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      What to know about boxer Conor Benn and his boxing record

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      NOT only is Conor Benn the son of legendary fighter Nigel Benn, he’s also an undefeated former WBA Continental welterweight champion.Although currently serving a doping ban, Conor hit the headlines in October 2024 for squaring up with the son of another pugilistic great — his fierce rival Chris Eubank Jr.Conor Benn is a former WBA Continental welterweight championCredit: GettyHe is also the son of former two-weight world champ Nigel BennCredit: PAWho is Conor Benn?Born on September 28, 1996, in Greenwich, London, Conor Benn — nicknamed “The Destroyer” — is the son of former two-weight world champion Nigel Benn. Despite growing up in a life of privilege, Conor chose to pursue boxing the hard way.Instead of relying on his family’s wealth and connections, he built his career from the ground up.Early life and careerHe was raised in a luxury mansion in Majorca, Spain — but later moved to Australia with his family.read more on conor bennIt was in Australia that Benn first picked up boxing gloves, initially just for fun.His amateur career in Sydney saw him win 20 out of 22 bouts. When Benn decided to pursue boxing professionally, he moved back to England at the age of 19, leaving behind the comfortable life he knew in Australia.Since making his debut on April 9, 2016, he has refined his skills and steadily climbed the ranks in the welterweight division.Most read in BoxingCancelled fight with Chris Eubank JrOne of the most anticipated fights in Benn’s career was scheduled for October 2022 against Eubank Jr.The bout was set to continue the rivalry between their fathers, who had legendary fights in the 1990s.Conor Benn launches X-rated blast at bitter rival Chris Eubank JrHowever, the fight was cancelled due to doping allegations against Benn.Doping banIn the lead-up to the fight with Eubank Jr, it was revealed that Benn had tested positive for a banned substance.This led to the cancellation of the fight and a subsequent investigation by the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC).Benn has consistently denied any intentional wrongdoing regarding the doping allegations.He released a statement saying: “I am still completely shocked and in disbelief by this and will be working with my team and my lawyers to understand what has happened and I will be commenting further when I can.”Boxing record and opponentsConor Benn has an impressive professional record of 23 wins and 0 losses, with 14 of those victories coming by way of knockout — meaning he’s won 61% of his fights by KO.Benn and Eubank Jr were scheduled to fight in October 2022, but was cancelled due to doping allegations against The DestroyerCredit: GettyBenn’s professional fights:Peter Dobson (February 3, 2024, Las Vegas) – UD, 12 roundsChris van Heerden (April 15, 2022, Manchester) – TKO, Round 2Chris Algieri (December 10, 2021, Liverpool) – KO, Round 4Adrian Granados (September 3, 2021, Leeds) – UD, 10 roundsSamuel Vargas (April 9, 2021, London) – TKO, Round 1Sebastian Formella (November 20, 2020, London) – UD, 10 roundsSteve Jamoye (October 25, 2019, London) – TKO, Round 4Jussi Koivula (June 21, 2019, London) – TKO, Round 2Josef Zhradnik (April 20, 2019, London) – SD, 8 roundsCedrick Peynaud (July 27, 2018, London) – UD, 10 roundsChris Truman (April 20, 2018, Liverpool) – TKO, Round 4Cedrick Peynaud (December 12, 2017, London) – UD, 6 roundsBrandon Sanudo (November 11, 2017, Uniondale) – KO, Round 2Kane Baker (September 1, 2017, London) – TKO, Round 2Ross Jameson (September 24, 2016, Manchester) – PTS, 6 roundsLukas Radic (September 10, 2016, London) – TKO, Round 1Luke Keleher (June 25, 2016, London) – PTSIvailo Boyanov (April 9, 2016, London) – TKO, Round 1Steven Backhouse (December 10, 2016, Manchester) – KO, Round 1Mike Cole (March 25, 2017, Manchester) – TKO, Round 3Csaba Kovacs (April 15, 2017, Manchester) – TKO, Round 2Danny Little (June 23, 2017, Newcastle) – PTSNathan Clarke (October 7, 2017, Manchester) – TKO, Round 1Benn and Eubank Jr had a heated exchange in RiyahdCredit: X@CHRISEUBANKJRSquaring Up with Chris Eubank JrThe rivalry between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr has continued to simmer despite their cancelled fight.Benn had to be separated from Brit rival Chris Eubank Jr after him during an impromptu face-off.Eubank Jr was in the final stages of cutting weight for his Saudi showdown with Kamil Szeremeta on Saturday, October 12, 2024, night when he was accosted by Benn in the fighter hotel.Ben started the trouble by shouting: “Oi, Chris. Don’t f**k up the bag, son. Don’t f**k up the bag.”After Eubank Jr said he “liked” the energy he was showing, Benn said: “You like what? You’re lucky you’re fighting tomorrow [or] I’d f**k you up right now.”A visibly drained Eubank Jr smiled before saying: “You see this guy comes in when I’m cutting weight.””Cutting weight?” Benn fiercly replied. “I’ll see you tomorrow after the fight, I’m going to get into that ring and f***ing give it to you.”You’re f***ing lucky you’re fighting tomorrow. You’re lucky mate.”READ MORE SUN STORIESEubank continued to grin like a Cheshire cat before saying: “I like this energy. You’re a kid. Watch what happens. You’re a p***k.”That proved to be the final straw for Benn, who shoved the former IBO super-middleweight champion before security separated them. More

