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CHRIS EUBANK JR once begged his dad to let him try boxing – and Lennox Lewis came to his aid.The fighter fulfilled Eubank’s Sr by beating Conor Benn – the son of his boxing rival Nigel.Chris Eubank Jr pleaded with his dad aged 13 to become a boxerCredit: AT HOME WITH THE EUBANKSMiddleweight champion Eubank Sr tried to explain why becoming a boxer was a bad ideaLennox Lewis jumped to Jr’s defenceCredit: AT HOME WITH THE EUBANKSEubank Sr was in the ring to celebrate his son’s win over Conor BennCredit: ReutersIt was the 35th professional win of Jr’s career yet his father never wanted him to follow in his footsteps.But Jr always had aspirations of entering the ring – even as young as 13.In footage from 2003, Eubank Jr tells his dad: “I just want to try it. I just want to see what it is about.”If he can do it why can’t I.”READ MORE IN BOXINGEubank Sr was very dismissive of his ambitions, and replied: “20 world championship wins son.”Sr told his son boxing is a “tragic business to be in” for fighters who do not make it to the top, and he pleaded for him not to be stubborn and bull headed.His ex-wife Karron, Jr’s mum, quickly interjected and accused Sr of possessing those characteristics himself.The former middleweight champion then claimed his son could be left disfigured from taking too many punches to the face.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLewis then hit back saying: “Am I bad looking?…Why are you putting that into the kid’s head.”What you’re saying is irrelevant at this time.”Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn in classy nods to their iconic dads during ringwalks for huge grudge fightLennox then put it to Sr another way, saying: “I would never want, when I have kids, for my son or daughter to be in a car crash.”So what do I do? I say I’m not buying you a car and you can’t drive? Is that the right thing to do?”After that Sr finally relented, smiled, and embraced Lennox – finally seeming to understand the point. More

CHRIS EUBANK JR needed an immediate hospital visit and a 24-hour stay after showing signs of chronic dehydration.The post-fight claim that he was hospitalised with a broken jaw inflicted by Conor Benn were bogus.Chris Eubank Jr was taken to the hospital immediately after his winCredit: GettyThe fighter suffered from major dehydration and sustained a cut above his eyeCredit: GettyAnd the gash he suffered from a Benn head clash could have been seen and stitched by the on-site doctors.But Eubank was taken to the Royal London hospital so his kidneys, brain and heart could be monitored overnight, following a brutal 12-round fight and a dangerous 48-hour weight-cut dehydration.After 36 minutes of breathless middleweight action, the 35-year-old should have been sweating buckets.But after drying himself out so severely on Friday – and still twice missing the 11st 6lb limit – Eubank was bone dry and rushed to a ward.READ MORE IN BOXINGSr, 58, raced to be by his side and was still awake at 3:30am updating friends and family about the saga.Eubank’s BOXXER promoter Ben Shalom shared on Sunday: “I’m pleased to confirm that Chris is doing well and currently resting.”There is no truth to the rumours regarding a broken jaw.”As part of his standard post-fight protocol, Chris is at the hospital for precautionary checks to monitor his vitals and ensure everything is in order.Most read in Boxing”They take these measures very seriously, given everything they have experienced.”This process is something they now prioritise after every fight.”Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn in classy nods to their iconic dads during ringwalks for huge grudge fightSunSport understands Jr will be released on Sunday evening.Eubank Jr vs Benn: SunSport’s verdictTHIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed. More

