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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn EXACT time – what time are ring walks tonight for huge grudge fight?

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      CONOR BENN and Chris Eubank Jr will finally meet in the ring TONIGHT – 1,000 days after their initial bout was announced.The original fight was immediately postponed with Benn serving a ban after a failed drugs test.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet in the ring TONIGHTCredit: GETTYHe has maintained his innocence throughout, citing ‘over-consumption of eggs’ as the cause for testing positive for the female fertility medication clomifene.After a two-year struggle with the UK Anti-Doping Agency [UKAD], he was ultimately cleared, and his fight with Eubank Jr was rescheduled.Still, the latter made headlines during their first encounter by slapping Benn with an egg, resulting in a scuffle on stage and continuous verbal exchanges that reignited the spark their fathers created.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSThe British adversaries will renew a family rivalry that dates back three decades, when dads Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn fought twice in 1990 and 1993.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will be the hosting spot for one of the bggest fights of the century.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWhat time are Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn making their ring walk?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26. Coverage of the event starts at 5pm, with the first undercard fight set for 5.20pm.Eubank Jr and Benn are expected to begin their ring walks at 9.45pm BST with the fight slated for a 10pm start.Timings could change if fights on the undercard go the distance.What TV channel is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and is there a live stream?The event will be pay-per-view on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.It will cost £19.95 to purchase.Paying customers can stream the action on Sky GO or the DAZN website.SunSport will also blog all the action as it happens from the whole cardWhat time are the Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn undercard fights?*All times subject to changeMost read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn – 10pmAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur – 8.30pmLiam Smith vs Aaron McKenna – 7.25pmViddal Riley vs Cheavon Clarke – 6.20pmChris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton – 5.20pm More

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      What is Jean-Philippe Mateta wearing on his head?

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      JEAN-PHILIPPE MATETA will be determined to lead Crystal Palace to FA Cup success this season – and he’ll be sporting a new look in the process.The French star had a tough start to his career at the Eagles, often being benched for Odsonne Edouard and Jordan Ayew.Jean-Phillipe Mateta scored a screamer against ArsenalCredit: EPABut four years later, the handful striker has made himself Oliver Glasner’s main focal point and this was rubber stamped by his sensational midweek strike against Arsenal last Wednesday.However, Mateta suffered a slight setback in his progression to becoming Palace’s main man and as a result, the French forward now has to wear something on his head for the foreseeable.SunSport can explain why below.What is Jean Philippe-Mateta wearing on his head?Jean Philippe-Mateta is wearing a water polo-style helmet to protect his ear following a recent horror incident.Read more on MatetaThe Crystal Palace striker was taken to hospital after being on the receiving end of a sickening tackle in the last round of the FA Cup against Millwall.Liam Roberts was hit with a six-match ban after his horror tackle on MatetaMillwall keeper Liam Roberts karate-kicked Mateta and was handed a SIX-match ban for what Palace chairman Steve Parish described as ‘the most reckless challenge he’s ever seen’.Mateta required 25 stitches in his ear and was missed several games for the Eagles.On his return to action Mateta wore a water polo-style helmet to protect his ear and helped Palace to a 3-0 win at Craven Cottage.Most read in FootballThere was serious planning to put into the helmet’s design, with three versions considered.What has been said?Mateta first wore the helmet in a behind-closed-doors friendly, with Eagles boss Oliver Glasner joking afterwards that the helmet was better suited to water polo.He said: “It’s like a water polo helmet. In water polo it’s so they don’t get water into their ears, he has it just on one side. It sounds crazy, but we are used to it.“I said to him maybe you should try [water polo] because he’s tall enough.”It looks a bit strange but he says he feels comfortable so let’s see.“When he scores a header, then it was the right mask and the right protection.“Our doctor and the team did a great job finding the right protection. Everything is approved by the FA.“There were three different ones. He tried one like you use to ride a motorbike but he couldn’t train with this because it was too heavy.“I said to the doctor I remember Petr Cech wearing a helmet but the ear was free so we needed the full helmet. Then we found the right one.“He tried in training which one fits him best and doesn’t influence him in the wrong way.“If I believed it was a problem, I wouldn’t play him but it looks like it isn’t a problem.“The last 10 days he’s had this protection and he did well in training so I didn’t find a reason to talk about this.”Read More on The SunFans will get to see Mateta’s protective head gear when the Eagles take on Aston Villa in a huge FA Cup semi-final.When is Crystal Palace’s FA Cup semi-final against Aston Villa?Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa will take place on Saturday, April 26.The huge FA Cup semi-final encounter gets underway from 5:15pm BST.Fans in the UK can watch it for free on BBC One or stream it live on BBC iPlayer.Alternatively, you can keep up with the entire action through our live blog. More

