A big fight announcement could be revealed this week by promoter Eddie Hearn.
Appeared on DAZN Boxing Show The 43-year-old hinted that there is confirmation of an all-British blockbuster between Conor Benn and Chris-Eubank.
“We talked about the big war coming.”
“I’m pretty confident we’ll give you some very important combat news this week.”
“Watch this space.”
His place on yesterday’s show coincidentally coincided with a tweet from Benn in the afternoon.
“Team Benn Camp has begun!”
The 23-year-old is in excellent shape as he practices movement and coordination on the bag.
Team Benn Camp has begun! pic.twitter.com/jGdTNiiDm4
– Conor Nigel Benn (@ConorNigel) July 25, 2022
An even battle between the two has been going on for a while but its actual likelihood of happening has picked up momentum this month.
First revealed by the Daily Star, the all-British showcase event will take place on October 8 at the O2 Arena in London. The fight will also provide the first chance for DAZN to roll out pay-per-view in the UK.
An obstacle in the battle unfolds already a rehydration clause.
Benn’s normal weight limit is 147lbs (Welterweight) while Eubank Jr will be at 160lbs (medium class).
A 156 lbs deal was reached, but how many pounds the two men put in between Friday and Saturday has been disputed.
If Hearn is to be believed, all obstacles are gone and two of the biggest surnames in British boxing look set to resume their hostile relationship 29 years since Nigel and Chris Sr. fight in the unification match of the World Super Middleweight title at Old Trafford.
