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    Chris Eubank Jr facing investigation for Conor Benn egg slap following bust-up ahead of bitter bout with hated rival

    CHRIS EUBANK JR faces a British Boxing Board of Control probe after cracking an egg over Conor Benn’s face. The born rivals went face-to-face for the first time since their grudge match got rescheduled for 26 April at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Chris Eubank Jr faces a probe after cracking an egg over Conor Benn’s faceCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom BoxingAnd fists almost flew early on stage after Eubank smashed an EGG into Benn’s face – a reference to his failed drug test three years ago. It sparked a mass brawl with Benn, promoter Eddie Hearn and his dad Nigel grappling to get a piece of Eubank. Eventually, the teams were dragged off stage with the bad blood brewing ahead of the 160lb middleweight fight. The sons of British legends will meet again tomorrow at Tottenham – the scene of the pay-per-view fight – for another heated press conference.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut a sit down face off to promote the fight – scheduled for today – has now been scrapped amid security concerns.And BBBoC chief Robert Smith confirmed Eubank will also be summoned to a hearing to determine his punishment over the egg attack.Smith told BoxingScene: “It was irresponsible. I’m not really bothered by the egg, it’s the fact that Eubank struck Benn. “That an egg was in his hand at the time is irrelevant, it’s the striking that we have an issue with.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe board could advise to cancel the fight, suspended licences or issue a fine – which is the most common and likely case. Eubank’s dad Chris Sr and Benn’s father Nigel share one of the nation’s most fierce rivalries.Shocking moment Nigel Benn grabs Chris Eubank Jr by throat after boxer slaps Conor Benn in face with egg The 1990 original was won by Eubank Sr before he escaped with a controversial draw at Old Trafford three years later.More than three decades on and their boys were ready to do battle in October 2022.But the 157lb catchweight clash was dramatically axed with just days to go after Benn failed two doping tests.The unbeaten welterweight tested positive for clomifene – a banned substance known to boost testosterone.Benn had his BBBoC license removed while he was investigated.He has since had his provisional ban lifted by UK Anti-Doping.One theory behind his failed test infamously shared by the World Boxing Council was a high intake of egg consumption.So Eubank wasted no time in making reference to the failed test by cracking the yolk on Benn’s face.Benn’s promoter Hearn fumed at the stunt and admitted tomorrow’s press conference is in doubt.He said: “I don’t know if we can do Thursday’s press conference to be honest with you, because it will be attack on sight.”It won’t be ‘have a sleep on it, calm down’, because it’s a one-upmanship.”It wasn’t a slap, it was with an object in the eye. From my point of view it’s unacceptable, but the game is the game.”If you want to play those games, then the fun really begins and it might not be the fun that people want.”Certainly now, I could not let Conor Benn near Chris Eubank Jr. I could not let Nigel Benn anywhere near Chris Eubank Jr.”Whether that changes over 48 hours we will see, but these two need to be kept apart and they can’t be anywhere near each other.”Eubank, 35, shared the viral egg slap and posted: “Apparently egg contamination was the reason for his two failed drugs tests.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So I contaminated him with an egg.”Benn, 28, hit back: “That’s the only shot you’ll land on me you f***ing p***k. 2 rounds you are finished.”The born rivals fight on April 26Credit: Splash More

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    Inside Conor Benn’s amazing life, from epic car collection to ‘words’ with Neymar and loving wife of seven years