THE punch stats from Chris Eubank Jr’s thrilling win over Conor Benn have been revealed.A stunning 35 years after their fathers first clashed in the ring, Eubank “upheld the family name” as the fight went the distance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Chris Eubank Jr beat Conor Benn via unanimous decisionCredit: GettyThe punch stats show Jr deserved the victoryCredit: ReutersAll three judges scored the bout 116-112 in Jr’s favour and many fans were not sure who the winner was when the final bell went.But the punch stats show that Eubank was the better fighter throughout the contest.He landed more punches in all 12 rounds and he landed a whopping 152 more overall.Eubank hit the spot with 40 per cent of his punches, compared to Benn’s 36.READ MORE IN BOXINGBy the final round it was frantic and 200 punches were thrown.The stats left fans shocked, with one saying: “Wow. Chris absolutely outboxed Conor. Thought it was more even until seeing those results.”Another added: “Eubank won by a mile.”A third wrote: “Eubank outlanded Benn in every round and landed a 150 more punches over the fight and people are out here saying the the result didn’t go the right way.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBenn’s promoter Eddie Hearn was one of the people unhappy with the scoring and he said: “I couldn’t split them at the end. I thought Benn was winning the fight. I thought he lost the last two rounds.”116-112, I’m not going to… we’ve seen him moan before about scores. It is what it is.Conor Benn reveals what Chris Eubank Sr said to him in ring after Chris Eubank Jr fight”I don’t see Chris Eubank winning that fight by four rounds at all. But forget that, just unbelievable respect for both men. “I could not be prouder of Conor Benn for what he’s been through and the heart he showed in the ring tonight. “Nigel Benn was the people’s champion. Tonight Conor Benn became the people’s champion.”Eubank Jr vs Benn: SunSport’s verdictTHIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed. More

THE fourth judge’s scorecard for Chris Eubank Jr’s epic clash with Conor Benn has been revealed.The bitter rivals went toe-to-toe in an incredible 12-rounder at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn went to war for 12 rounds at the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumCredit: REUTERSEubank Jr, 35, won a hard-fought Tottenham tussle via unanimous decisionCredit: REUTERSThe ringside judges turned in 116-112 scorecardsCredit: X@MATCHROOMBOXINGA fourth judge scored the contest 117-111 in favour of Eubank JrCredit: GETTYEubank Jr ensured his famous family maintained bragging rights over the Benns with a unanimous decision victory in what was a closely-contested fight.All three ringside judges scored the contest 116-112 in favour of the two-time IBO middleweight champion.A fourth judge was also deployed on the night, although their scorecard didn’t count towards the result of the Tottenham tussle.The newly introduced AI judge was once again on duty in the Spurs slugfest, as it was in Tyson Fury’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk last December.READ MORE ON EUBANK JR VS BENNAnd the AI judge scored the contest in favour of Eubank Jr, turning in a wider scorecard of 117-111.The stats backed up the AI judge.Eubank Jr landed 43, 52 and 57 punches in the final three rounds, compared to Benn’s 40, 30 and 29.He also dominated in other areas, landing 140 jabs from 350 attempts (40 per cent), with Benn connecting with just 35 of 137 jabs thrown (25.5 per cent).Most read in BoxingOn power punches Eubank Jr landed 227 from 562 thrown (40.4 per cent), compared to Benn’s 180 from 456 (39.5 per cent).JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBenn cut a crestfallen figure after veteran MC Michael Buffer announced Eubank Jr – the son of his dad’s former rival Chris Eubank Sr – as the winner of the contest.Dad Nigel consoled ‘The Destroyer’, who said of his first professional defeat: “It’s a hard one to swallow.Conor Benn reveals what Chris Eubank Sr said to him in ring after Chris Eubank Jr fight”I didn’t come into the fight thinking it would be that close.“I didn’t come into the fight to lose, I didn’t come into it for anything other than winning.“I wasn’t good enough and I have to do better.“I didn’t think I lost the fight, but I don’t want to be delusional. I think it was a close fight and that’s it.”I could have done better; 14 months out of the ring maybe played a factor in the fight.“But what an amazing turnout, it really did feel like my homecoming. I wish him well, i know he’s gone to hospital.“I’ve heard he has a broken jaw so I wish him a speedy recovery.”I’d like to thank Senior because this is a family affair, it wouldn’t have been the same if he hasn’t been there.”Eubank Jr said: “The fact our fathers did it all those years ago brings out a different spirit in you and that’s what we showed here tonight.Read More on The Sun”I’m happy to have this man [Eubank Sr] back with me. He needed to be here. All this is because of what he did.“We upheld the family name. Onwards and upwards.”Conor Benn cut a devastated figure in the aftermath of the fightCredit: PAEubank Jr vs Benn: SunSport’s verdictTHIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed. More

