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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock 12639146d Connor Benn celebrates victory over Chris Algieri Conor Benn v Chris Algieri & Undercard, Boxing, M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, UK – 11 Dec 2021 Conor Benn v Chris Algieri & Undercard, Boxing, M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, UK – 11 Dec 2021 PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTXHUNxGRExMLTxCYPxROMxBULxUAExKSAxONLY Copyright: xPaulxGreenwood/Shutterstockx 12639146d
In the aftermath of his comeback victory, Conor Benn found himself embroiled in a feud with an old foe. For quite some time, Benn faced adversity in his boxing career. Everything started with the discovery of a banned substance in his system, getting his boxing license revoked. Even after he was allowed to fight in America, the UKAD and BBBofC appealed the decision. However, things are starting to look up for the ‘Destroyer.’
After being away from the ring for over a year, Benn finally made his comeback on 24 September. His comeback fight was against Rodolfo Orozco, which he won via unanimous decision. While the dust barely started settling, Benn has potentially found himself his next opponent. It’s none other than Chris Eubank Jr. The two fighters were supposed to face off against each other back in October 2022. But the fight fell apart because of Conor’s drug debacle.
Conor Benn vs. Chris Eubank Jr. on X
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One day after taking down Rodolfo, Benn replied to a tweet from Eubank Jr. Benn wrote, “I’m knocking you clean out in 3 rounds !!!!” But the question is, what caused such a stinging reply from the undefeated boxer? Well, everything started from a tweet from Benn himself. Even though Benn did not direct the tweet at Eubank Jr., it made the potential fight between them inevitable.
I’m knocking you clean out in 3 rounds !!!! https://t.co/n2MsJZizWE
— Conor Nigel Benn (@ConorNigel) September 24, 2023
In the initial tweet, Benn wrote, “Business Taken Care of in the 🇺🇸. 18 months out the ring and straight back to it‼️ 22-0.” Responding to Benn’s comeback win, Eubank Jr. had to get some words into the open. Eubank tweeted back, “You’re in DEEP SH** kid,” reigniting the rivalry between the generational adversaries.
Conor Benn’s thrilling comeback fight against Rodolfo Orozco
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On 24 September, Benn returned to the square ring after 18 months of absence. The fight between Benn and Orozco took place in Orlando, Florida. Prior to the fight, the Brit’s suspension was overruled, allowing him to fight in America. Safe to say, Benn made the most of it.
Benn came into the fight weighing 154 lbs and threw a lot of destructive punches. However, he could not stop the Mexican fighter. It’s worth noting that Orozco has never lost from a knockout in his 39 fights. It was the same story in this fight as well, something even Benn agreed after winning the fight.
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At one point in time, things did not look good for Benn. But after his fight against Orozco, things have taken a turn for the better for the English fighter. While boxing fans want a fight between Benn and Eubank Jr. as soon as possible, only time will tell when it happens. Until that happens, we want to hear from you. Who do you think will win between Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn?
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