The highly anticipated rematch between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn has finally come to an end, with the latter emerging victorious in a unanimous decision victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The fight, which was one of the most eagerly awaited bouts of 2025, saw Benn dominate throughout the 12 rounds, showcasing his impressive skills and determination.
The rematch between Eubank Jr and Benn had been highly anticipated after their first encounter seven months prior, which was a thrilling back-and-forth classic that resembled the rivalry between their fathers at their maiden fight 35 years ago. However, this time around, Benn's experience and ring generalship proved to be too much for Eubank Jr.
Despite floating the idea of a potential retirement after the rematch, Eubank Jr said he would not be putting his gloves up after the bout. This leaves fans wondering about his future in boxing. Eubank remains among the highest-ranked fighters in the middleweight division and has expressed ambitions to fight for the world title at higher weight divisions.
On the other hand, Conor Benn's long-term intentions are to win titles two weight classes below middleweight. Following his victory, he reiterated his intention to drop down to welterweight and take on the division's top champions. Benn called out several top welterweights, including Rolando Romero, Mario Barrios, and Brian Norman Jr.
As for a potential trilogy fight between Eubank and Benn, there are currently no plans in place. The contract was for two fights, and both fighters seem content with their current paths in the boxing world. However, given Eubank's ambitions to fight at higher weight divisions and Benn's long-term intentions to dominate his division below middleweight, a trilogy fight could be a natural conclusion to their rivalry.
In any case, Conor Benn has secured another major victory, further solidifying his position as one of the top welterweights in the world. His future is now filled with possibilities, including potential title fights against top champions and a possible drop down to welterweight.
The rematch between Eubank Jr and Benn had been highly anticipated after their first encounter seven months prior, which was a thrilling back-and-forth classic that resembled the rivalry between their fathers at their maiden fight 35 years ago. However, this time around, Benn's experience and ring generalship proved to be too much for Eubank Jr.
Despite floating the idea of a potential retirement after the rematch, Eubank Jr said he would not be putting his gloves up after the bout. This leaves fans wondering about his future in boxing. Eubank remains among the highest-ranked fighters in the middleweight division and has expressed ambitions to fight for the world title at higher weight divisions.
On the other hand, Conor Benn's long-term intentions are to win titles two weight classes below middleweight. Following his victory, he reiterated his intention to drop down to welterweight and take on the division's top champions. Benn called out several top welterweights, including Rolando Romero, Mario Barrios, and Brian Norman Jr.
As for a potential trilogy fight between Eubank and Benn, there are currently no plans in place. The contract was for two fights, and both fighters seem content with their current paths in the boxing world. However, given Eubank's ambitions to fight at higher weight divisions and Benn's long-term intentions to dominate his division below middleweight, a trilogy fight could be a natural conclusion to their rivalry.
In any case, Conor Benn has secured another major victory, further solidifying his position as one of the top welterweights in the world. His future is now filled with possibilities, including potential title fights against top champions and a possible drop down to welterweight.