    BRACE yourself for a fierce battle when Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr finally take each other on.Already there’s been bad blood – with the pair meeting face-to-face at a press conference and coming to blows.Conor Benn boasts an epic lifestyle outside of boxingBenn has an amazing car collection, including a £260k Rolls-RoyceCredit: instagramBenn is also lucky in love with wife of seven years, VictoriaCredit: INSTAGRAM/CONOR BENNEubank Jr slapped Benn’s face with an egg and called him a “dirty little omelette” as they brawled on stage in Manchester.Benn’s rival was, of course, referencing The Destroyer’s claim that he failed a drug test because of excessive egg intake.Outside the ring, Benn lives a lifestyle to envy.His epic car collection is spearheaded by a £260,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith.Read more boxing newsWhile, he amusingly shared ‘words’ with footballer Neymar, and flies in private jets.He’s also winning in his personal life – married to children’s emotional well-being author Victoria.SunSport takes a look at Benn’s life of luxury.Car collectionBack in 2022, the same year he was banned from boxing for failing two drugs tests conducted by the VADA, Benn was estimated to be worth around £1.5million.Most read in BoxingOver the years, he has splashed his cash on an amazing set of motors, including his pride and joy – a Rolls-Royce Wraith worth £260,000.After beating former WBO world champion Chris Algieri, he was spotted with a £125,000 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG wrapped in gold.Conor Benn pulled apart from Chris Eubank Jr after SLAP at Battle of Britain press conferenceAlso in 2022, Benn added a stunning £110,000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S – copying his dad who bought a Porsche 911 in the 1990s.It has a personalised licence plate – ‘K013ENN’ – and Benn calls it his “weekend car.”Expect Benn to add to his fleet, if he’s victorious against Eubank Jr.Boxer Benn shows off his incredible Rolls-Royce worth £260kA gold-wrapped Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG worth £125k is part of Benn’s fleetBenn also splashed the cash on a beautiful Porsche 911Bringing Neymar into itBack in 2024, Benn entered the ring after Eubank Jr defeated Kamil Szeremeta.The pair went face-to-face as they vowed to settle their differences one day in the ring.Lurking behind them was Brazilian football legend, Neymar, who seemingly found the conversation hilarious.It threatened to escalate then, forcing security and the ex-Barcelona forward to break the pair up.As it turned out, Neymar was there in support of Eubank Jr.Afterwards, Benn revealed: “I’m a big fan of Neymar. He’s a GOAT.”I just said to him, ‘your boys getting a beating.'”Incredibly, Benn also dropped a bombshell claim at Tuesday’s presser that Eubank Jr owed Neymar a serious amount of money as a poker debt.Benn said: “He owes Neymar four million quid – that’s why he’s taken this fight. So don’t talk s***.Neymar hung out with Benn at his pal Eubank Jr’s fight last yearCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialBenn had words with Neymar – saying was going to beat up Eubank JrCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialNeymar was sandwiched between Eubank Jr and Benn last NovemberCredit: Gettyread more sport features”I said he owes Neymar four million quid have you not heard? So don’t come talk to me about bollocks. This is why you have taken this fight.”And you are about to get rendered unconscious for it. You’re money hungry that’s the only reason.” Family lifeBenn has been lucky in love with wife, Victoria.The pair began dating in 2017, before walking down the aisle a year later in a private ceremony.She is an author, having penned the book Feeling It All which helps kids cope with their emotions.She also shares big brand deals on her Instagram page, where she has over 26,000 followers.Fans may also recognise her from her YouTube channel which has just over 1000 followers.In her videos, she take viewers behind the scenes of her boxing champion husband’s career.In her bio, she references her famous husband with the line “Married to CB”.Victoria and Conor welcomed their first child together in 2021, when Victoria gave birth to Eli.Victoria Benn met the boxer in 2017 and they married a year laterCredit: PAConor and Victoria pose with son EliCredit: INSTAGRAM/CONOR BENNA second son the couple called Idony was born last yearGlam Victoria is a children’s book authorConor admitted that he phoned his mum afterwards to ask her for permission to get a face tattoo honouring his son.His mum agreed and Conor get “Eli Clay” tattooed by his ear.Last year, the happy couple welcomed their second daughter they called Idony.Flying privateWhen Eddie Hearn’s your promoter, you can expect to live the high-life.Should Benn need to travel with Hearn and his pals for business trips, he’ll fly private.The son of legend Nigel showed off a private jet that took him and a crew to Philadelphia for a DAZN fight night.They then headed to Miami on the US trip.Benn enjoys the use of a private jet when he’s workingCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialBenn was joined by Eddie Hearn on board flights to Philadelphia and MiamiCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialHe captioned the snap: “PHILLY nights with the team, now on to MIA.”READ MORE SUN STORIESBack home the photos of his trip left a sour tase in wife Victoria’s mouth who was left at home with the kids.Amusingly, she commented on the snap: “Meanwhile, Idony just threw up on me 🤣”. 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    Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach: Fight start time, TV channel, live stream and full card as American pair square off

