“He Should Retire”: Conor Benn Takes Dig at Chris Eubank Jr Following Fight Not Happening Announcement

The latest drama in the world of boxing involves British boxers Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr., a duo whose rivalry simmers with intensity. Picture this: a fight steeped in legacy, teetering on the brink of happening, then abruptly not. Amidst financial squabbles and doping controversies, something more personal brews.

Benn, known for his sharp jabs and sharper tongue, has something to say. Eubank Jr., a figure equally adept in the ring and making headlines, is at the center of it all. But what could Benn have possibly said to stir the pot further?

Conor Benn unleashes harsh words on Chris Eubank Jr.

Transitioning seamlessly into the heart of the matter, Conor Benn’s words ring with the clarity of a bell at the start of a boxing round. “You have to say he’s scared. I wasn’t joking when I said I’d end his career. He’s ducking a welterweight. He’s a p***y. He should retire,” Benn declared, his words as direct and unyielding as his punches in the ring. This bold statement, a direct jab at Chris Eubank Jr., comes in the wake of their collapsed February 3rd bout, a fight mired in controversy and unmet expectations.

In a candid conversation with Boxing Social, Benn didn’t just throw verbal punches; he predicted this outcome. “It makes no difference to me, next year I become world champion,” he confidently asserted, foreshadowing his ascent in the boxing world, regardless of Eubank Jr.’s involvement. This assertion reflects not just Benn’s confidence but also his readiness to move beyond this rivalry and focus on his own career trajectory.

Benn’s words, echoing through the boxing community, mark a pivotal moment in this high-profile feud. It’s a testament to Benn’s resolute focus on his future, a future he envisions crowned with a world championship title, with or without Eubank Jr. in the opposite corner. Talking about predictions, Eddie Hearn had already predicted that this fight won’t happen.

Eddie Hearn’s prediction comes right

In a revealing conversation with Ariel Helwani, promoter Eddie Hearn shed light on the precarious state of negotiations. Despite Benn’s eagerness for the fight, Eubank Jr.’s demands exceed what Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing can offer. Hearn expressed his frustration, noting, “He’s got his number somehow from somebody, and we can’t hit that number.”

Further complicating matters, the British Boxing Board of Control expressed disapproval of the proposed February 3rd date. While the BBBofC’s concerns are significant, Hearn pinpointed Eubank Jr.’s purse expectations as the key obstacle, stating, “He thinks he’s in a strong position and wants as much money as he can.” This financial standoff may have ended up putting this fight off.

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The saga surrounding the Benn-Eubank Jr. fight encapsulates not just a clash of fists but a complex interplay of ambition, legacy, and financial intricacies. So, who do you think Conor Benn will face next? Will Devin Haney be his next opponent, or will he fight with Kell Brook? Let us know your predictions.

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