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      Chris Eubank Jr net worth and how much he is getting paid for Conor Benn grudge match

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR has been raised around wealth due to his boxing mogul of a father – but he has gone a long time without using daddy’s credit card.Win, lose or draw, Eubank Jr’s illustrious career has seen him secure several high paydays.Chris Eubank Jr is set to earn his biggest paydayCredit: GettyAnd the British star is expecting a significant boost in his career earning as he is set to finally settle a long-winded feud with bitter rival Conor Benn.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSWhat is Chris Eubank Jr’s net worth?Chris Eubank Jr’s last reported net worth is around £5million.However, that figure is likely to have increased as the British boxer earned £2.4m for his bouts Liam Smith in 2023.And Eubank Jr reportedly took home a further £850k for his most recent win against Kamil Szeremeta.Read more on Chris Eubank JrLooking further back, the son of boxing legend Chris Eubank also pocketed £775k for his loss to George Groves before beating Liam Williams to earn £1m.In total, his reported earnings from professional fights add up to around £6m.Eubank Jr also has a car collection just worth under £1m which includes a £215,000 Lamborghini Huracan and a £218,000 McLaren 720S.But his upcoming fight against Conor Benn is expected to be his biggest payday yet.Most read in BoxingHow much is Chris Eubank Jr getting paid for Conor Benn grudge match?It has been widely reported that Chris Eubank Jr will take home £10m of the £18m purse to fight Conor Benn.And Eubank Jr broke his silence on the contract situation.The Brit boxer said: “Many of you would have heard Eddie boasting about a 60-40 split he secured for Conor.”That’s just an absolute lie, which is not surprising. The truth of it is, Uncle Turki flew in and saved the day like the superhero he is.”This is the Saudi show, he called me and said, ‘What do you want to make this fight?'”I’m sitting there thinking, ‘I’ve got to be a businessman now, and any good businessman in any negotiation, starts with an aggressively high number, then there are counter offers and negotiating and you get to the number.”I gave him a diabolical number, I gave him an inconceivable number, and he said, ‘Done, I’ll send you the contract on Monday.’ I’m thinking I could have got more, or a couple of watches out of him!”There is no split, there are no percentages, you lied to the public in front of everybody and now I’m setting this straight.”Read More on The SunHowever, Eubank Jr will have to pay £375k of his earnings after FAILING to meet the weight at the weigh-in.When is Eubank Jr vs Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Ring walks are set to take place from 10pm BSTThe Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host. More

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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn: Who is on commentary for DAZN and Sky Sports in huge grudge match at Tottenham?

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      BOXING fans do not have long to wait for the MASSIVE Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn grudge match.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are just a few days away from continuing their fathers’ rivalry and cementing their own legacy.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn finally meet in the ring on SaturdayCredit: GettyEubank Jr come into this fight with a record of 34-3 with 25 KO victories whereas Benn comes in at a perfect record of 23-0 with 14 KOs.Conor Benn’s record may not even matter in this fight as he’s had to catapult up to two weight classes to middleweight just to be eligible to fight Eubank Jr.Eubank Jr is bigger and has the experience over Benn but can he cause a shock victory?Who’s on commentary for this bout?DAZN have announced that the ‘Voice of Boxing’ Adam Smith will be on main commentary duties. read more Eubank Jr vs BennHe will be joined by two former world champions in Barry Jones and Darren Barker, while two other world champions – Carl Frampton and Tony Bellew – are on pundit duties.Former Love Islander Josh Denzel is on hosting duties, while Jamie Ward will be doing the in-ring interviews. Chelsea fan Olivia Buzaglo will be on reporting duties from the bowels of the stadium.Sky Sports have not announced their commentary team at the time of writing.Most read in BoxingTheir coverage is expected to feature regulars such as Johnny Nelson and Anna Woolhouse.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWhen is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Ring walks for the main event are set to take place at 10pm BST.Coverage for the event begins at 5pm BST.How to watch Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and is there a live stream?Sky Sports and DAZN have rights to the event.The card is pay-per-view and will cost £19.95 – it will be shown on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The fight can also be streamed on Sky GO and the DAZN website to paying customers.SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn full cardChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn (Middleweight)Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur (Light heavyweight)Liam Smith vs Aaron McKenna (Middleweight)Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton (Cruiserweight)Viddal Riley vs Cheavon Clarke (Cruiserweight) More

