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      ‘Flawed’ – Eddie Hearn slams British Boxing chiefs for scrapping Benn vs Eubank Jr and vows to take legal action

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      EDDIE Hearn has lashed out at British Boxing chiefs and vowed to take legal action after Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr was officially postponed. The fight was set to take place at the O2 Arena on Saturday night before it emerged Benn had failed a drug test.
      Eddie Hearn is not happy with boxing chiefs after Benn v Eubank Jr fell apartCredit: Richard Pelham – The Sun

      His promoter Hearn made desperate attempts to keep the fight alive before admitting defeat this afternoon.
      But the Matchroom boss has attacked the British Boxing Board and claimed their decision to scrap the bout was “procedurally flawed”.
      In a punchy statement this afternoon, Hearn said: “It is undeniable that the British Boxing Board of Control’s decision to withdraw their sanctioning was procedurally flawed and without due process.
      “That remains a legal issue between the promoters and the Board which we intend to pursue.
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      “However, whilst there are legal routes to facilitate the fight taking place as planned, we do not believe that it is in the fighters’ interests for those to be pursued at such a late stage, or in the wider interests of the sport.”
      His statement follows a day of twists and turns as fight fans were left unsure whether the fight would go ahead.
      It appeared dead and buried yesterday when the British Boxing Board of Control “prohibited” the fight after Benn failed a drug test.
      The Brit tested positive for clomifene, which is a banned substance and can increase testosterone levels in men.
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      But Hearn claimed he would fight the decision yesterday despite the ruling.
      But he had to concede defeat today and the fight was confirmed as being off.
      A furious Chris Eubank tweeted earlier: “Conor got caught using an illegal substance so the fight is off. Can’t believe it.
      “I really apologise to the fans & everyone that bought tickets, traveled & booked hotels, this should not of happened.
      “He has escaped his schooling… for now.” More

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      Conor McGregor laughs off Floyd Mayweather’s fight with YouTuber Deji after holding talks over rematch with boxing icon

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      CONOR MCGREGOR could only laugh when he was asked to pick a winner of Floyd Mayweather’s upcoming exhibition bout with Deji.Boxing legend Mayweather, 45, returns to the ring on November 13 in a shock fight against Deji, 25, commonly known as KSI’s brother.
      Conor McGregor could only laugh when asked to pick a winner out of Floyd Mayweather and DejiCredit: Reuters
      Money recently boxed in his fourth exhibition bout since retiring from the professional game in 2017, where he beat McGregor in ten rounds in Las Vegas.
      He knocked out Japanese MMA star Mikuru Asakura, 30, in two rounds after receiving some punishment himself.
      Prior to that, Mayweather has had three exhibition bouts, not officially sanctioned or affecting his historic 50-0 record.
      SunSport first revealed talks for a blockbuster rematch with McGregor and how the rivals were negotiating the terms of a deal.
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      Mayweather has confirmed that talks are ongoing, however, he is now concentrating on Deji.
      But McGregor does not seem impressed by it in the slightest after he was asked to predict the outcome.
      A fan tweeted him to ask: “Floyd or Deji?”
      And he replied with a simple: “Hahaa”
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      Deji, 25, most recently beat American Fousey, 32, which followed on a run of THREE losses for the YouTube boxer.
      McGregor is currently overseas on the Caribbean island of Dominican Republic filming Jake Gyllenhaal’s remake of ‘Road House’.
      The former UFC double champion hasn’t fought since breaking his leg in the trilogy loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in 2021.
      UFC’s Pay-Per-View king McGregor suffered a broken tibia in his lower left leg and was taken out of T-Mobile Arena on a stretcher in a second-straight defeat to the American and had extensive surgery the next day.
      McGregor has constantly posted videos and sparring sessions of his leg kicking during his rehabilitation as he prepares for a 2023 return. More

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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn officially CANCELLED after failed drugs test as Eddie Hearn loses appeal

