Nigel Benn has declared he will never speak to Chris Eubank Sr again, following his son Conor Benn's decisive win over Chris Eubank Jr on Saturday night. The former champion, who lost to Eubank Sr in the 1990s and drew a second bout, expressed his frustration after a week of tension between the two families.
During a press conference earlier in the week, the fathers participated in a mock face-off, but Eubank Sr accused Benn of lying about him being paid to appear at their sons' first fight. Benn hit back, saying Eubank Sr 'loves the limelight' and does not care about his son. He described Eubank Sr as a 'right prat' and an 'idiot' who misquotes scripture.
Benn also criticised Chris Eubank Jr for disrespecting promoter Eddie Hearn, contrasting it with his own respect for past promoters like Frank Warren. He accused the Eubanks of constant moaning, particularly about weight issues, and expressed relief that the rivalry is over. 'I'm sick to death of them,' Benn said, adding he is glad the saga has concluded.
