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ONE of boxing’s most vicious feuds is turning into a family affair over 30 years after its last battle.Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn last threw hands in the 1990s, now their sons will do battle in a bout every bit as feisty as their own this weekend.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are ready to reignite their father’s rivalryCredit: SplashNigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr fought twice in the 1990sCredit: GettyFor now, the Eubank’s hold the bragging rights, after Eubank Sr won the first fight in 1990, and held on to his record when the second fight was declared a draw in 1993.But its the turn of Conor Benn and Eubank Jr to spark things back into life this weekend.Eubank Jr and Benn were originally scheduled to step into the ring in 2022, before Benn was suspended from donning his gloves after testing positive for banned drug Clomifene.That’s added three more years to an intense feud, with the pair finally returning for their punch-up on Saturday.Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will play host to the British battle as Benn and Eubank Jr start their own chapter in domestic boxing.It might feel like unfinished business for longstanding boxing fans who will remember when Nigel Benn called out Eubank Sr for a third fight back in 2016, but nothing ever came of it.Despite a feeling that their fathers are now friendly, their is certainly a real rivalry between the new generation.The build-up to the fight has certainly had plenty of needle.Most read in BoxingMost notably Eubank Jr’s decision to slap an egg across Benn’s cheek during a media conference – a cheeky nod to Benn’s defence of his drugs ban being down to a “highly elevated consumption” of eggs.Eubank – who had 16 eggs nestled in his pocket at the time – coughed up a hefty £100,000 fine for his antics.Now fans are hoping the battle in the ring will be just as entertaining as the build-up as the pair spark their father’s legacy back to life.SunSport has all the information ahead of this MASSIVE grudge fight in North London.Conor Benn is ready to earn the first win for his dad Nigel’s long-standing feud with the EubanksCredit: GettyChris Eubank Jr slapped Conor Benn with an egg during a media conferenceCredit: GettyWhen is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Ring walks are set to take place from 10pm.The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host.How to watch Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and is there a live streamChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will stream LIVE on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The fight will also stream on DAZN to over 200 countries. The card will start from 5pm BST.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)What were the weigh-in results?Chris Eubank Jr is set to pay a massive fine directly to Conor Benn after missing weight by just 0.05lb ahead of their fight.At his first attempt, he scaled 160.2lb before his second and final go saw him tip 160.05lb – missing the mark by an agonising 0.05lb.For context, that is the same weight as an AA Battery.It means Eubank will have £375,000 deducted from his purse per the rules in their contract – with the cash going directly to Benn.Benn had earlier weighed in surprisingly light at 156.4lbs – nearly 4lb under the middleweight limit.SunSport predicts…Here’s what SunSport’s Jack Figg reckons will happen when a family legacy writes a new chapter…There could be so many variables that decide this fight.Can Eubank make the weight well? Is he past his best? Is Benn big enough for middleweight? Does he have enough experience?But boxing history tells us – most of the time – that a good biggun’ beats a good littlun’.Read More on The SunFor that reason, I feel Eubank will have too much size and range for Benn added in with his experience over the 12 round.I’d pick a Eubank points win but it’s not a sure thing.SunSport reckons Eubank Jr might edge the British boutCredit: Getty More

CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn are meeting for a massive grudge match THIS WEEKEND!Although they are rivals since birth, the two fighters have had to meet in the middle to get inside a ring together.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will be hoping their bout is to be as good as their fathers’ taleCredit: GettyEubank vs Benn was the top British rivalry in the 1990s with two huge fightsCredit: Getty ImagesEubank Jr is naturally known as a middleweight (160lbs), whereas Conor Benn is a natural welterweight (147lbs).Eubank Jr and Conor are getting ready to square off in their highly anticipated all-British fight that has been developing for decades. The grudge match will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, more than 30 years after their fathers started this intense rivalry.Can the sons of the legendary boxers be as iconic as their fathers’ unforgettable bouts?read more Eubank Jr vs BennWhat weight is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn going to be fought at?For Benn to be able to battle it out against the son of his father’s rival, he has been made to work his way up two weight classes from welterweight to middleweight.Eubank Jr will have the weight advantage because he is a natural middleweight and has also competed at super-middleweight (168 lbs).Benn officially made weight at 156.4lbs, while his opponent missed weight by 0.05lbs.Eubank Jr first scaled at 160.2lbs before his final attempt, which saw him come in at the heavy 160.05lbs and miss weight by 0.05lbs.Most read in BoxingSunSport understands the 35-year-old will have to pay a whopping £375,000 to Benn as a result of weighing in over the limit.A rehydration clause is in the contract, which means neither fighter is able to add more than 10lb in weight between Friday and Saturday’s weigh-in.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

CONOR BENN takes on Chris Eubank Jr on Saturday, April 26 in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.The fight was originally scheduled for 2022, but a failed drugs test meant Benn was banned from boxing just days before the clash. Conor Benn’s trainer Tony Sims (right) with Anthony JoshuaCredit: Action Images / Andrew CouldridgeTony Sims (right) with Felix Cash (left) after winning the vacant Commonwealth Middleweight ChampionshipCredit: Richard PelhamConor Benn will be searching for a maiden Benn victory in the Eubank-Benn family feud.Conor’s father Nigel Benn was beaten by Chris Eubank Sr the first time the two met, and the pair drew in the second fight.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSThis weekend, 35-years after the first clash in 1990, the Benn-Eubank feud reignites – with Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr to the ring in one of the biggest British fights of the 21st century.Benn is currently trained by Tony Sims, who has trained HUGE names, such as Anthony Joshua, during a glittering career.Read more Eubank Jr vs BennChris 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 infoWho is Tony Sims?Tony Sims is a boxing trainer from Essex.Sims has trained Conor Benn since the start of his career, with Conor’s father Nigel having sparred with Tony.Throughout his career, Sims has trained many big names, including Anthony Joshua. Tony is also the father of Demi Sims, who was set to make her boxing debut on the cancelled KSI vs Dillon Danis card. Most read in BoxingHe is also the uncle of Joey Essex.When is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Coverage of a stacked card starts at 5pm, with ring walks for the main event due to take place at around 10pm.The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host to a huge night of boxing.What TV channel is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and is there a live stream?Both DAZN and Sky Sports have coverage of the pay-per-view event.It will be aired on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.Viewers can also purchase the PPV and stream it on SkyGO and DAZN’s website.The price is set at £19.95.SunSport will live blog every fight as it happens.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn full card More

CHRIS EUBANK JR will take on Conor Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium THIS WEEKEND!The 35-year family feud adds another chapter on Saturday, April 26, as Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn’s legacy has a third fight.Chris Eubank Jr is set to fight Conor Benn on Saturday, April 26Credit: GettyChris Eubank Sr (right) will not be in his son’s corner for the fightCredit: GettyEubank Sr and Benn fought twice in the 90s, with Eubank Sr scoring the win with a ninth round stoppage in the first bout, with the second bout ending in a controversial draw.Eubank Jr and Conor Benn now clash for the first time, three years after their original date was cancelled.Benn was banned from boxing days before the original clash, but now the family feud is set for a third clash.The Eubanks currently hold bragging rights, with Chris Eubank Jr looking to join his father in beating a Benn.Read more Eubank Jr vs BennWho is Chris Eubank Jr’s trainer?Johnathon BanksBanks is an American boxing trainer from Michigan, and a former professional boxer himself.During his boxing career, Banks fought 33 times, won 29 and scored 19 of those victories by KO.He lost three times and drew once. Most read in BoxingHe has previously trained Wladimir Klitschko, and works with other big names like Badou Jack and Gennady Golovkin. Chris Eubank Jr has been training with Banks since 2024.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 infoWho is in Chris Eubank Jr’s corner?Ronnie DaviesDavies is a former boxer, who had an in-ring career between 1965 and 1970.During his career, Davies had a record of 12-6-2.The former fighter has spoken before the fight, saying Eubank Jr will be “too fast, too hard, too clever” for Conor Benn.When is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Coverage of the card starts at 5pm, with ring walks expected to take place from around 10pm.The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host to a massive night of boxing.How can I watch Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and is there a live stream?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will have coverage on both on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The event is pay-per-view and will cost £19.95.The card can be streamed on Sky GO and the DAZN website to paying customers.SunSport will also live blog all the action as it happens.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn full card More