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      CONOR BENN’S fight with Chris Eubank Jr is definitely OFF after Eddie Hearn’s last-ditch bid to rescue it failed.Saturday’s showdown was thrown into doubt yesterday when Benn failed a drugs test.
      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will not go ahead this weekendCredit: Richard Pelham – The Sun
      Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn was desperate to get it back onCredit: Richard Pelham – The Sun
      The British Boxing Board of Control pulled the plug and refused to sanction the bout.
      However, both fighters were said to still be happy to lace up the gloves.
      The boxers’ promoters, including Eddie Hearn, worked desperately to get the catchweight 157lb fight back on – which was scheduled to be shown live on DAZN.
      But now the decision has been made that the fight is NOT going ahead after all – with SunSport understanding talks will be held to to get it rearranged.
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      Eubank tweeted: “Conor got caught using an illegal substance so the fight is off. Can’t believe it. I really apologise to the fans & everyone that bought tickets, traveled & booked hotels, this should not of happened. He has escaped his schooling… for now.”
      UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) Chief Executive, Jane Rumble said, “UKAD notes the reporting of a failed VADA test by the boxer Conor Benn with concern.
      “UKAD acts on all reports of doping and always encourages anyone with information on suspected doping activity to come forward and share that with us.”
      Hearn’s appeal did not reach the High Court, with an agreement made to cancel the fight before that and there simply not being enough time to find a solution.
      And the fighters would have been guaranteed their purses had the weigh-ins, due for Friday, been completed.

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      The O2 undercard has also been scrapped meaning the entire fight night is off – not just the main event.
      Matchroom issued the following statement: “After discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn.
      “It is undeniable that the British Boxing Board of Control’s decision to withdraw their sanctioning was procedurally flawed and without due process. That remains a legal issue between the promoters and the Board which we intend to pursue.
      “However, whilst there are legal routes to facilitate the fight taking place as planned, we do not believe that it is in the fighters’ interests for those to be pursued at such a late stage, or in the wider interests of the sport.
      “As promoters, we take our obligations and duties very seriously, and a full investigation will now need to take place. We will be making no further comment at this time and news for ticket holder refunds will follow.”
      Just two days before the weigh-in it emerged Benn had failed a pre-fight drug test, which SunSport understands was taken on September 23.
      He returned an adverse finding for clomifene, which is commonly used as medication to treat infertility in women who do not ovulate.
      But it can also increase testosterone levels in men, which is why it is on the World Anti-Doping Agency banned list.
      SunSport also understands there could be an issue with a second test VADA took as part of the WBC’s Clean Boxing Program — but promoters Matchroom refused to comment.
      Benn pleaded his innocence and was keen to get the bout back onCredit: PA
      Eubank Jr has had the multimillion-pound fight taken awayCredit: Alamy
      UK Anti-Doping Chief Executive Jane Rumble said today: “UKAD notes the reporting of a failed VADA test by the boxer Conor Benn with concern.
      “UKAD acts on all reports of doping and always encourages anyone with information on suspected doping activity to come forward and share that with us.”
      Benn, 26, broke his silence to protest his innocence on Wednesday.
      He said: “I’ve not committed any violations. I’ve not been suspended so as far as I’m concerned the fight is still going ahead.
      “I’ve spoken to Chris personally and we both want the fight to go ahead.
      “We’ve both taken medical and legal advice and as I said, we want the fight to go ahead for the fans.
      “I’ve signed up to every voluntary anti-doping testing there is under the sun.
      “Throughout my whole career I’m tested. All my UKAD tests have come back negative throughout my whole career.

