Conor Benn Fulfills Fan’s Request Through Heart-Warming Gesture in Memory of a 15YO Girl Who Passed Away From Brain Tumor

Amidst updates on Conor Benn’s drug fiasco and his next possible fight, there came one on the kind-hearted person that he is. Recently, a hardly-seen side of the fighter came to light when he did something endearing for the father of a young girl who lost her life battling a brain tumor. For a moment, his efforts for the late fan shrouded the heavy conversation that has often been about his stints in the ring.

‘The Destroyer’ was last seen in the ring against Rodolfo Orozco in September this year, a fight that he won through a unanimous decision. However, the British fighter continues to grapple with the repercussions of his positive drug reports that came out almost a year ago. He was supposed to fight his long-standing rival, Chris Eubank Jr. However, with both his VADA reports coming positive for banned PEDs, the fight collapsed. Now, with his promoter, Eddie Hearn, suggesting that he will enter the ring in early 2024, a brief moment of endearance emerges.

Conor Benn’s homage to a late fan

Earlier, a fan of Benn pinged the fighter on his X Profile. In the post, the fan mentioned that his friend had lost his 15-year-old daughter to a brain tumor. In a somber request, the fan asked the fighter if he would wear a wristband and post a picture of the same as an homage to the young girl. The fan wrote, “Hi, My mate lost his BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER to a BRAIN TUMOUR-Aged 15. If I sent a wristband, could you wear it for a pic please?”

In response, the 27-year-old fighter kindly obliged. Benn agreed to post the picture and also invited the teen’s father to his next fight. He wrote, “Hi Mark of course I will mate please pass my condolences. I’d also like to invite him to my next fight.” 

Meanwhile, on the career front, it seems like Benn is finally getting his chance to fight Chris Eubank Jr.

Eubank Jr vs. Benn Set for Long-Awaited Clashes

Eubank Jr. and Benn’s much-anticipated bout edges closer after multiple setbacks. Benn’s prior drug test cancellation led Eubank to other fights. On the other hand. Benn faced licensing issues. Reports now hint at a potential February 3 fight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium at middleweight. Minor details await resolution on Eubank’s side for Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom announcement. The clash looms amid scheduling conflicts with the Buatsi vs. Azeez fight also seeking the same venues. Both sides are seemingly firm on the date due to limited venue availability. Fans, however, await further official announcements.

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It’s been quite a chaotic year for Conor Benn. While his kind gesture toward his fans has stolen the show today, a bigger picture awaits him. While he’s been cleared of the PED consumption allegations, his position in the boxing realm remains as uncertain as ever. Once the Eubank fight gets its date, and takes its course, it will be interesting to see how he revitalizes his boxing career.

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