Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn has officially been announced for April 26 in London.
The bout has been in the making for a while. The original fight was set for a 157-pound catchweight. It would have been a career-lowest weight for Eubank Jr., while Benn was moving up from 147. But the fight never happened after Benn failed VADA tests for Clomiphene. UKAD then suspended him. But the National Anti-Doping Agency removed Benn’s suspension. Meanwhile, UKAD said it will not appeal it, leaving Benn free to box. Benn was also looking into the possibility of facing WBC Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios next.
Meanwhile, Eubank could have faced WBA Middleweight Champion Erislandy Lara at 160. Ben Shalom said any deal must be done soon. Eubank Jr. had reportedly agreed to a 55/45 split in his favor, but Benn’s camp wanted 50-50. Now, those issues have been resolved. There are reports the clash will take place at 160 pounds. There are still question marks over whether there will be a rehydration clause. But the major hurdles have been overcome.
BREAKING: Chris Eubank Jr will face Conor Benn on April 26 🍿 pic.twitter.com/fqYooRV96I
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