    GERVONTA DAVIS is set to return to ring action as he makes the latest defence of his WBA lightweight title.The dominant lightweight nicknamed “Tank” was initially meant to defend his crown in December last year but was postponed until the following March. Knockout specialist, Davis, boasts an unbeaten professional recordCredit: GETTYLamont Roach was confirmed as Tank’s opponent last SeptemberCredit: GettyThe reason for the postponement of the fight is still unclear but the wait is nearly over. Davis, who now holds a perfect 30-0 record following victory over Frank Martin last summer, will face off against fellow American Lamont Roach. The WBA has granted featherweight Roach ‘special permission’ to move up a weight class to set-up the clash as Davis voluntarily puts his belt up for grabs. The 29-year-old currently holds the WBA Super Featherweight belt and in the case of victory will have five days to decide which belt he decides to take up. READ MORE IN BOXING As for Davis, a win leads closer to a dust-up with a man who idolised him in Shakur Stevenson after he defended his WBC belt against Josh Padley in Saudi Arabia. When is Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach?Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach is set to take place on Sunday, March 2.The card starts from 1.00am GMT on Amazon Prime.Davis and Roach are expected to make their ring walks around 3.00am GMT.The fight will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New YorkWhat TV channel is Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach on and can it be live streamed?Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach will be shown live on Prime PPV.The event is available on pay-per-view for £63.50 on Prime. Davis vs Roach fight cardGervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach; Lightweight, for WBA lightweight titleJose Valenzuela vs Gary Antuanne Russell; Super lightweightAlberto Puello vs Sandor Martin; Super lightweight, for WBC super lightweight titleYoenis Tellez vs Julian Williams; Super welterweightJarrett Hurd vs Johan Gonzalez; MiddleweightGeo Lopez vs Grimardi Machuca; Super featherweightCristian Cangelosi vs Jarrod Tennant; Super welterweightDwyke Flemmings Jr vs Florent Dervis; Super welterweightDavid Whitmire vs Angel Munoz; WelterweightAlexis De la Cerda Landin vs Sharone Carter; Super bantamweightNasheed H. Smith vs Tariq Green; Super middleweightDeric Davis vs Oscar Eduardo Gonzalez Jr; LightweightMost read in Boxing More

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    ‘There is no man like him’ – Mike Tyson doesn’t hesitate when revealing heavyweight who would have beaten him

    MIKE TYSON did not hesitate when naming one legendary boxer who would have beaten him.Iron Mike was regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.Mike Tyson has revealed the one boxer that would have beaten him at his peakCredit: GettyHe admitted he would not have been able to beat Muhammad AliCredit: GettyTyson, 58, began his career in 1985 and won each of his first 19 fights by knockout.He became the WBC heavyweight champion in November 1986 when he beat Trevor Berbick.He became the youngest heavyweight champion of all time and still holds the record.Tyson has now admitted that there is only one fighter in history who could have got the better of him during his pomp.READ MORE ON BOXINGHe claimed that he would not have been able to have beaten Muhammad Ali.He told ThisIs50: “There is no man like him, there just isn’t.”Everything we have he supersedes us in.”He was an animal, he looked more like a model than a boxer.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He’s like a Tyrannosaurus Rex with a pretty face, he’s just mean and evil, he’ll take you to deep waters and drown you.”He’s very special. The best. Nobody beats Ali.Jake Paul claims psychedelic drugs ‘cured Mike Tyson’s Parkinson’s’ before pair’s Netflix boxing matchHe fought against Jake Paul in NovemberCredit: Reuters”I can’t beat that man, hell no. No way.”Ali is widely considered the best boxer in the history of the sport.He achieved famous wins over legends such as Joe Frazier, George Foreman and Sonny Liston.Tyson, however, recently returned to the ring as he took on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.The Problem Child beat the icon by a unanimous decision in November after an eight-round boxing bout.He had to recently deny claims from Paul that he was suffering from Parkinson’s disease.According to the NHS, Parkinson’s is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years.Tyson was paid around £16million for the Paul fight, which was shown to over 100 million viewers on Netflix.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Baddest Man on the Planet admitted last month he has still not fully recovered from the bout.He refused to rule out the prospect of lacing up his gloves again but was quickly OVERRULED by his wife, Lakiha.He was beaten by a unanimous decisionCredit: Getty More

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    Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn face off CANCELLED at last-minute after chaotic face egg slap