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      Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol fight timings and schedule for huge Riyadh season show

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      BOXING doesn’t get much bigger this weekend as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol prepare to square off in a much-anticipated undisputed clash. Beterbiev, the WBA, IBF and WBO champion, is undefeated, winning every single one of his 20 fights by knockout. Dmitry Bivol is looking to add the WBC, WBO and IBF belts to his collectionCredit: GettyArtur Beterbiev needs the WBA title to become undisputed light-heavyweight champCredit: GettyBivol, the WBA titleholder, is also unbeaten with a record of 23-0. One man’s unblemished record has to go. Elsewhere on the card, Chris Eubank Jr takes on Kamil Szeremeta while Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke clash in a big heavyweight rematch. Skye Nicolson is in world title action against Raven Chapman in another Matchroom vs Queensberry fight. And Ben Whittaker also returns to the big stages as he faces Liam Cameron. It’s set to be a long night of action, but SunSport have you covered with all the details on how to watch each fight and at what time. Fight night schedule and timings*Timings are approximate and subject to change, depending on the length of each fight. How to watch DAZN PPV, Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office will all broadcast Beterbiev vs Bivol.TNT Sports and DAZN have both priced the event at £19.99, while you can purchase the fight on Sky Sports for the slightly cheaper price of £19.95.You can live stream the huge bill on either the DAZN app, discovery+ or Sky Sports Box Office app, depending on which PPV you purchase.Alternatively, you can follow all the action via SunSport’s LIVE BLOG.Most read in Boxing More

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      Watch moment Conor Benn SHOVES Chris Eubank Jr and calls him ‘dead boy walking’ before boxing rivals are separated

