In a highly anticipated showdown, Chris Eubank Jr. emerged victorious against Conor Benn in a thrilling 12-round middleweight fight on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Eubank secured the win with a unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the bout 116-112 in his favor. The fight attracted a sold-out crowd of 67,484 fans, all eager to witness this clash that echoed the legendary rivalry between their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn, who faced off in two epic battles during the 1990s.
The night began with a surprise as Eubank Jr. arrived at the venue alongside his father, Chris Eubank Sr., who had been a vocal critic of the fight leading up to the event. His presence added an unexpected emotional layer to the atmosphere. The fight itself was a rollercoaster, with both fighters showcasing their skills and determination.
Benn made an early impact, stunning Eubank with a swift left hook just a minute into Round 3. This moment set the tone for an intense back-and-forth battle. For the initial half of the fight, Eubank adopted a cautious approach, boxing from the back foot and avoiding significant damage. However, as the rounds progressed, he shifted tactics, becoming more aggressive and seeking to dominate Benn.
From Round 7 onward, the fight escalated into a series of fierce exchanges, with both fighters landing powerful shots. Eubank's size advantage, as he naturally fights two weight classes heavier, became evident. In a defining moment of the eighth round, Benn's legs buckled under the force of a left hook from Eubank, yet he displayed remarkable resilience, refusing to go down despite being hurt multiple times.
After the fight, Eubank reflected on the intense competition, admitting, "Everything surprised me. I didn’t know he had what he had in him. I really didn’t. I thought I would break him early. I underestimated him. I didn’t train for a fight like that." He continued, "I knew I was capable of that. I just needed someone to bring that out of me. I’m not going to lie, I did not expect that he’d be the guy to do that. But the fact that our fathers did what they did all those years ago brings out a different soul, a different spirit. That’s what we both showed here tonight."
Benn, on the other hand, expressed a desire for a rematch, stating, "I want either a rematch with Eubank or a world title shot back at my natural weight against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios." His determination to reclaim his position in the ring is palpable, and with a contractual right to a rematch, fans may not have seen the last of this exciting rivalry.
The event also featured several other notable fights on the undercard. Anthony Yarde secured a unanimous decision victory over Lyndon Arthur with scores of 115-113, 116-112, and 116-112. In another middleweight bout, Aaron McKenna triumphed over Liam Smith, winning by unanimous decision with a score of 119-108, 117-109, and 118-108. Viddal Riley also showcased his skills, defeating Cheavon Clarke by unanimous decision, while Chris Billam-Smith rounded out the night with a unanimous decision win against Brandon Glanton.
This night at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was not just another boxing match; it was a celebration of a storied legacy and a thrilling continuation of a family saga in the ring. As Eubank Jr. and Benn both left everything in the ring, the fans were treated to a spectacle that will be remembered for years to come.
With the dust settling on this epic encounter, the boxing world is left buzzing with anticipation. Will there be a rematch? Can Benn reclaim his title shot? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the rivalry between Eubank Jr. and Benn has reignited the passion for boxing in the UK.
As the night concluded, the echoes of cheers and the spirit of competition lingered in the air, reminding everyone that sometimes, the most thrilling moments in sports don't require a title on the line, just two fighters willing to leave it all in the ring.
