Amid Doping Test Fiasco, Conor Benn Gets Grim Reality Check from Rival Chris Eubank Jr.

Chris Eubank Jr. is fresh off his victory against Liam Smith in their rematch. Thus, he’s now on the lookout for his next venture. Moreover, one such fight gathering headlines is a potential fight with Conor Benn. However, talks of finalizing the fight are still happening. Fans are eager for a date since no official confirmation about the fight exists. But it looks like there is still work left before the fight is manifested. So, recently, Eubank spoke to Sky Sports and revealed his views about the fight.

As trace amounts of Clomiphene (a fertility drug), were found in Benn’s urine, this led to a canceled bout in October 2022 with Eubank. Benn was scheduled to fight Chris Eubank Jr in a catchweight match. However, the World Boxing Council (WBC) later cleared Benn stating that he did not intentionally dope. Benn had denied knowingly taking banned substances. Benn gave up his British Boxing Board license. Despite the WBC ruling in Benn’s favor, UK Anti-Doping and the Board are still investigating him. And now Eubank Jr. has commented on the future of their fight.

Chris Eubank Jr. breaks his silence on the Benn fight

Michael Benson, a renowned Boxing Journalist took to X (formerly Twitter), to discuss Chris’ views. According to him, Conor Benn “lost all his privileges,” due to the failed doping tests. Eubank Jr. also asserted he is the “A-side” in any fight between them. Chris said, “He lost all his privileges when he failed those drug tests. I’m the A-side. It will happen. I can’t tell you when. He still has issues to smooth out and I have options. That fight doesn’t need to be rushed. Benn isn’t going anywhere.”

Eubank Jr.’s words are a grim reality check for Benn since he is already dealing with doping allegations. It also raises questions about a potential fight. Eubank Jr. suggests Benn has “issues to smooth out.” which implies Benn has a long road ahead to fight him. The tweet adds fuel to their feud and casts doubt on a future bout. However, Eddie Hearn, the renowned Boxing Promoter has high hopes for the fight.

Eddie Hearn thinks Benn vs. Eubank Jr. will be “the biggest fight”

In a recent interview with Boxing News. He said the upcoming fight between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr is “the biggest fight” for Benn. Hearn revealed “It’s the biggest fight for you, bank it’s the biggest fight for Benn..”, Hearn said this after a UK Anti-Doping appeal. The appeal had left boxing in flux.

Hearn is optimistic the fight could happen in December. He said preparations are already underway. Hearn also mentioned talks with the British Boxing Board. Furthermore, Hearn discussed doping in boxing too, and expressed concerns about the lack of testing. He emphasized the need for more rigorous measures to maintain the integrity of the sport. Hearn specifically said he believes Benn is “100% innocent,” regarding his recent doping issues.

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While Eubank Jr. raised doubts, promoter Hearn is optimistic as he called Benn vs. Eubank Jr. “the biggest fight” for Benn. So Eubank Jr. and Hearn differ on the bout. And with its future still uncertain, only time will tell if it comes to fruition.

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