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CONOR BENN GAINS REVENGE OVER EUBANK JR. WITH POWERFUL PERFORMANCE

Conor Benn dominates Chris Eubank Jr. to settle their families' 35-year feud, winning a wide unanimous decision and scoring two knockdowns in the final round. Benn declared the historic rivalry "over" after his masterful performance.

Conor Benn gains revenge over Eubank Jr. with powerful performance
Conor Benn earns revenge in wide victory - COURTESY/PHOTO

Conor's clinic against Chris Jr. at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium finally gave the Benn family a victory over the Eubanks after 35 years of trying.

Benn outthought, outworked, and out-hustled his larger, more seasoned opponent in the most straightforward victory of the four-fight series between the two and their fighting families.

He then dropped Eubank Jr. twice in the last round, seemingly as a way to cap off the long-running feud. It did not really affect the outcome because he was already miles ahead on the cards, but it did mean that a Benn had sent a Eubank to the canvas for the first time in thirty-five years.

Given Benn's dominance throughout the 12 rounds, it was no surprise that the scorecards were wide when they were presented. John Latham (116–110) and Marcus McDonnell (118–108) had it marginally closer than Howard Foster (119–107).

"How does it feel? Nige, I have one on you! Benn made a joke about Nigel, the Dark Destroyer, to his father.

The Benn-Eubank story seems to be concluding; it is done and done.

It was said that I could not box. How about putting that in your pipe and smoking it?

"This is generational; Chris deserves recognition because it has never been done before. I appreciate you giving me the ring. Not terrible for two affluent children, aren't they?

Before the dads drew at Old Trafford in 1993, this family battle began in 1990 when Eubank Sr. stopped Nigel Benn during their first meeting. On an intense night here at Tottenham in April, when Eubank Jr. had won by a margin of points, the two sons had taken up the role.

They topped The Ring's 'Unfinished Business' program on DAZN PPV seven months later, yet only one winner emerged from the same venue.

The pair's iconic ringwalks sent the boisterous audience into a frenzy, just as they had seven months prior. Benn was the first to jog to the ring with the help of a marching band of drummers, supported by his father Nigel.

However, that was overshadowed by the unexpected appearance of 50 Cent, who rapped next to the frowning Eubank as he made his way slowly to the ring. Benn watched from the blue corner as the multi-award-winning performer entered the ring and carried on with his spontaneous PA.

The two were dressed in the same colours that Eubank and Benn Sr. wore during their well-known 1993 rematch, which ended in a draw, at Old Trafford as an homage to their dads' rivalry. Euban,k in recognisable yellow with red letters made famous by his 59-year-old father, and Benn in white and blue.

Given that their fathers had fought each other twice and that this fight took place precisely 203 days after their first meeting at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, it was the fourth meeting between Benn and Eubank, making it without a doubt the most significant and longest-running family feud in British boxing history.

Although each enjoyed moments of success, the opening round was comparatively quiet considering how all-action their April meeting was. When Eubank found a home with his left hook, Benn first tried to strike with his right hand to the body. Later, he earned roars from the audience by landing a cross to the head.

While Eubank skirted around the outside, pot-shotting with straight right hands, Benn held centre ring despite his height and reach limitations. Additionally, Eubank appeared vulnerable when boxing mostly on the defensive and had his head wrenched back by several powerful jabs in the second.

Benn may have been taken aback by how easy it was to win the round and avoid problems, landing a huge left hook in the process. His early dominance carried over into the third. Eubank urgently needed a new strategy.

In the lead-up to the first fight, Benn had talked about how he just "lost his head," which led to an uncontrollable performance. He insisted that this time he was in control of his emotions, and by the end of the fourth round, it appeared that he had kept his word because of the maturity and poise that characterised his boxing.

Benn got back to business in the sixth round, but Eubank started to give more on the front foot in the fifth round without ever landing anything noteworthy. A push from Benn caused Eubank to drop to his knees at one point; it was not a knockdown, but it did suggest that the older man's legs were weak. You could make a strong case that Benn had a 6-0 lead by the middle of the bout.

Then, at the end of the seventh, he hit the susceptible Eubank with a clean one-two, the cleanest strikes of the fight thus far, and Eubank grinned back. Something was needed to change the situation, but it was not happening.

In the eighth round, Eubank landed two big right hands in a row, but Benn appeared to manage them effectively. Nevertheless, it was a much-needed preview of what the 36-year-old might do against his smaller opponent. But in the ninth, Benn answered with another sharp one-two.

There were even some jeers and whistles around the crowded stadium during a lethargic tenth round, when both players appeared to be waiting for the other to make their move, demonstrating how different this was from the frenetic April classic. Eubank failed to alter the tide as the 11th also slipped by.