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      CONOR BENN had to be separated from Brit rival Chris Eubank Jr after SHOVING him during an impromptu face-off.Eubank Jr was in the final stages of cutting weight for his Saudi showdown with Kamil Szeremeta on Saturday night when he was accosted by Benn in the fighter hotel.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn were due to fight two years agoCredit: GETTYTensions were high when the pair ran into one another in Saudi Arabia on FridayCredit: X@CHRISEUBANKJRBenn shoved a weight-depleted Eubank Jr before security separated themCredit: X@CHRISEUBANKJRBenn, the son of British boxing great Nigel Benn, instigated the face-off by shouting: “Oi, Chris. Don’t f**k up the bag, son. Don’t f**k up the bag.”After Eubank Jr – the son of Chris Eubank – said he “liked” the energy he was showing, Benn said: “You like what?”You’re lucky you’re fighting tomorrow [or] I’d f**k you up right now.”A visibly drained Eubank Jr smiled before saying: “You see this guy comes in when I’m cutting weight.”READ MORE BOXING NEWS”Cutting weight?” Benn fiercly replied. “I’ll see you tomorrow after the fight, I’m going to get into that ring and f***ing give it to you.”You’re f***ing lucky you’re fighting tomorrow. You’re lucky mate.”Eubank continued to grin like a Cheshire cat before saying: “I like this energy. You’re a kid. Watch what happens. You’re a p***k.”That proved to be the final straw for Benn, who shoved the former IBO super-middleweight champion before security separated them.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA pair of failed drug tests for Conor Benn scrapped his grudge match with Chris Eubank JrCredit: RICHARD PELHAM THE SUNA fired-up Benn didn’t stop there, raging: “Watch what happens? Dead boy walking, yeah. “Dead boy walking, yeah.Watch Conor Benn ring out PINTS of sweat from T-shirt after going for pre-fight run ahead of Rodolfo Orozco bout “You’re lucky you’re fighting tomorrow and I need you to win. “I’m going to give you a good a*** beating in front of 60,000.”That’s what is going to happen. I’ll be here tomorrow. “I’ll see you tomorrow night then you arrogant p***k.”Eubank Jr posted footage of the incident on his Instagram and X pages, writing: “This little weasel @ConorNigel waited to the day I’m starving & dehydrating myself making weight, to grow some balls & pull up on me.”Benn responded by quote tweeting the post and said: “Don’t lose to this nugget on Saturday satsuma head.Conor Benn is still ineligible to compete in the United KingdomCredit: REUTERSThe 28-year-old has fought twice in America during his period of ineligibilityCredit: GETTY”And I suggest you scrub your teeth because your breath smelt like a mountain of sh*t. 3 rounds I’m flattening you!!”Benn and Eubank Jr were supposed to trade heavy leather in October 2022 but a pair of failed drug tests for the latter scuppered the family grudge match.Benn tested positive for the banned substance clomiphene, which he claimed entered his system due to his mass consumption of eggs.UK Anti-Doping initially cleared the 28-year-old of intentionally taking the SERM, which can elevate testosterone levels in men.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut his provisional suspension was reinstated in May after UKAD and the British Boxing Board of Control appealed the National Anti-Doping Panel’s initial judgement on the case.Benn has twice fought in America during his period of ineligibility in the UK, which promoter Eddie Hearn expects an outcome on next month. More

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      Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol FULL undercard: Who is fighting on huge Saudi Arabia bill?