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      Who is Chris Eubank Jr’s sister Emily, and is she dating Conor Benn’s promoter Frank Smith?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn have been engaged in a massive war of words ahead of their long-awaited grudge match this weekend.Eubank Jr and Benn will settle their beef – which also saw Eubank Jr smash an egg on Benn’s head – at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in front of 90,000 fans.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will settle their beef on Saturday night – but there is an extra twist to their rivalryCredit: GettyFrank Smith and Emily Eubank regularly post loved up photo’s together on InstagramEmily Eubank with Frank Smith on holidayCredit: https://www.instagram.com/franksmith/?hl=enThe couple have been together for nearly a decadeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/franksmith/?hl=enSmith revealed he does not talk business around his partnerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/franksmith/?hl=enAs if the rivalry between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn couldn’t get any more heated, Benn’s promoter Frank Smith and Eubank Jr’s sister are in a long term relationship.Here’s everything we know about their relationship.How long have Frank Smith and Emily Eubank been together?Benn’s promoter Smith is the CEO of Matchroom Boxing. Smith and Emily, Chris Eubank Jr’s sister, have been officially dating since November 2016.MORe on Eubank Jr vs BennThe promoter has played a huge role in reigniting the rivalry been Eubank Jr and Benn.He also revealed that his job has created awkward situations in the past.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSBefore the initial fight between Eubank Jr and Benn in 2022, Smith said that Emily called him an “a***hole” after overhearing a call to do with the fight.While appearing on the George Groves Boxing Club podcast, Smith said: “Sometimes I’d say, ‘Emily’s in the car so I can’t talk yet’, or ‘wait a minute I’ve got to leave the room.'”Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoIt’s easy to see why the rivalry between the two fighters could creates some rocky moments in Smith and Emily’s relationship.But the couple are still going strong a decade later and frequently post loved up pictures on their social media pages.Smith will definitely be rooting for his fighter, while we assume Emily will be backing her big brother. More

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      Conor Benn net worth and how much he is getting paid for huge Chris Eubank Jr fight

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      CONOR BENN is no stranger to huge cheques – but his upcoming fight is set to be the biggest payday yet.Anytime the British superstar steps foot in the ring, he takes home money that a lot of people may never see in their lifetime.Conor Benn is set to receive his biggest pay cheque to dateCredit: GettyAnd Benn is expected to more than double his career earnings when he settles his bitter feud with Chris Eubank Jr.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSWhat is Conor Benn’s net worth?It has been widely reported that Conor Benn’s net worth ranges between £3million and £5million.Benn’s purse per fight has expectedly increased from when he was a young prospect until now.And while his earnings for each fight have been kept away from the public eye, reports suggest that Benn makes anywhere between £500k to £1m everytime he steps in the ring.Read more on Conor BennFurthermore, after defeating former champion Chris Aligeri in 2021, the son of boxing mogul Nigel Benn was spotted driving a gold-wrapped Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG worth approximately £125k.Conor also owns a stunning £110k Porsche 911 Carrera 4S with a personalised plate ‘KO13ENN’ – which he proudly calls his ‘weekend car’.The British star was expected to take home around £3.5m for his cancelled fight with Chris Eubank Jr.But Benn’s upcoming purse for the rescheduled bout is set to outdo all of the above.Most read in BoxingHow much is Conor Benn getting paid for Chris Eubank Jr grudge match?Conor Benn will take home £8m of the £18m purse to Chris Eubank Jr, according to reports.And Eubank Jr broke his silence on the contract situation.The British boxer said: “Many of you would have heard Eddie boasting about a 60-40 split he secured for Conor.”That’s just an absolute lie, which is not surprising. The truth of it is, Uncle Turki flew in and saved the day like the superhero he is.”This is the Saudi show, he called me and said, ‘What do you want to make this fight?'”I’m sitting there thinking, ‘I’ve got to be a businessman now, and any good businessman in any negotiation, starts with an aggressively high number, then there are counter offers and negotiating and you get to the number.”I gave him a diabolical number, I gave him an inconceivable number, and he said, ‘Done, I’ll send you the contract on Monday.’ I’m thinking I could have got more, or a couple of watches out of him!”There is no split, there are no percentages, you lied to the public in front of everybody and now I’m setting this straight.”Read More on The SunOne thing for certain is that Benn will receive a welcomed bonus of £375k as Eubank Jr failed to meet the requirements at the weigh-in on Friday.When is Eubank Jr vs Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Ring walks are set to take place from 10pm BSTThe Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host. More