Furthermore, Benn dropped him again to seal a historic victory in the 12th, making it a total disaster for him. Both originated from the right hands, and Eubank twice stood up unsteadily but made it to the last bell.

Eubank Jr. needs to take stock of his situation and carefully assess his options after announcing this week that he and his partner are expecting twin sons in the new year. The world scene awaits Benn, who intends to drop back down to welterweight.

THE EIGHT-FIGURE GAMBLE: CONOR BENN SIGNS A MASSIVE ONE-FIGHT DEAL WITH ZUFFA BOXING

Conor Benn joins Zuffa Boxing! Discover why he left Eddie Hearn, the details of his 8-figure deal, and Dana White's global plans.

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Conor Benn officially joins Zuffa Boxing after a decade with Eddie Hearn

Zuffa Boxing just landed one of the top welterweights out there, Conor Benn. The up-and-coming promotion announced Benn’s signing, adding even more star power to its growing roster.

Benn, 29, is riding high after a huge win over Chris Eubank Jr last November, finally getting his revenge after Eubank handed him his first-ever loss just seven months before. Right now, Benn stands at 24-1, with 14 knockouts. He’s held the WBA Continental Europe Welterweight title, too. There’s no date or opponent set for his Zuffa debut yet, but this is a big move for Dana White and his crew, who are serious about building a roster packed with champions and big names.

“I’m filled with excitement and hunger for what’s ahead with Zuffa Boxing,” Benn said in a press release. “I want the legacy fights, the biggest nights, the biggest stages. I fear no man at any weight, and I’m ready to give the fans the fights they’ve been calling for. I’m in my prime, and together we have bold, ambitious plans.”

Dana White is just as fired up. “Conor Benn is an absolute beast and a superstar,” he said. “He shows up every time and destroys people, and now some of the best fighters in the world are calling him out. He’s ready for a world title next, and I can’t wait to see him compete in Zuffa Boxing. He’s going to be a huge addition to a growing stable of very talented boxers.”

Sports Illustrated reports that Benn’s contract is a one-fight, eight-figure deal, though neither White nor Benn has confirmed that.

This move also heats the ongoing rivalry between Dana White and Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn. Benn had been with Hearn ever since he turned pro in 2016, but now he’s switched sides. Earlier this year, White and his team also grabbed IBF and The Ring cruiserweight champ Jai Opetaia, another former Hearn fighter.

Lately, Hearn and White have been trading shots in the media, which is wild considering they used to get along before White jumped into boxing. With two big signings already in the bag, Zuffa is out to prove it means business. And you just know they’re not stopping here.

CRIS CYBORG EYES HISTORY: MMA LEGEND SET FOR WIBA WORLD TITLE BOXING MATCH ON MARCH 28

Cris Cyborg makes history! Discover how she plans to hold MMA and boxing world titles simultaneously on March 28 in Brazil.

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Cris Cyborg confirms 2026 will be her final year in professional fighting

Cris Cyborg is about to chase a slice of history on March 28.

Since leaving the UFC back in 2019, the former featherweight champ hasn’t slowed down one bit. She grabbed the Bellator 145-pound title, then picked up another belt in the Professional Fighters League. It’s like every time she shows up somewhere new, she leaves with gold.

Now, in 2026, Cyborg says she’s on her retirement tour. But she’s not just coasting to the finish line; she’s still looking to add something big to her legacy. This time, she’s stepping into a boxing ring, not an MMA cage.

It’s been a while since Cyborg lost a fight. That was back at UFC 232 against Amanda Nunes. Since then? She’s rattled off nine straight wins in MMA, but that’s only half the story. She started boxing in 2022, and she hasn’t lost there either: seven wins, no defeats.

On March 28, Cyborg gets her biggest boxing test yet. She’ll fight Paulina Cardona for the WIBA super welterweight belt. Winning would make her the first fighter ever to hold world titles in both MMA and boxing at the same time. Big names like Amanda Serrano and Holly Holm have held this belt before, so it’s not just any title.

Journalist James Lynch broke the news online and pointed out just how rare this accomplishment would be. If Cyborg pulls it off, she’ll stamp her name in the record books, plain and simple.

Let’s talk about her opponent. Cardona’s been in the ring a lot – 68 pro fights, to be exact – but her record isn’t exactly stellar. She’s 27-34-7, has been knocked out 15 times, and has only managed two wins in her last 14 outings. So, yeah, Cyborg’s the clear favourite here, and people are already raising eyebrows about the level of competition she’s been facing in boxing.

Still, history’s on the line in Curitiba, Brazil. All eyes are on Cyborg to see if she can pull off something no one else has done before. 

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