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Boxing thrives on drama, not just inside, but well beyond the ring’s confines. Conor Benn, the fiery prodigy of British boxing, recently dusted off controversy and made a comeback. After a hiatus, a result of testing positive for banned substances, Benn re-entered the ring, facing Rodolfo Orozco, and reclaiming his space.

But amidst his resurgence, he stirred the pot further, taking to social media. Drawing inspiration from the sport’s golden era, Benn spotlighted a reel of the legendary Muhammad Ali. The twist? It subtly taunted fellow boxer Chris Eubank Jr. The exact contents of that reel remain our teaser for now. Yet, with Ali’s voice as the backdrop, the unspoken challenge was clear.

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Boxing titans Conor Benn and Eubank Jr. set the stage

The boxing community is abuzz with excitement as the showdown between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr nears. Both fighters, celebrated for their individual prowess, stand at significant junctures in their careers. And with the match date approaching, their psychological warfare, particularly on social media, is reaching fever pitch.

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Recently, Benn made a provocative move on his social media. He shared a compelling reel of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, where Ali confidently asserted, “I’m a brain fighter. I’m scientific, I’m artistic, I planned my strategy. He’s a bull, I’m the matador. He’s scared to death, he’s scared to death, he wish he could get outta the whole thing. When I look at him, the man is frightened. He’s meeting his master, his teacher, his idol.

These words, originally aimed at George Foreman, resonated with Benn’s current sentiments. To drive the point home, Benn captioned his story, “@chriseubankjr 3 x rounds. 🧊”, suggesting a quick triumph against Eubank Jr within merely three rounds.

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As fans will recall, their initially scheduled face-off in October 2022 was postponed due to an adverse drug test finding that Benn faced. Following this suspension, Benn marked his comeback against Rodolfo Orozco with a decisive victory. On the other hand, Eubank Jr showcased his resilience by avenging his only stoppage defeat, triumphing over Liam Smith. These events only intensified the already brewing rivalry between the two fighters, amplified by the legacy of their fathers’ legendary bouts.

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With Eddie Hearn, Benn’s promoter, hinting at a December showdown and public interest skyrocketing, the stakes are higher than ever. The match, previously slated for the O2 Arena, is now eyed for the grander Millennium Stadium. Moreover, the controversial past year, filled with drug test controversies and potent trash-talk, has transformed this bout into a grudge match.

It’s evident this isn’t merely a fight. It’s an orchestration of history, legacy, psychology, and pure boxing skill. With both fighters drawing lines in the sand and with the weight of past controversies, December promises to be a monumental month for British boxing.

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Now, as the sands of time steadily drift towards fight night, we turn the spotlight to you. Do you think Benn’s homage to Ali will work in his favor? Or come back to haunt him when he faces Eubank Jr.?

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