    A FACE OFF between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn has been CANCELLED at the last-minute after chaotic egg slap scenes. The born rivals traded verbal jabs in Manchester on Tuesday to officially launch their April 26 middleweight grudge match.Chris Eubank Jr slapped Conor Benn with an eggCredit: GettyBenn was left with egg quite literally on his faceCredit: PAIt sparked chaos on stageCredit: PABut Eubank caused bedlam after he smashed an egg into Benn’s face – sparking a mass brawl on stage. Both teams, including Benn’s dad Nigel and promoter Eddie Hearn were left raging on stage as security desperately kept the pair apart. The sons of British legends will meet again tomorrow at Tottenham – the scene of the pay-per-view fight – for another heated press conference. But a sit down face off to promote the fight – scheduled for today – has now been scrapped amid security concerns.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd Eubank now faces a hearing with the British Boxing Board of Control to determine his punishment – likely to be a fine. Eubank’s dad Chris Sr and Benn’s father Nigel share one of the nation’s most fierce rivalries. Eubank Sr won the 1990 original before escaping with a controversial draw at Old Trafford three years later. More than three decades on and their boys were ready to do battle in October 2022. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the 157lb catchweight clash was dramatically axed after Benn failed two doping tests. The unbeaten welterweight tested positive for clomifene – a banned substance known to boost testosterone. Benn had his BBBoC license removed while he was investigated.Shocking moment Nigel Benn grabs Chris Eubank Jr by throat after boxer slaps Conor Benn in face with egg He has since had his provisional ban lifted by UK Anti-Doping. One theory behind his failed test infamously shared by the World Boxing Council was a high intake of egg consumption. So Eubank wasted no time in making reference to the failed test by cracking the yolk on Benn’s face. Benn’s promoter Hearn fumed at the stunt and admitted tomorrow’s press conference is in doubt.He said: “I don’t know if we can do Thursday’s press conference to be honest with you, because it will be attack on sight. “It won’t be ‘have a sleep on it, calm down’, because it’s a one-upmanship.”It wasn’t a slap, it was with an object in the eye. From my point of view it’s unacceptable, but the game is the game. “If you want to play those games, then the fun really begins and it might not be the fun that people want.”Certainly now, I could not let Conor Benn near Chris Eubank Jr. I could not let Nigel Benn anywhere near Chris Eubank Jr. “Whether that changes over 48 hours we will see, but these two need to be kept apart and they can’t be anywhere near each other.”Eubank, 35, shared the viral egg slap and posted: “Apparently egg contamination was the reason for his two failed drugs tests. READ MORE SUN STORIES”So I contaminated him with an egg.” Benn, 28, hit back: “That’s the only shot you’ll land on me you f***ing p***k. 2 rounds you are finished.” The rivals fight on April 26Credit: PA More

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    Josh Padley’s payslip revealed after electrician took world title fight at four days’ notice and will QUIT day job

    BOXING underdog Josh Padley has seen his payslip revealed for his world lightweight title fight with Shakur Stevenson.Padley had been working as an electrician last week and had planned to do DIY in his new home when he received a phone call bringing him in as a last-minute substitute to fight Stevenson.Josh Padley is set to quit his job as an electrician after receiving a sizeable purse from his fight with Shakur StevensonCredit: GettyThe Doncaster electrician went nine rounds with the world champion despite being drafted in with four days noticeCredit: GettyThe Doncaster-born star was then flown out to Saudi Arabia to replace Floyd Schofield after he fell ill through alleged poisoning.On just four days’ notice, Padley, who had won favour after stunning Mark Chamberlain on the Anthony Joshua v Daniel Dubois undercard in September, fought valiantly against the world champion.However, after nine rounds of brutal punishment, his coach threw in the towel to stop the fight and confirm the first defeat of his career at 15-1.A week on from the fight, Padley has revealed he is set to quit his day job to pursue boxing full-time.READ MORE IN BOXINGIt comes after he collected a sizeable fight purse despite the defeat.According to figures from Sporty Salaries, Padley earned a cool £395,000 ($500,000) which is perhaps the biggest of his young career.Speaking after the fight, Padley revealed his plans to commit to boxing fully. He said: “Luckily I am in a position now where I can probably pack that in and fully dedicate my life to boxing.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I’m grateful for that, thank you to Turki for giving me that opportunity, we’ll be back.”There’s more of that to come. That was four days’ notice. Eight-week camp and I know I’ll be better.”I was meant to be doing DIY in Doncaster this weekend, now I’m on a world title fight – my boss isn’t best pleasedHe added: “I would have loved to have got the win and there would have been some back story to it, but didn’t get it.”I tried my hardest, no regrets, I gave it everything I could, but the body wasn’t conditioned to take them shots.”Padley’s impressive showing last weekend could land him another bout in Riyadh Season. More

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    Shocking moment Nigel Benn grabs Chris Eubank Jr by throat after boxer slaps Conor Benn in face with egg