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      “I’ve never had any issues before. Even in the lead up to this fight my test have come up negative.
      “So my team will find out as to why there’s been an initial adverse finding in my test.
      “But as I said, the fight is still going ahead. I’m a clean athlete and we’ll get to the bottom of this.”
      But Benn’s claims of a conversation with his rival were shot down by Eubank Jr himself.
      The 33-year-old Brighton fighter told Matchroom Boxing: “There was no phone call. We haven’t spoken since this was announced.
      “It’s a shame. But my promoters, his promoters, the boxing board of control, they’re going to sort it out.
      “I’m ready, I’m clean, I’m 60 per cent. I’ve been tested my entire career for the last ten years. I’ve been tested more than I’ve ever been tested for a fight during this training camp.
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      “I have an app on my phone where I have to designate where I’m going to be every single day and I’ve been on that app for my entire career and I will be on it for the rest of my career.
      “They can come and test me for blood and urine unannounced whenever they see fit and I’ve never failed a test. I’ve even been tested on holiday.
      “I don’t condone failed tests.”
      The catchweight clash was set to take place almost 30 years after their dads’ famous rematch, which ended in a draw.
      Eubank had won the brutal first bout three years prior.
      The next generation fight for their sons three decades on was due to bank the duo around £3.5million.
      Under-pressure Matchroom boss Hearn did all he could to get the show officiated at the O2 on Saturday night.
      What is clomifene?
      CLOMIFENE is a banned substance which is known to increase testosterone levels in men.
      It is usually prescribed to women to help with pregnancy if they are not ovulating properly.
      The anti-oestrogen medication comes in pill form and is also known as Clomid and Clomiphene.
      Studies have previously shown that when used in men, low doses can elevate serum testosterone levels.
      It works by stimulating the body’s own production of testosterone and is known to provide similar results to injection or pellet testosterone therapy.
      It can, and has, been misused by athletes in the past as it boosts performance and can counter the side effects of anabolic steroid use.
      Taking clomifene boosts androgen levels indirectly – these are the male hormones that play a big role in muscle mass and strength.
      What are the side effects?
      Most medications can cause side effects with one in ten people experiencing feeling flushed, sick and experiencing headaches.
      Other symptoms include breast discomfort, weight gain and abdominal or pelvic pain.

      Hearn met with the BBBofC on Thursday morning and threatened them with an injunction if they commit to their banning of the bout, under their banner.
      But then he spoke out to confirm the fight would only go ahead under the BBBoC jurisdiction amid rumours of other national boards possibly sanctioning the bout.
      He tweeted today: “Let’s see what today brings but to make one thing clear, I will not be promoting this fight with a foreign commission or alternative governing body on Saturday night.”
      And as the British authorities refused to budge, the fight could not go ahead, leaving the boxers, fans – who have just been denied a dream Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua clash – and broadcasters gutted.
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      DAZN suffered a huge financial hit when Canelo vs Gennady Golovkin bombed last month.
      And the sports streaming app, which has lost around £4billion since its inception and failure to land UK Premier League rights, will be hurt drastically if forced to refund all of the subscribers and pay-per-view buyers who wanted to see this Battle of Britain bout.
      Benn is the son of former British boxer NigelCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Chris Eubank already had concerns for his son before the news of the drugs testCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Dads Nigel and Chris Sr fought twice in the early 1990sCredit: Getty More

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      ‘I’ve been f***ed over’ – Daniel Dubois vs Lucas Browne OFF as BBBofC refuse to sanction world title fight

