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The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch on brink of collapse with Eddie Hearn ready to negotiate alternative fight
CHRIS EUBANK JR'S rematch with Conor Benn is on the brink of collapse. Eubank beat Benn in their April second generation grudge match and a second bout was already signed as part of the original contract. 1 Chris Eubank and Conor Benn's rematch looks to be off Credit: Getty And Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh announced on social media that the rematch would take place on September 20 in London. That reveal came to the surprise of both camps - including Benn's promoter Eddie Hearn. Eubank spent two days in hospital due to severe dehydration as a result of making the 160lb middleweight limit. He and Benn were also restricted to rehydrating more than 10lb on the morning of the bout at Tottenham's stadium. After 12 gruelling rounds and the 48 hours spent in hospital - a five month turnaround for the rematch appeared quick. And after a period of radio silence from Eubank's camp, Hearn and Benn began openly discussing alternative options. Now That is the biggest indicator yet that the sequel is dead in the water. Most read in Boxing MORE TO FOLLOW
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch on brink of collapse with Eddie Hearn ready to negotiate alternative fight
BANK CLOSED Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch on brink of collapse with Eddie Hearn ready to negotiate alternative fight Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHRIS EUBANK JR'S rematch with Conor Benn is on the brink of collapse. Eubank beat Benn in their April second generation grudge match and a second bout was already signed as part of the original contract. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Chris Eubank and Conor Benn's rematch looks to be off Credit: Getty And Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh announced on social media that the rematch would take place on September 20 in London. That reveal came to the surprise of both camps - including Benn's promoter Eddie Hearn. Eubank spent two days in hospital due to severe dehydration as a result of making the 160lb middleweight limit. He and Benn were also restricted to rehydrating more than 10lb on the morning of the bout at Tottenham's stadium. After 12 gruelling rounds and the 48 hours spent in hospital - a five month turnaround for the rematch appeared quick. And after a period of radio silence from Eubank's camp, Hearn and Benn began openly discussing alternative options. Now Ring Magazine - owned by Alalshikh - announced the Saudi chief along with financial backers SELA have pulled their involvement in the rematch. That is the biggest indicator yet that the sequel is dead in the water. MORE TO FOLLOW
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Jack Catterall controversially beats Harlem Eubank as bizarre fight called off early after HORROR cuts
CATTS OUT THE BAG Jack Catterall controversially beats Harlem Eubank as bizarre fight called off early after HORROR cuts JACK CATTERALL beat Harlem Eubank on a disappointing technical decision after an accidental head clash got the fight called off after just six rounds. After a cat and mouse clash, the pair butted heads accidentally and both men were cut above their eyes. 4 Jack Catterall was leading on points before the fight was called off due to a horrendous cut about his eye But it was rapidly clear that 32-year-old Catterall's wound was far worse and, despite the best work of his cutman, the bout was waved off - to a cacophony of boos - and went to the judges. The officials scored it: 69-65, 69-66 and 69-66 to the home fighter. Before the bout, Eubank faced an awkward encounter with bitter family enemy Conor Benn. Each team can nominate a member to watch over the wrapping of the opponent's hands and, in a snide move, Benn went in to represent Catterall. It was the same trick Benn tried to use when he sent Billy Joe Saunders to watch Chris Eubank Jr's wraps, before their April war at Tottenham. Saunders was brilliantly shoved away by Eubank's no-nonsense team. But at the Manchester Arena, Benn was allowed to enter Harlem's dressing room in the crucial few minutes before the bell. The opener was tense and tight, the pair swapped textbook one-twos but the clearest scoring blows were a pair of left hands from the Chorley southpaw. Eubank, 31, looked faster and brighter but Catterall exuded experience and an ice-cool head, from his awkward southpaw stance. 4 The pair were rolling around on the floor in Round 5 4 The pair seemingly and bizarrely rugby tackled each other at times 4 The referee has to intervene several times Counter-puncher Catterall snatched the second round two by going on the front foot and scoring when Eubank was still trying to work his opponent out. There was a messy tangle of feet at the start of the third, Catterall tumbled but then dragged Eubank backwards, as they both folded into the canvas. The rest of the session dragged on with a dismal amount of punches until a more exciting interval and 'Sweet Caroline' chorus. The fourth was the first Eubank clearly claimed, with a long right hand and then a short left hook but both men were hesitating and waiting too long and the crowd - at 11:15pm - was growing sleepy. At the start of the sixth, the pair did a simultaneous summersault into the ropes, as their clash of stances became almost circus-like. But Harlem got serious with two stabbing jabs that rocked Catterall's head back and were much more stick than slap. But, after another grapple, both men ended with nasty cuts over their eyes and Catterall's looked impossible to salvage. Catterall cutman Kerry Kayes did a brilliant job in the extended break and the action was allowed to continue. But the crowd feared it would not last long if the claret fountain sparked up again. And, after a chat with a ringside official, the fight was called off.