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      DMITRY BIVOL and Artur Beterbiev are set to face off in a mouthwatering title fight on SATURDAY NIGHT – and the undercard is promising to be one of the best of the year.Beterbiev retained his IBF, WBC and WBO titles earlier this year after punching his way to a TKO victory against Callum Smith.Artur Beterbiev is headlining the show against Dmitry BivolCredit: ReutersWhile Bivol recently dismantled Malik Zinad to hold on to his IBO championshipNow, both heavy hitters will slug it out for the chance to claim all four belts.But there are several thrilling fights taking place on the undercard before the main event.And one is the son of a certain boxing legend who goes by the name of Chris Eubank Snr.Read more on Beterbiev v BivolWho is on the Bivol vs Beterbiev undercard?Chris Eubank Jr makes his highly-anticipated return to the ring to take on Kamil Szeremeta.Chris Eubank Jr is on the huge undercardCredit: GettyFabio Wardley is in British heavyweight action against Frazer Clarke for their highly-anticipated rematch – their previous meeting was among the best fights of the year.Brit Jack Massey takes on cruiserweight king Jai Opetaia and fans’ favourite Ben Whittaker is also back in action.Skye Nicolson puts her WBC Women’s Featherweight title up for grabs with Raven Chapman as the challenger.Most read in BoxingThe show will start at 5pm BST with the first fight set to start at 5.30pm – the main event is expected between 11pm and 11.30pm.Here is the FULL undercard below:How can I watch the undercard?The FULL undercard will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN PPV, TNT Sports and Sky Sports.All three will offer the action as a pay-per-view event – both DAZN and TNT have priced it at £19.99, while Sky have set a slightly cheaper price tag of £19.95.The action will also be available to stream on their apps.In the US, ESPN+ is hosting the action, with the undercard costing $14.99 but the main event free.Alternatively, SunSport will be LIVE BLOGGING all the action from Riyadh as it happens.What has been said?Light-heavyweight legend Roy Jones Jr belives that Dmitry Bivol is going to come out on top in the main event.The former champion said: “No, it’s not a 50/50 fight.READ MORE SUN STORIES”One, Beterbiev is 39 years old, Beterbiev has been down, Bivol has never been down. So, it’s not a 50/50.”Beterbiev has got everything to show me to bring it back to a 50/50 fight. Right now, Bivol has the advantage 60/40.” More

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      Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol: UK start time, ring walk, live stream, TV channel & undercard for huge undisputed clash

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      ARTUR BETERBIEV and Dmitry Bivol will finally clash on Saturday night for the undisputed light-heavyweight titles.The pair were supposed to meet earlier this year, but an injury to Beterbiev put the fight on ice.Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol will clash this weekend in SaudiCredit: GettyDmitry Bivol beat Lyndon Arthur back in DecemberCredit: ReutersArtur Beterbiev had the toughest fight of his career against Anthony Yarde but wonCredit: GettyBeterbiev holds the WBC, IBF and WBO titles at 175lbs, beating the likes of Brit stars Anthony Yarde and Callum Smith on the way.Bivol is the WBA titleholder and is best known for handing Canelo Alvarez the second loss of his career two years ago. Bivol overcame replacement opponent Malik Zinad on June 1, knocking him out in the sixth round to set up a rescheduled bout with Beterbiev.The winner will be defined as the best 175lb fighter of a generation, so there’s plenty more than belts on the line in Riyadh. When is Beterbiev vs Bivol?Beterbiev’s massive clash with Dmitry Bivol will take place on Saturday, October 12.The fight will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ring-walks for the main event can be expected at around 11.30pm UK time.What channel is it and can it be live streamed?DAZN PPV, Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office will all broadcast Beterbiev vs Bivol.TNT Sports and DAZN have both priced the event at £19.99, while you can purchase the fight on Sky Sports for the slightly cheaper price of £19.95.You can live stream the huge bill on either the DAZN app, discovery+ or Sky Sports Box Office app, depending on which PPV you purchase.Alternatively, you can follow all the action via SunSport’s LIVE BLOG.Full cardWhat has been said?Beterbiev told SunSport: “I take their souls? Ha ha ha. I don’t know.Most read in Boxing”I think they know better so we need to listen to them.”They have felt it, so they know. I just do my work, I just follow my instructions.”I am not a monster. My name is just Artur.”Bivol said: “It’s like I did everything right in my life. Because this is my goal. “This is my dream and the dream could come true. Of course it will show me that I was doing right.”The main thing is that I realise my potential. I have a plan, I want to reach this goal and all of it – that people will recognise me, people will remember me, I will get some belts, it’s just a bonus.”This is the two best light-heavyweight fighters in the world. It’s the undisputed fight and it’s two different boxing styles, two guys that don’t know what a loss is.”This fight would be on my wishlist to watch. All undisputed fights I want to watch, because it’s what makes history. We have a lot of world championship fights, but undisputed fights we could count on our two hands.” More

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      Mike Tyson, 58, reveals what caused health scare that axed Jake Paul fight amid fresh fears