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      LUCAS BROWNE revealed the British Boxing Board of Control has refused to sanction his fight with Daniel Dubois. Dubois was looking to defend his secondary WBA heavyweight title against the Australian veteran.
      Lucas Browne revealed his fight with Daniel Dubois is not going ahead
      Daniel Dubois was in talks to fight Lucas BrowneCredit: @dynamite_daniel_dubois
      But due the 43-year-old’s age, it has not been approved by the board, causing a furious outburst from Browne.
      He said: “I’m currently holding an IBF and WBA regional title and a top 15 world ranking with the WBA, but apparently, I’m too old.
      “You finally get the greatest news ever that you can fight for a world title and some board, somewhere say, ‘Oh no, he’s 43, he’s too old. We’re not going to sanction it.’
      “How said is that? Wow. It’s not like I’ve been beat around my head my whole career, I’ve got three losses in total.
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      “How does this work? How exactly does this work where a body of people, who are obviously too old to fight themselves, just go, ‘Oh no, he’s too old. We’re not going to worry about it.’
      “I’m coming off two great knockout wins, with two belts and a world rating, how am I too old?
      “If I was too old I wouldn’t have any of that. If I’m coming off losses, totally understand.
      “How in any way whatsoever is that right and how can that be allowed to stand? I don’t understand.”
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      Browne beat rising contenders Faiga Opelu, 28, and Junior Fa, 32, in his last two fights.
      Two of his three losses came in Britain, against Dillian Whyte, 34, and Dave Allen, 30.
      Dubois, 24, meanwhile knocked out Trevor Bryan, 33, in June to win the trinket WBA title.
      And Browne slammed the decision to not let him challenge for the same belt he formerly held.
      He said: “Again the guy from Australia gets f***** over again. And that’s the problem with boxing. It’s money and politics.
      “If you don’t have the money and politics to back it up, you get f*****over and that’s been my entire career, unfortunately.
      “My entire career I have been f***** over by everyone in boxing.
      “Every country, no natter what it is, there’s always been something and there always will be something.”
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      Vid of Hearn slamming boxers being allowed to fight after failed drug tests goes viral as he tried to save Benn v Eubank

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      A VIDEO of Eddie Hearn criticising boxers failing drug tests and being allowed to fight has gone viral as the promoter attempted to rescue the bout between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank.The two Brit boxers were set for a huge showdown at the O2 on Saturday – before the fight was officially cancelled this afternoon.
      Eddie Hearn appeared to take a different stance on boxers and failed drug tests when this issue cropped up previouslyCredit: Twitter
      It was unclear if the match-up would go ahead after Benn failed a drug test.
      The 26-year-old tested positive for clomifene, which increases testosterone levels in men.
      The British Boxing Board of Control stepped in yesterday and ruled the scrap is “prohibited”, but Benn’s promoter Hearn had been attempting to revive the fight.
      A video went viral on social media showing Hearn hitting out at boxers who fail drug tests but continue to try and fight.
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      Referring to Billy Joe Saunders failing a drug test previously, Hearn says in an interview: “What is the point in signing up for drug testing if, when you fail, everyone goes ‘well don’t worry about it, just let him fight.’
      “You’ve signed drug testing with VADA (Voluntary Anti-Doping Association), the best testing agency, in my opinion, in the sport.”
      Tweeters were unsympathetic to Hearn’s comments potentially coming back to bite him.
      One said: “The man talks too much. This was always going to happen to him at some stage.
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      Another said: “Could make a Netflix show about Eddie contradicting himself, depending on if its his fighter or not.”
      Since the news broke yesterday, the promoter had been frantically trying to revive the fight before today’s confirmation that it was off.
      It appeared that at one stage Hearn was considering three foreign licenses to get the show officiated at the O2.
      But earlier today the Matchroom boss tweeted: “Let’s see what today brings but to make one thing clear, I will not be promoting this fight with a foreign commission or alternative governing body on Saturday night.”
      Hearn then abandoned his rescue bid earlier this afternoon. More

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      Johnny Nelson fears for Chris Eubank Jr’s life and says fight against Conor Benn CANNOT go ahead after failed drugs test