CHRIS EUBANK JR shared a one-word update after his stunning win over Conor Benn.The fighter lived up to his father’s legacy by beating rival Benn on points, with all three judges scoring the contest 116-112 in his favour.Chris Eubank Jr is treated for a horror cut above his right eyeCredit: GettyChris Eubank Jr shared this photo after his winCredit: ReutersThe fighter beat Conor Benn via unanimous decisionCredit: GettyEubank was joined by his dad Eubank Sr during his ring walk and inside the squared circle after his win.And after following in his father’s footsteps, 35 years after Sr. beat Conor’s dad Nigel Benn, Jr used only one word to express his emotions: “History”.He received congratulations from fans and others within boxing, including his cousin Harlem Eubank.Harlem wrote: “Proud cuz👏🏽”READ MORE IN BOXINGFellow boxer Anthony Fowler commented: “Done the family name proud 👏🏻👏🏻”Eubank, 35, revealed he was inspired to victory by his dad, and suggested the fathers’ legacy brought out a different spirit in him.He said: “The fact our fathers did it all those years ago brings out a different spirit in you and that’s what we showed here tonight.”I’m happy to have this man [Eubank Sr] back with me. He needed to be here. All this is because of what he did.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”We upheld the family name. Onwards and upwards.”Eubank was taken to hospital after the fight but his team has played down the severity of his condition after Benn claimed he had a broken jaw.SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on Chris Eubank Jr’s win over Conor BennHis promoter Ben Shalom said in a statement: “I’m pleased to confirm that Chris is doing well and currently resting.”There is no truth to the rumours regarding a broken jaw.”As part of his standard post-fight protocol, Chris went to hospital for precautionary checks to monitor his vitals and ensure everything is in order.”They take these measures very seriously, given everything they have experienced in the past.”This process is something they now prioritise after every fight.”Chris and Conor gave absolutely everything in what was the biggest legacy fight of all-time.”With their fathers standing proudly behind them, it was a moment that will forever be stamped in sporting history.”Eubank Jr vs Benn: SunSport’s verdictTHIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed. More

CHRIS EUBANK JR’S team have provided a health update after he was rushed to hospital last night.Eubank Jr beat Conor Benn via unanimous decision in a thrilling bout, 35 years on from their father’s first fight.Chris Eubank Jr beat Conor Benn in a thrilling contest last nightCredit: GettyJr went to hospital after picking up a cut above his eyeCredit: GettyBen Shalom has given an update on Eubank’s conditionCredit: PAEubank sustained a nasty-looking cut above his eye in the final few rounds but battled on for a famous victory.After the fight, his doctor ordered him to hospital and Jr could not attend his post-fight press conference.A rumour began to spread of a serious jaw injury, with Benn even saying: “I wish him well. I know he’s gone to the hospital, I have heard he’s got a broken jaw do I wish him a speedy recovery.”But Eubank’s promoter Ben Shalom has provided fans with an update on his health and ended concerns about his jaw. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe said in a statement: “I’m pleased to confirm that Chris is doing well and currently resting.”There is no truth to the rumours regarding a broken jaw.”As part of his standard post-fight protocol, Chris went to hospital for precautionary checks to monitor his vitals and ensure everything is in order.”They take these measures very seriously, given everything they have experienced in the past.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”This process is something they now prioritise after every fight. “Chris and Conor gave absolutely everything in what was the biggest legacy fight of all-time.Huge row erupts before Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn as Billy Joe Saunders is BLOCKED from checking old rival’s gloves”With their fathers standing proudly behind them, it was a moment that will forever be stamped in sporting history.” Eubank Jr and Benn agreed to a rematch before yesterday’s bout and Saudi Arabian boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh wants them to get back in the ring come September.He said: “If they’re not injured and ready, we want the rematch in late September at Tottenham.”The British fans were amazing, and I thank them.”Benn has already turned his focus to the next clash, saying: “I want the revenge, I want my revenge. I think inactivity played a big part, I think it took me back.”I had Eubank hurt multiple times but I couldn’t get the finish and I’ll make sure for next time that the finish is there.”Eubank Jr vs Benn: SunSport’s verdictTHIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed. More