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      MIKE TYSON has revealed what caused the health scare that prompted the rescheduling of his clash with Jake Paul.The pair’s controversial Texas tussle was initially set to take place in July but was rescheduled for November 15 after he suffered a medical emergency onboard a flight from Miami to Los Angeles.Mike Tyson’s clash with Jake Paul was postponed to November 15 after he suffered a medical emergency on board a flightCredit: APDebilitating stomach ulcers hit the boxing legend for sixCredit: GETTYTyson has revealed a poor diet was the cause of the ulcer flareCredit: EPATyson, 58, was forced to postpone the bout due to severe stomach ulcers, which he claims were the result of a poor diet.The former undisputed heavyweight champion told the Daily Mail: “I was doing too much bad food and stuff, and I got sick.”Iron Mike insists he’s now “ulcer-free”, although he sparked fresh fears for his safety last month.When asked how his training camp is going, he told USA Today: “It’s hard to walk right now.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”But two months from now I’m going to be perfect. The fight is won in the gym.”Listen, I’ll do anything that will help me.”I’m going to enjoy my time here tonight with all my childhood friends, and the hell with Jake Paul.”Boxing fans around the world are wondering why the near-pensioner-aged Tyson has agreed to trade heavy leather with Paul.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd the Hall of Famer has admitted the fight has nothing to do with adding to his already cemented legacy.He said: “I didn’t take this fight for legacy. I think legacy really, to my perspective, legacy is ego.Watch Mike Tyson, 58, PUNCH Jake Paul before YouTuber, 27, pushes him away in face-off ahead of boxing fight”Who gives a f*** how people think about them when they are gone? I’m dead.”I can’t value off what somebody might think about me when I’m dead, so it means nothing to me.”The New Yorker, however, is also adamant the massive payday he’ll receive for the Dallas dust-up didn’t played a role in his decision to take the bout.“I’m a glory junkie,” he admitted in an interview with Esquire. “I love people thinking about me all day.”I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity. It’s just who I am.“This is all I started fighting for—to get all this f***ing status.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m going to be chasing it for the rest of my life. I know that.”I’m never going to get what I want, because I’m one of those gluttons for pain. I can never get enough.” More

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      Is there a rematch clause in Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke?

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      FABIO WARDLEY and Frazer Clarke meet again hoping to draw a line under their rivalry.The heavyweight bangers met in a fight of the year contender at the O2 Arena in March and go head-to-head again on the epic undercard of the Dimitry Bivol vs Artur Beterbiev fight.Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke meet again in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyThe first fight was an epic that ended in a drawCredit: GettyThe British heavyweight title is on the line once again after the previous contest was ruled a draw.Wardley still carries a huge scar on his nose from the punishment he received from their first war, while Clarke was put down and saved by the bell in round 5.Wardley, the defending champ, is promising to continue the slugfest that gripped boxing – but Clarke has said he won’t be making the same mistakes again.The fight is a massive one for both parties, but will there be a third fight?Is there a rematch clause in Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke?It does NOT appear that a rematch clause has been written into the contract for Wardley vs Clarke 2 – although here has been no public confirmation.There was no rematch clause in the first fight either, but after the controversial draw it took little time for the pair to agree to terms.Despite the lack of a rematch clause in this fight, Frazer Clarke thinks there could be a trilogy fight – and he wants it at Wembley Stadium.Clarke told the Metro: “I think we could see a trilogy.Most read in Boxing”I don’t know what it is about Fabio, but we gel very well. I will win and settle the score. “But as long as people want to see you fight someone, there is always an opportunity to do it again.”I’m hoping to put him to bed, but never say never. There is something about this rivalry, people are excited about it. “So this may not be in the end. We could eventually fight each other again for a world title back home.”I was sat ringside at Wembley a few weeks ago and I just thought, ‘I should be co-main event here’. “The atmosphere was something we have never seen before. If there was a ‘Big Fraze’ ring walk there as well it would have been electric. “I would have felt like a monster.”Frazer Clarke wants a trilogy fight at Wembley StadiumCredit: GettyFrank Warren believes a win for his fighter, Wardley, will put him into contention for “If Fabio wins, he will go into the mix for the next level,” he told Sky Sports.”He will be looking at fights next year against the likes of [Zhilei] Zhang, [Joseph] Parker and those guys. “Maybe fight for a vacant title, maybe be in a mandatory.”Wardley himself hasn’t spoken about the future but is expecting more of the same in fight two: “Just carry it on, carry it on.”High guard, walk forward, smash him up. I got a lot of success in the first fight, loads of success.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve watched the fight back so many times and there were so many moments in that fight where I rocked him, had him hurt, had him going and I just followed it up wrong, that’s all.”Don’t get me wrong, I got caught with a few lazy things, got hit in the face – but it’s boxing, we’re not playing badminton.” More

