Billy Joe Saunders is targeting a comeback to rematch Chris Eubank Jr.

Saunders has not boxed since getting stopped by Canelo Alvarez in 2021. He suffered a fractured orbital bone following a huge uppercut from Canelo, and the boxer was lucky to escape long-term damage. Saunders is a two-weight world champion who beat Eubank in 2014 via a split decision. Saunders will join Tyson Fury’s camp for the Oleksandr Usyk rematch, allowing him to get into shape for a possible comeback.

The Eubank fight is a mega domestic clash, allowing Saunders to earn a huge purse. It also puts an end to the rivalry, given the first fight was a split decision. Eubank Jr. will box Kamil Szeremeta on October 12. He is coming off his best win after avenging his Liam Smith defeat. If he beats Szeremeta, a rematch with Saunders could occur as talks are underway.

“I’ll be honest I was in heavy talks with Eubank’s manager a few weeks ago. Heavy talks. I’ve actually got a lawyer at the moment just going through a few bits. But I obviously need to get myself motivated to get a comeback fight and then build in to that big night. Obviously it’s also for the fans to see because I believe if you take out the heavyweights and the domestic British level, it don’t get much bigger than myself and Eubank. We’ve had it before and there’s loads of water that’s gone underneath the bridge. It’s no secret that I don’t like him on a personal note and he doesn’t like me on a personal note. It’s just how it is. We don’t really get on. And I think the fans will enjoy the build-up and enjoy the fight,” Saunders said 

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Too old now past it

— Cllr crippers 262 (@crippers262) September 3, 2024

I hope he bjs comes back and fights not a lot of people probably like him but I do

— anthony (@djstormo) September 2, 2024

I also thought BJS was too heavy and was going to try & come back at light heavy first? 🤷‍♂️

— Pietro48 (@Pete4812) September 2, 2024