We have endured over 900 days of relative chaos but finally this weekend Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr lock horns in north London and we have expert predictions and picks for you.
The pair had been due to meet in October 2022, but the fight was called off at late notice and when the smoke finally cleared we found out the bout had been scrapped because Benn had failed not one but two drug tests. He was later cleared of any wrongdoing and his suspension lifted.
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Much water has passed under the bridge since then, but the two men finally meet at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday.
Eubank Jr 34-3 (25) insisted this week “I will be like a matador in that ring” and it’s fair to say he is the more skilled operator of the two.
Odds and predictions
The oddsmakers have him as a 4/7 favourite for the win, but Benn looks a live underdog at 7/4.
Benn 23-0 (14) is jumping up two divisions to take on this challenge but that might be easier than Eubank Jr boiling his frame down to 160lbs – and then remaining within range of the 170lbs rehydration clause – while still being effective on the night.
It’s a fascinating contest – not least because their respective fathers shared a bitter rivalry themselves against each other over 30 years ago – but Benn could be the pick.
Eubank Jr won by stoppage against Kamil Szeremeta last time out, but he also showed little glimpses he might just be a fighter on the slide. If Benn can handle what is sure to be a raucous atmosphere, then he is young enough and fresh enough to win this.
When is Eubank Jr vs Benn?
The bout goes down on Saturday night (April 26) in north London, with ring walks for the main event planned for shortly after 2200 local UK time (2300 CET, 1700 Eastern, 1400 Pacific.
How to watch the fight live
You have multiple options if you are in the UK – with DAZN PPV and Sky Sports Box Office both having the rights. Both have a price point of £19.95. If you are in the US, DAZN PPV is the call with the price set at $24.99.