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      JOHNNY NELSON admitted fear for Chris Eubank Jr’s life and said his fight with Conor Benn CANNOT go ahead after failing a drugs test. Benn tested positive for a testosterone booster, which led to the British Boxing Board of Control refusing to license the bout.
      Johnny Nelson called for Chris Eubank Jr’s fight with Conor Benn to be cancelled
      But there were fears organisers could turn to a different body to sanction and revive the fight.
      Benn did past all UK Anti Doping tests, which the BBBoC are governed by, meaning he does not face a suspension.
      It was in Voluntary Anti-Doping Association tests that he returned an adverse finding for clomifene, which is commonly used as medication to treat infertility in women who do not ovulate.
      Former world champion Nelson questioned why the fight promoters are willing to ignore VADA’s test and the BBBoC’s decision.
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      He told talkSPORT: “I’m an ex-fighter, you ask me my opinion and it’s this: What is the point in having a drug test if you’re going to ignore the results?
      “Boxing is the only place you can legally get killed. People are paying to watch this fight, it’s one man hitting another.
      “Especially in this situation where a guy is coming down in weight, father is saying ‘don’t do it’, he’s saying he can do it.
      “A fighter is coming up in weight. You’ve seen a drug that will help mask other drugs. That’s what that drug does as well.
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      “The BBBoC cannot U-turn because it will undermine them and it will set a precedent for this happening again.”
      He continued: “But the worst case scenario, and you’re not saying it will happen, you’re saying it can happen. It’s somebody’s life at stake.
      “And therefore, say for instance, Conor really hurts Chris. Does he then legally get done for assault?
      “If he killed him, he’d get done for murder. There’s a case, there’s an argument there.
      “Because a drug has been found in his system. I love both of these guys, but something is not right.”
      Hearn met with the BBBofC on Thursday morning and has threatened them with an injunction if they commit to their banning of the bout, under their banner.
      And in an update, he tweeted: “Let’s see what today brings but to make one thing clear, I will not be promoting this fight with a foreign commission or alternative governing body on Saturday night.”
      Conor Benn failed a VADA test
      Chris Eubank Jr is still ready to fight Conor BennCredit: Alamy More

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      TV chiefs wanted Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr fight to go ahead in shock U-turn despite failed drugs test

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      PROMOTER Eddie Hearn desperately tried to bundle Chris Eubank Jr versus Conor Benn over the line before it was eventually cancelled. The British Boxing Board of Control have refused to sanction the fight after 26-year-old Benn failed a drugs test for a testosterone booster.
      Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn’s fight has finally been called offCredit: Getty
      Eddie Hearn was desperate to get the bout back on but failedCredit: PA
      Under-pressure Matchroom boss Hearn did all he could to get the show officiated at the O2 on Saturday night.
      There were claims a foreign board could take over after Malta sanctioned the Dillian Whyte vs Alexander Povetikin, while David Haye’s 2012 win over Derek Chisora was given the green light by the board in Luxembourg.
      But Hearn spoke out to say the fight would only go ahead under the BBBoC jurisdiction.
      He tweeted today: “Let’s see what today brings but to make one thing clear, I will not be promoting this fight with a foreign commission or alternative governing body on Saturday night.”

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      And Hearn has now accepted defeat in his appeal with the fight definitely off.
      Talks are now underway to work out a rearranged date.
      The fight’s broadcasters, DAZN, suffered a huge financial hit when Canelo vs Gennady Golovkin bombed last month.
      And the sports streaming app, which has lost around £4billion since its inception and failure to land UK Premier League rights, will be hurt drastically if forced to refund all of the subscribers and pay-per-view buyers who wanted to see this catchweight bout, before it was tainted.
      Hearn met with the BBBofC on Thursday morning and threatened them with an injunction if they commit to their banning of the bout, under their banner.
      Should they have been invited, rival commissions would have jumped at the chance to get recognition and a hefty sanctioning fee by granting the fight under a cloud.
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      Just two days before the weigh-in it emerged Benn had failed a pre-fight drug test, which SunSport understands was taken on September 23.
      He returned an adverse finding for clomifene, which is commonly used as medication to treat infertility in women who do not ovulate.
      But it can also increase testosterone levels in men, which is why it is on the World Anti-Doping Agency banned list.
      SunSport also understands there could be an issue with a second test VADA took as part of the WBC’s Clean Boxing Program — but promoters Matchroom refused to comment.
      Benn broke his silence to protest his innocence on Wednesday.
      He said: “I’ve not committed any violations. I’ve not been suspended so as far as I’m concerned the fight is still going ahead.