The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Jack Catterall controversially beats Harlem Eubank as bizarre fight called off early after HORROR cuts
JACK CATTERALL beat Harlem Eubank on a disappointing technical decision after an accidental head clash got the fight called off after just six rounds. After a cat and mouse clash, the pair butted heads accidentally and both men were cut above their eyes. Advertisement 4 Jack Catterall was leading on points before the fight was called off due to a horrendous cut about his eye But it was rapidly clear that 32-year-old Catterall's wound was far worse and, despite the best work of his cutman, the bout was waved off - to a cacophony of boos - and went to the judges. The officials scored it: 69-65, 69-66 and 69-66 to the home fighter. Before the bout, Eubank faced an awkward encounter with bitter family enemy Conor Benn. Each team can nominate a member to watch over the wrapping of the opponent's hands and, in a snide move, Benn went in to represent Catterall. Advertisement READ MORE BOXING NEWS It was the same trick Benn tried to use when he sent Billy Joe Saunders to watch Chris Eubank Jr's wraps, before their April war at Tottenham. Saunders was brilliantly shoved away by Eubank's no-nonsense team. But at the Manchester Arena, Benn was allowed to enter Harlem's dressing room in the crucial few minutes before the bell. The opener was tense and tight, the pair swapped textbook one-twos but the clearest scoring blows were a pair of left hands from the Chorley southpaw. Eubank, 31, looked faster and brighter but Catterall exuded experience and an ice-cool head, from his awkward southpaw stance. Advertisement Most read in Boxing Exclusive Exclusive Exclusive 4 The pair were rolling around on the floor in Round 5 4 The pair seemingly and bizarrely rugby tackled each other at times 4 The referee has to intervene several times Counter-puncher Catterall snatched the second round two by going on the front foot and scoring when Eubank was still trying to work his opponent out. Advertisement There was a messy tangle of feet at the start of the third, Catterall tumbled but then dragged Eubank backwards, as they both folded into the canvas. The rest of the session dragged on with a dismal amount of punches until a more exciting interval and 'Sweet Caroline' chorus. The fourth was the first Eubank clearly claimed, with a long right hand and then a short left hook but both men were hesitating and waiting too long and the crowd - at 11:15pm - was growing sleepy. At the start of the sixth, the pair did a simultaneous summersault into the ropes, as their clash of stances became almost circus-like. Advertisement But Harlem got serious with two stabbing jabs that rocked Catterall's head back and were much more stick than slap. But, after another grapple, both men ended with nasty cuts over their eyes and Catterall's looked impossible to salvage. Catterall cutman Kerry Kayes did a brilliant job in the extended break and the action was allowed to continue. But the crowd feared it would not last long if the claret fountain sparked up again. And, after a chat with a ringside official, the fight was called off. Advertisement
BBC News
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'I tried to stay away - but boxing found me'
After winning gold at the British Karate Championships, a 10-year-old Harlem Eubank went with his mother to the shop, where they bumped into his famous uncle."Harlem's just won a British title," his mum, beaming with pride, told Chris Eubank expected a hug or at least a smile... But the former world champion didn't miss a beat."I have 19 world title defences," he replied flatly, before carrying on with his day."That was it, he was gone," Harlem says now, laughing. "My mum was probably fuming but even at that age, I understood what he was trying to say. He was planting the seed that it's never enough, there's always more to do. Aim higher."It was vintage Eubank Sr - dismissive yet full of a lesson Harlem still carries with him today as he prepares for the biggest fight of his professional 31-year-old welterweight will face fellow Briton and former world-title challenger Jack Catterall at Manchester's AO Arena on Saturday."It's a massive statement fight. That's why I pushed for it. I believe I'll be a world champion and this is the fight that proves it," Harlem to BBC Sport, Harlem reflects on the weight of his family name and how he carved out his own boxing journey the hard way, earning respect through the traditional route. How boxing found its latest Eubank The Eubank name is steeped in British boxing folklore with unforgettable nights and iconic rivalries.A two-time world champion, the eccentric Eubank Sr was a boxing superstar who transcended the sport. And by the time Harlem turned professional in 2017, his cousin Chris Eubank Jr was already a British Harlem - a noticeably less flamboyant and more reserved character than his uncle and cousin - never intended to follow in their footsteps."I tried to stay away from boxing at first because my family had already done it," he explains. "They'd been to the top of the mountain so what's the point in me starting?"In his early years, Harlem threw himself into karate and football. He earned a black belt by the age of 11 and later for signed for Brighton & Hove Albion's youth 14, he walked into a boxing gym for the first time out of curiosity, but football coaches told him he had to choose. And so, boxing was put years later, though, something pulled him back."I came back to boxing at 18 and never looked back," he says. "It felt like boxing found me rather than me looking for it. It felt like it was meant to be." Building a profile on free-to-air television Harlem turned professional aged 23 but, much like his cousin, quickly realised that being a Eubank in boxing can be a double-edged sword."Everyone wants to beat you. They bring their best version into the ring every time because they think they're fighting for a world title," he an age of influencer boxing, Harlem could have arguably chosen an easier and more lucrative route rather than trading on his name. Instead, he fought on small-hall shows and steadily honed his craft."I've done it the traditional way. There's not a door I haven't kicked down myself," he a throwback to the ITV era when his uncle headlined to millions on free-to-air television, Harlem has spent the past few years as a regular headliner of Channel 5's Friday night boxing cards."Being on Channel 5 has allowed me to engage with different people, new audiences who aren't necessarily sports fans and just happen to stumble across boxing," he says. Harlem globetrotter - targeting world honours With his uncle and cousin watching from ringside, Harlem stopped Tyrone McKenna in the 10th round in March. But Chorley's Catterall is a different proposition.A proven contender who has operated at world level, Catterall is regarded by many as the man who should have become England's first male four-belt undisputed champion after a controversial points loss to Josh though, is relishing the role of underdog."Time and time again, I've had to prove people wrong," he says. "But I think people are starting to take notice of me now."Jack is the best at 147lb in the UK, hands down. Beating him will lead to the biggest and best fights, whether that's a world title next or taking on top names in the United States."
