The simmering tension between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn has exploded into a full-blown war of words just days before their grudge rematch, with Eubank Jr levelling stunning accusations of sabotage against his rival's camp.
In a dramatic escalation of pre-fight mind games, Eubank Jr has taken to social media to claim that Team Benn is employing underhanded tactics to gain an unfair advantage. The middleweight contender alleges that his opponents are deliberately creating obstacles and attempting to manipulate fight conditions behind the scenes.
Glove Gate: The Centre of the Controversy
At the heart of the dispute lies a contentious issue surrounding boxing gloves. Eubank Jr has specifically called out what he perceives as gamesmanship regarding glove selection and approval, a critical aspect of any boxer's preparation and comfort in the ring.
'These aren't minor inconveniences,' a source close to Eubank Jr's camp suggested, 'but calculated moves designed to disrupt focus and preparation during the most critical phase of training.'
A Rivalry Steeped in History
This accusation adds another volatile chapter to a rivalry that transcends the current generation. Their fathers, British boxing legends Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn, engaged in two brutal and iconic battles in the 1990s, creating a legacy that their sons are now destined to continue.
The upcoming rematch carries the weight of that history, amplifying every comment and confrontation. This latest allegation ensures the fight week build-up will be as fiery as the action expected in the ring itself.
Mind Games or Legitimate Grievance?
Such public accusations are often dismissed as standard pre-fight psychological warfare designed to unsettle an opponent. However, the specific nature of Eubank Jr's claims suggests a deeper level of frustration with the negotiation process and pre-fight protocols.
Whether these claims hold any substance or are merely a masterstroke of fight promotion, they have successfully intensified scrutiny on Benn's team and raised the stakes even higher for this must-see British showdown.
The boxing world now waits to see if Team Benn will issue a public response and how this very public spat will affect the fighters' mindsets when they finally step between the ropes.