      “I’ve spoken to Chris personally and we both want the fight to go ahead.
      “We’ve both taken medical and legal advice and as I said, we want the fight to go ahead for the fans.
      “I’ve signed up to every voluntary anti-doping testing there is under the sun.
      “Throughout my whole career I’m tested. All my UKAD tests have come back negative throughout my whole career.
      “I’ve never had any issues before. Even in the lead up to this fight my test have come up negative.
      “So my team will find out as to why there’s been an initial adverse finding in my test.
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      “But as I said, the fight is still going ahead. I’m a clean athlete and we’ll get to the bottom of this.”
      But Benn’s claims of a conversation with his rival were shot down by Eubank Jr himself.
      The 33-year-old Brighton fighter told Matchroom Boxing: “There was no phone call. We haven’t spoken since this was announced.
      “It’s a shame. But my promoters, his promoters, the boxing board of control, they’re going to sort it out.
      “I’m ready, I’m clean, I’m 60 per cent. I’ve been tested my entire career for the last ten years. I’ve been tested more than I’ve ever been tested for a fight during this training camp.
      I don’t condone failed testsChris Eubank Jr
      “I have an app on my phone where I have to designate where I’m going to be every single day and I’ve been on that app for my entire career and I will be on it for the rest of my career.
      “They can come and test me for blood and urine unannounced whenever they see fit and I’ve never failed a test. I’ve even been tested on holiday.
      “I don’t condone failed tests.”
      The catchweight clash of 157lb was set to take place almost 30 years after their dads’ famous rematch, which ended in a draw.
      WHAT IS CLOMIFENE?
      CLOMIFENE is a banned substance which is known to increase testosterone levels in men.
      It is usually prescribed to women to help with pregnancy if they are not ovulating properly.
      The anti-oestrogen medication comes in pill form and is also known as Clomid and Clomiphene.
      Studies have previously shown that when used in men, low doses can elevate serum testosterone levels.
      It works by stimulating the body’s own production of testosterone and is known to provide similar results to injection or pellet testosterone therapy.
      It can, and has, been misused by athletes in the past as it boosts performance and can counter the side effects of anabolic steroid use.
      Taking clomifene boosts androgen levels indirectly – these are the male hormones that play a big role in muscle mass and strength.
      What are the side effects?
      Most medications can cause side effects with one in ten people experiencing feeling flushed, sick and experiencing headaches.
      Other symptoms include breast discomfort, weight gain and abdominal or pelvic pain.

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      Eubank had won the brutal original bout three years prior.
      The next generation fight for their sons three decades later was due to bank the duo around £3.5million.
      Benn’s team wanted an injunction to permit the fight to go aheadCredit: PA
      Eubank was still happy to scrap despite his rival’s controversyCredit: Alamy
      Dads Nigel and Chris Sr fought twice in the early 1990sCredit: Getty More

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      Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr LIVE UPDATES: Hearn vows fight ON despite drugs test as Luxembourg could SANCTION fight

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      BOXERS Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are adamant their fight is still on for Saturday night.This is despite the British Boxing board of Control ‘prohibiting’ the fight after Benn’s ‘adverse’ drugs test.
      Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn revealed that he is challenging the decision plus the Luxembourg Boxing Federation could step in and sanction the fight.
      Both fighters still went out for their public work-outs following the news and believe the fight will go ahead as they prepare for a press conference later today.
      We’ll be bringing you all of the latest updates as they unfold here.

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      Weight for it
      According to reports, Chris Eubank Jr’s weight could be revised.
      He is at a career weight low for the bout with his father stressing it is unsafe.
      Perhaps their will be a compromise for his safety and for the Conor Benn’s positive test.

