Conor Benn acknowledges the possibility of being remembered as a defeated contender. The 29-year-old is gearing up to rectify his sole loss by facing Chris Eubank Jr. in a rematch on Saturday night. Their initial intense encounter in April ended with Benn falling short, marking the continuation of the historic rivalry between the offspring of renowned boxers.
Despite the previous outcome, both fighters eagerly agreed to a lucrative immediate rematch, where the stakes are somewhat lower this time around. The parallels between this generational clash and the prior confrontations of their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn, are evident. Just like his father, the underdog Benn is confronting the prospect of not overcoming his adversary.
Reflecting on his boxing legacy, Benn expressed a desire to be recognized for his passionate and wholehearted performances rather than just the outcome of specific fights. The upcoming rematch between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn is scheduled for Saturday, November 15, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, offering fans the option to watch it on DAZN PPV for £24.99 or for free with a DAZN Ultimate plan.
Having faced obstacles leading up to this rematch, including failed drug tests and legal battles, Benn is determined to move past this chapter and focus on achieving a world title in his natural weight class. Looking ahead, Benn is open to the idea of a trilogy fight with Eubank Jr. next year if he manages to even the score. However, his ultimate goal remains winning a world championship at 147lb, believing it will solidify his legacy in the sport.
The live broadcast of Eubank Jr. vs Benn II can be watched globally on DAZN.