CHRIS BILLAM-SMITH is back in action as he looks to work his way back into title contention.CBS faces American KO artist Brandon Glanton in his first fight since losing his cruiserweight world title against Gilberto Ramirez in November.Chris Billam-Smith is looking to bounce back after losing his title to Gilberto RamirezCredit: GettyThe fight will be on the undercard of the grudge match between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn.The cruiserweight clash between Billam-Smith and Glanton is expected to be a cracker with CBS looking to get back to winning ways and pack on a world title path.Both fighters have identical records with 20-2 but Brandon Glanton has managed 17 KOs to Billam-Smith’s 13.CBS is the heavy favourite for the fight with Glanton’s suffering two defeats in his last four.Read more Eubank Jr vs BennChris 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 Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton?CBS vs Glanton takes takes place on the undercard of Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn on Saturday, April 26.The card will start from 5pm BST.Ring walks for this fight are yet to be announced but are expected to be at around 8pm BST.The huge card will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.What TV channel is Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton and can it be live streamed?The event will be available to purchase on both Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The pay-per-view price has been set at £19.95.As well as being available to buy on TV, the event will be streamed on SkyGO and DAZN’s website to paying customers.SunSport will also LIVE blog every round of the card as it happens.Full card More

CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn will put an end to their acrimonious rivalry in one of the biggest bouts this century at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.An initial meeting was scheduled for October 2022 but the fight being called off after Benn failed two drug tests.Chris Eubank Jr will end his grudge with Conor Benn on Saturday nightCredit: AlamyConor Benn is fighting for the first time since he was banned from the sportCredit: ReutersEubank Jr and Benn have been involved in ugly clashes in the build-up to the fightCredit: GettyThe two will try to get down in front of a boisterous throng of 60,000 British people.Since their dads dust-ups in 1990 and 1993, a fervent boxing community will be anticipating the latest installment of the Eubank vs Benn rivalry.There has been a war of words in the weeks leading up to the clash as well as ugly scenes during press conferences and media days.That included Eubank Jr smashing an EGG over Benn’s head – leading to a massive £100,000 fine.READ MORE IN BOXING The fight is being supported by Saudi boxing leader Turki Alalshikh and the pair have managed to negotiate a major payout in the process.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 infoHow much money will Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn earn for their fight?Promoters Eddie Hearn and Ben Shalom were among the event organisers who had to negotiate a new contract for the rescheduled fight.After intense negotiations, Benn and Eubank Jr. a 55-45 agreement in favour of Eubank Jr, who accepted the conditions.Before the bout was officially announced, Shalom, the creator of BOXXER, told Sky Sports: “We have done an incredible job persuading Chris to accept a 55 per cent commission.”Most read in BoxingBenn and Eubank Jr will split £18million for their titanic bout.Eubank Jr reportedly stands to gain £10m after successfully negotiating the A-side of the agreement.Benn will be paid £8m for making his debut at 160 pounds.When is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and how can I watch it?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn is on Saturday, April 26.The fight will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.The fight card will start at 5pm.Ring walks for the main event have not been confirmed but are expected to take place at around 10pm.Both Sky Sports nd DAZN have coverage of the event on their pay-per-view services.The price of the PPV has been set at £19.95.The event can also be streamed on SkyGO and DAZN’s website, but the PPV cost still applies.SunSport will live blog every round of every fight on the card as it happens. More