In a spectacular night of British boxing, Conor Benn enacted perfect revenge against Chris Eubank Jr with a dominant performance that left no doubt about the superior fighter. The highly-anticipated rematch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium saw 'The Destroyer' utilise his youth and agility to comprehensively outbox his rival, securing a clear unanimous decision victory.
Masterclass in Movement and Control
From the opening bell, the difference in energy was palpable. While Eubank Jr landed a hard right to Benn's head in the first round, it was Benn who finished the round looking happier and more composed. The fight's tempo was set in an eventful second round when Eubank Jr bowled over his opponent, prompting referee Kevin Parker to issue stern warnings to both men.
By the third round, Benn's strategy became crystal clear. His superior footwork and faster hands allowed him to dictate the pace, making more clean connections while Eubank Jr appeared sluggish and slow to dodge incoming shots. Benn's dominance grew through the fourth and fifth rounds, where he consistently hammered away with body shots and maintained relentless pressure.
The Turning Point and Final Demolition
As the fight reached its halfway stage, Benn was running away with the contest. Eubank Jr's trademark jab was virtually non-existent, and any hopes of a second-half comeback looked increasingly thin. The seventh round saw Benn land a right hand square to Eubank Jr's face that electrified the crowd and visibly riled his opponent.
The eighth round proved particularly telling when Eubank Jr, looking heavy with fatigue, glanced up at the big screen to check how much time remained. Benn continued his assault in the ninth and tenth rounds, making his work look almost effortless as he weaved in and out, keeping Eubank Jr on the backfoot for extended periods.
A Dramatic Finale
The fight reached its dramatic climax in the final round. Benn knocked Eubank Jr to the canvas not once, but twice, coming agonisingly close to a stoppage victory. Somehow, the veteran managed to survive until the final bell, but the outcome was never in question.
When the scorecards were read, the judges' verdict was unanimous and emphatic. Benn won with scores of 119-107, 116-110, and 118-108, marking a decisive victory that avenged his defeat from earlier this year. For Eubank Jr, this represents only the fourth loss of his career, while Benn celebrates a career-defining performance that solidifies his status as a force in the division.