    NIGEL BENN saw red and grabbed Chris Eubank Jr by the throat after the IBO middleweight champion slapped his son with an EGG.The angry scene occurred in Tuesday’s ill-tempered face-off that saw Eubank smash an egg across Conor Benn’s face.Conor Benn’s dad Nigel was spotted grabbing Chris Eubank Jr by the throatBenn had to be restrained after being struck with an egg by EubankCredit: GettyPromoter Eddie Hearn was involved in the wild fracas on stage in North LondonCredit: GettyNigel was in the middle of the fracas and immediately grabbed Eubank by the neck as things got out of hand.Security guards managed to calm proceedings by pulling both boxers apart, with a furious Benn Jr needing three burly bouncers to restrain him.A video circulating on social media appeared to show Nigel walking behind the guards from his son’s side to confront Eubank.Dad Nigel, 61, grabbed Eubank by the throat and remonstrated with him before the pair faded into the background.READ MORE IN BOXINGPromoter Eddie Hearn summed up the general feeling around the incident by telling Sky Sports: “If you see Nigel Benn tonight, run!”Eubank claimed the stunt was in reference to Benn’s failed drug test from 2022.The first fight between the pair was called off after 28-year-old Benn’s positive sample for clomiphene.The WBC infamously suggested his failed test could have been related to an intake of eggs.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe born rivals went face-to-face for the first time since their grudge match got rescheduled for April 26 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Eubank later wrote on X: “Eggcellent. Apparently egg contamination was the reason for his two failed drugs tests.”Conor Benn pulled apart from Chris Eubank Jr after SLAP at Battle of Britain press conferenceNigel Benn is a former professional boxerCredit: GettyHearn even shoved Eubank’s promoter Ben Shalom during the chaos.A shaken-up Hearn addressed reporters once tempers had cooled in North London.But he added the fight would be “off” if Benn and Eubank ran into each other again tonight.Hearn said: “What’s happened now is the game has changed.”And if you do that, you have to live with the consequences of that.”We have to put provisions in place – put a lid on it – to make sure this doesn’t get out of control.”Earlier, Hearn and Eubank traded verbal barbs on a bad-tempered night in Manchester.Benn Jr was subsequently cleared and the UK Anti-Doping Agency-imposed provisional suspension was lifted in October last year.Nigel – who was nicknamed the Dark Destroyer during his heyday -endured a legendary rivalry with Eubank’s dad Chris Eubank Sr in the 90s.READ MORE SUN STORIESEubank Sr won their first fight and took Benn’s WBO middleweight title and the judges called a draw for their second bout.A third fight between Benn and Eubank never materialised, leaving their feud as one of the most memorable chapters in British boxing history. More

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    New footage shows furious Eddie Hearn shoving rival promoter as Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference turns ugly

    EDDIE HEARN was seen confronting rival promoter Ben Shalom during a chaotic end to the Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn press conference.Eubank Jr sparked an all-out brawl on stage after slapping an EGG into his bitter rival’s face.Conor Benn had to be restrained after being struck with an egg by Chris Eubank JrCredit: GettyPromoter Eddie Hearn was involved in the wild fracas on stage in North LondonThe Matchroom promoter appeared to shove fellow promoter Ben ShalomHearn was in the middle of the fracas and scrambled to get at Shalom as things got out of hand.Security guards managed to calm proceedings by grabbing both boxers, with a furious Benn needing three burly bouncers to restrain him.Video circulating on social media appeared to show Henry giving Shalom a small shove amongst the carnage. Eubank claimed the stunt was in reference to Benn’s failed drug test from 2022.READ MORE ON BOXINGThe first fight between the pair was called off after 28-year-old Benn’s positive sample for clomiphene.The WBC infamously suggested his failed test could have been related to an intake of eggs. Eubank later wrote on X: “Apparently egg contamination was the reason for his two failed drugs tests.”So I contaminated him with an egg.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA shaken-up Hearn addressed reporters once tempers had cooled in North London.But he added the fight would be “off” if Benn and Eubank ran into each other again tonight. Conor Benn pulled apart from Chris Eubank Jr after SLAP at Battle of Britain press conferenceHearn said: “What’s happened now is the game has changed.”And if you do that, you have to live with the consequences of that.”We have to put provisions in place – put a lid on it – to make sure this doesn’t get out of control.”Because if they see each other now? The whole fight is off. Because they are scrapping to the absolute end.”Earlier in the night, Hearn and Eubank traded verbal barbs on a bad-tempered night in Manchester.Matchroom promoter Hearn asked Next Gen: “Is this the Chris Eubank show?Eubank replied: “This is Eubank vs Benn. You can sabotage the event and I’ll try talk to Benn directly.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And you can be quiet. I don’t want to hear what you have to say.”Hearn turned to Benn, with cheers coming from the audience, and asked: “How do you feel about smashing this geezer to pieces?” More