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      Artur Beterbiev ‘eats the souls’ of his boxing rivals but gives up food THREE DAYS before fights

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      ARTUR BETERBIEV eats the souls of his poor opponents but insists he is not a monster.The 39-year-old Russian light-heavyweight has an outrageously vicious 100 per cent knockout record from his 20 perfect wins.Artur Beterbiev is the most destructive force in all of boxingCredit: GETTYThe Chechen clubber has knocked out all 20 of his professional opponentsCredit: GETTYBeterbiev is a soft-spoken and devout Muslim who doesn’t trash talk his opponentsCredit: GETTYBut he prepares himself for war by going without food for three daysCredit: REXAnd the WBC, IBF and WBO king is hungry for the scalp of WBA boss and compatriot Dmitry Bivol on Saturday night to crown an undisputed emperor.A decade on the Russian amateur team, two Olympic attempts that both ended in defeat to the gold winner, and a ruthless streak like no other, have made Beterbiev a machine.But previous opponents – like battered Brits Callum Johnson, Anthony Yarde and Callum Smith – all spoke of something far more scary being in his arsenal.When reminded of his fearsome reputation, he told SunSport: “I take their souls? Ha ha ha. I don’t know.READ MORE ON BETERBIEV V BIVOL“I think they know better so we need to listen to them.“They have felt it, so they know. I just do my work, I just follow my instructions.“I am not a monster. My name is just Artur.”Beterbiev’s appetite for boxing souls, belts and glory means a sensational clash with 23-0 Bivol is on the menu.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut the Chechen clubber has a secret recipe for success that he reveals takes away all of his humility for the 12-round shift ahead of him and leaves him a starving savage.“I stop eating three days before a fight,” he confirmed. “I get angrier and angrier and angrier.Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol is a Beauty and the Beast story between boxing poet and terrifying KO artist “If I eat, it makes me kinder and I don’t want to be kind. “I want to be hungry. Then I become a beast.”If a fighter with a bigger ego or vocabulary was carrying around Beterbiev’s record, belts and terrifying aura, we would never hear the end of it.But the devout Muslim does not waste a word on bragging about his own brutality or demeaning his prey.When asked what total supremacy at 12st 7lbs would mean – especially over a decade-long understudy who has tried to usurp him as an amateur and pro – he retained a ruthless dignity.Artur Beterbiec collides with countryman Dmitry Bivol in a historic undisputed light-heavyweight clashCredit: GETTYBeterbiev will defend his WBC, IBF and WBO light-heavyweight titles in the historic Saudi showdownCredit: PAHe explained: “Bivol is a good fighter, he has good experience in amateur and professional.“He is a good challenge for me. I don’t think about how scary he is“Everyone is different, everyone has their own opinion. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But I am not mad at anyone for saying I am just the big puncher. We will see.“Becoming undisputed, for me, it will mean I am not a bad boxer.” More