      “Very much on”
      The bout between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn is still “very much on” claim the Daily Mail.
      Despite the 26-year-old testing positive for a fertility drug both parties seem to want the fight to go ahead.
      Apparently the O2 Arena has been told to expect the fight to still be on.
      Press Conference delayed
      Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn’s press conference was scheduled for 1pm.
      However it has been pushed back until 4pm.
      It means the pair are still set to meet today.
      The Statement
      A reminder of what was said in the statement released by the the British Boxing Board of Control.
      It read: “On the evening of 4th October 2022, the Board of the British Boxing Board of Control Limited resolved that the contest between Chris Eubank Jnr. and Conor Benn scheduled to take place on 8th October 2022 is prohibited as it is not in the interests of Boxing.
      “That was communicated to the Boxers and Promoters involved on the morning of 5th October 2022.”
      Paul wants Fury bout – Exclusive
      Away from the Benn-Eubank Jr fight, Jake Paul has confirmed he is ready to fight Tommy Fury next and in the UK – but warned it is his rival’s third and final chance.
      The celebrity boxers have TWICE signed for a grudge match but both times Fury was withdrawn.
      An injured rib last December and US visa issues this August saw the 2019 Love Islander pulled out of the pay-per-view paydays.
      Paul told SunSport: “This is his last chance, last chance for Tommy.
      “And I’m still not sure if we’ll really run that, it’s just an idea, our teams are talking. But there might be bigger fights. 
      “When I beat Anderson Silva, a lot more people are going to want to fight me, so there might be bigger names out there and more interesting opportunities. 
      “It could happen and if it does I’m happy to come to the UK.”

      Hearn labelled hypocrite
      Conor Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn has been labelled a hypocrite by fans regarding his stance after the positive drugs test.
      Hearn is looking for ways to get the fight on but a video has emerged of him talking about when Billy Joe Saunders pulled out of his fight with Demetrius Andrade in 2018.
      In the clip he says to ignore a drugs test results would be a “mockery”.
      “What is the point in signing up for drug testing if, when you fail, everyone just goes, ‘Oh don’t worry about, just let him fight’, you know?”
      “The argument of ‘well it’s alright with UKAD’ is totally irrelevant, you’ve signed for drug testing with VADA – the best testing agency, in my opinion, in the sport.
      “I really I wanted this fight to happen, but he failed a VADA test. You can’t ignore it, otherwise the sport’s a mockery.”
      Luxembourg key?
      With the British Boxing Board of Control prohibiting the fight, both will now look for loopholes in the rules to get the fight to still go ahead.
      Looking at what David Haye and Derek Chisora did back in 2012, they had their fight licensed by the the Luxembourg Boxing Federation.
      Neither of those fighters held a British boxing license at the time but European federations can still give fights the green light if they choose to.
      Could we see Benn and Eubank head to Europe for a license but still fight in the UK?
      The Test – explained
      Is the fight on or off? At this point there is no confirmation either way.
      Their is confusion because Benn was positive on a test from VADA.
      But the British Boxing Board of Control is governed by UKAD.
      According to Hearn, Benn has tested negative when examined by UKAD that included a test after the positive one held by VADA.
      Press Conference on
      Promoters Eddie Hearn and Kalle Sauerland seem to still want the fight to go ahead with Hearn saying the matter is with the lawyers for both parties.
      The press conference with Eubank and Benn is scheduled for 1pm today and is set to go ahead.
      Reports suggest both fighters and their teams have been aware of Benn’s positive drugs test since 23 September.
      Fight On?
      According to the Daily Mail, the fight between Conor Been and Chris Eubank Jr may still go ahead.
      The pair are set to meet in a press conference later today with both parties still preparing to get in the ring on Saturday night.
      This comes despite the British Boxing Board of Control prohibiting the bout.
      Benn latest
      After Conor Benn tested positive for performance enhancing drugs the boxing board want the fight off.
      However, his promoter Eddie Hearn is battling for the fight to go on.
      We will have all the latest on the bout coming your way through the day.
      Liam Williams steps up
      Liam Williams, who Chris Eubank Jr defeated in February, has offered up his services for Saturday night’s main event.
      Williams tweeted: “If @ChrisEubankJr needs someone to fight I’ll happily get it done again. Home from holidays Friday morning ready to make weight and go Saturday.”

