a fight. 'That's not my decision, that's a decision of (Alalshikh). Eubank probably can't be bothered to go back into camp. I'm not sure if he'll ever fight again. I've just got the feeling he doesn't want it.'
Glasgow Times
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Conor Benn blames rival Chris Eubank Jr for proposed rematch ‘falling apart'
The British pair engaged in a ferocious battle at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April, with Eubank Jr prevailing by a close but clear unanimous decision to hand Benn his first defeat as a professional. Much of the focus centred on Eubank Jr's cut to the 160lb middleweight limit and subsequent rehydration clause, and the 35-year-old was hospitalised for two days after the fight owing to severe dehydration. Conor Benn's statement to The Ring's Mike Coppinger following the news that Riyadh Season won't be involved with the scheduled rematch against Chris Eubank Jr on Sept 20th. — Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) July 17, 2025 A return bout had been in the offing for September 20 but it now appears on the verge of collapse, with Saudi kingpin Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season reportedly withdrawing from the negotiations. Benn said in a statement to Ring Magazine: 'This rematch falling apart had nothing to do with me. I was ready to go on the scheduled Sept 20 date. I'm not sure what happened to Chris Eubank.' The first fight rekindled memories of their fathers' fierce dust-ups, with Chris Eubank Sr defeating Nigel Benn in November 1990 before a hard-fought draw three years later. Eubank Sr was an outspoken critic of their children renewing the rivalry 32 years on, with Eubank Jr campaigning at middleweight or super-middleweight during his career and Benn primarily a welterweight. Eubank Jr incurred a £375,000 fine after missing the middleweight limit by half an ounce but came in under the stipulated rehydration weight of 170lbs on the day of the fight. Chris Eubank Jr, pictured, missed weight by half an ounce ahead of his fight against Conor Benn (Bradley Collyer/PA) The rematch was expected to be on the same weight terms but Benn's promoter Eddie Hearn cast doubt on Eubank Jr fighting again. Hearn told IFL TV: 'We've said to Eubank that is the date. And if you don't take the fight on that date, the fight doesn't work. 'There are no stadiums available. Commercially you guys are on a fortune. So if Eubank is not prepared to take the fight on September 20, I don't think there will be a fight. 'That's not my decision, that's a decision of (Alalshikh). Eubank probably can't be bothered to go back into camp. I'm not sure if he'll ever fight again. I've just got the feeling he doesn't want it.'