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      Why was Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn called off?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn FINALLY step into the ring, three years after the pair were originally set to clash.It’s about time the family feud between Eubank and Benn carried on, but it was originally meant to back in 2022.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will finally go head to head this weekendChris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn first fought in 1990Credit: GettyChris Eubank Jr will be hoping to continue the legacy of father Chris Eubank Sr in the feud, and pick up a win over Conor Benn, as his father did when he fought Nigel Benn in 1990.As in 2022, the fight in 2025 has kicked off with controversy, as Chris Eubank Jr failed to make the weight and was fined £300,000. Despite it being Benn who caused the original fight to be cancelled, Eubank Jr has been the talk of the controversy in 2025, also slapping Benn with an egg in the build up. The fathers of Eubank Jr and Benn fought twice, firstly in a Eubank Sr victory in 1990, then a draw in 1993, with a trilogy fight never agreed.Read more EUbank Jr vs BennNow, there will be a trilogy, as their sons will be continuing their fathers legacy, as well as putting their own personal grudges on the line this weekend!Why was Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn cancelled in 2022?Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn were originally meant to face off against each other back in 2022, but Benn had failed a drugs test after testing positive for Clomifene.Benn has now been largely inactive since 2022, but steps into the ring again at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Now, three years after the first scheduled fight, and 35 years since the scintillating rivalry began, we’re not far at all from a Eubank and a Benn stepping into the ring again!Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWhen is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?The early-anticipated bout takes place on Saturday, April 26.The card will start from 5pm BST.Ring walks for this fight are yet to be announced but are predicted to be around 9,45pm BST with the fight at 10pm BST.The event will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.What TV channel is Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur and can it be live streamed?The card is available on both Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV, for £19.95.As well as being available on TV, the event will be streamed on SkyGO and DAZN’s website.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog every round of the card as it happens.Who is on the undercard of Chris Eubank vs Conor Benn? More

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      Who is Conor Benn’s wife Victoria and how many children do couple have?

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      VICTORIA Benn is the superstar wife of boxer Conor Benn.Conor has the biggest fight of his life this weekend, when the takes on rival Chris Eubank Jr in front of 60,000 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Conor and Victoria have been dating since 2017Credit: Instagram/Conor BennConor is takin on Chris Eubank JrVictoria is a proud supporter of her welterweight husband and regularly appears at the side of the ring to cheer him on.Here’s everything you need to know about Victoria Benn.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSInstagram influencerVictoria is the wife of Conor Benn, the son of legendary fighter Nigel Benn.She keeps much of her personal life private, but works as a radio personality and model. Read more on boxing 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”.Most read in BoxingFairytale weddingThe couple tied the knot on March 18, 2018, but kept much of the marriage out of the public eye. However, Victoria often shares snaps of the happy couple including one picture of her stunning engagement ring. Victoria and Conor have also kept much of their early relationship private, but it is reported that they met in 2016 and began dating just a year later. Victoria often cheers on her husband from the side of the ringCredit: Getty ImagesHorror break-inVictoria opened up about the terrifying experience of being home with her son when a burglar broke in. She said: “I walked out to the hallway and I found a man on the stairs, it was probably the most scariest thing that has ever happened to me.”When she saw him, Victoria said that she started “screaming” at him. She continued: “I cannot explain the feeling that took over me, it makes me want to be sick.Since her phone was charging in her bedroom, she couldn’t phone Conor or the police for help.Eventually, Essex Police came to support the family and they have hired extra security. The couple welcomed Eli in 2021Credit: Instagram/Conor BennMother-of-twoVictoria and Conor welcomed their first child together in 2021, when Victoria gave birth to Eli.Conor 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. Read More on The SunOn March 24, 2024, the couple had a second daughter named Idony Susanna Benn.They shared the news with an adorable picture of the couple in hospital with their newest addition to the family.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the info More