      Frank Warren speaks
      Rival promoter Frank Warren has spoken about the Benn vs Eubank Jr fight latest.

      Eubank Jr continues
      Chris Eubank Jr spoke about the drugs testing requirements: “I have an app on my phone where I have to designate where I’m going to be every single day and I’ve been on that app for my entire career and I will be on it for the rest of my career.
      “They can come and test me for blood and urine unannounced whenever they see fit and I’ve never failed a test. I’ve even been tested on holiday.
      “I don’t condone failed tests.”
      Eubank Jr on the pads
      After Conor Benn’s public work-out, Chris Eubank Jr then took to the ring afterwards all as scheduled.
      Eubank Jr said: “It’s a shame, but the promoters, the board, they’re going to sort it out. I’m ready, I’m clean, I’m 60%…
      “Of course there’s concerns, but I’ve cut the weight, I’m ready to go.”

      What Conor Benn said
      Conor Benn broke his silence before the public work-outs today, which went ahead as planned.
      Benn said: “I’ve not committed any violations, I’ve not been suspended, so as far as I’m concerned the fight’s still going ahead.
      “I’ve spoken to Chris Eubank Jr personally and we both want to go ahead.”
      Eubank Jr latest
      Chris Eubank Jr said at his public work-out today that he still wants the fight to go ahead on Saturday night.
      Eubank Jr said: “It’s a shame, but the promoters, the board, they’re going to sort it out. I’m ready, I’m clean, I’m 60%…
      “Of course there’s concerns, but I’ve cut the weight, I’m ready to go.”
      Eubank Jr denies Benn phone call
      Chris Eubank Jr has denied Conor Benn’s claim that the pair spoke on the phone after the revelation of Benn’s positive drugs test.
      Eubank Jr said: “There was no phone call. We haven’t spoken since this was announced.”
      More from Eubank Jr
      Eubank Jr said on the drugs testing requirements: “I have an app on my phone where I have to designate where I’m going to be every single day and I’ve been on that app for my entire career and I will be on it for the rest of my career.
      “They can come and test me for blood and urine unannounced whenever they see fit and I’ve never failed a test. I’ve even been tested on holiday.
      “I don’t condone failed tests.”
      Eubank Jr on the pads
      Chris Eubank Jr is on the pads during his public work-out right now.
      He says he still wants this fight to go ahead.

      Eubank Jr public work-out
      Eubank Jr says the board and promoters are “going to sort it out” and he’s “ready to go”.

      More from Eubank Jr
      Eubank Jr is HERE at his public work-out as scheduled.
      And he says he is ready and still wants the fight on.
      Even got his 60% Baby T-shirt on.

      Jake Paul makes Eubank Jr offer
      Jake Paul has offered Chris Eubank Jr some ringside seats for his boxing return and a potential fight themselves one day.
      Paul has offered some front row seats for his Anderson Silva fight on October 29…

      Chris Eubank Jr breaks silence
      Chris Eubank Jr has now arrived for his public workout and broken his silence too.
      Eubank Jr said: “It’s a shame, but the promoters, the board, they’re going to sort it out. I’m ready, I’m clean, I’m 60%… Of course there’s concerns, but I’ve cut the weight, I’m ready to go.”
      This is developing at pace.
      More from Conor Benn
      Conor Benn’s public workout went ahead as scheduled as they fight to keep the bout on.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn is currently challenging the decision from the British Boxing Board of Control to “prohibit” the bout after a previous “adverse” drugs test from Benn.

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