Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr to fight at London's O2 Arena in October
Eubank Jr, 32, joined the professional ranks in 2011 and has recorded 32 wins and two defeats.A rivalry rekindled
Their rematch was aired on terrestrial television in the United Kingdom and watched by 15.6 million people."He has walked the same path as I have. I know his struggle. Living in the shadow of a legend and trying to break out of that shadow and make his own name," said Eubank Jr.Benn is also keenly aware of the family history. "This fight is for the legacy and was an opportunity I felt I couldn't pass up," he said.
"I can't quite believe this is happening," Benn's promoter Eddie Hearn said. "Ever since they both turned professional, people talked about this moment."Eubank Jr - who beat Welshman Liam Williams in February - has suffered losses to fellow Britons Billy Joe Saunders and George Groves The catchweight limit will see the pair having to make some adjustments to their natural fighting weight. They will weigh in on Friday, 7 October, the day before the fight.
Both boxers have created a fanbase in their own right, but are also tapping into the legacy and support of their legendary fathers; it is a fight which makes sense and has all the potential to pull in the casual sports fans.
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