Overview
- The Eubank Jr–Benn rematch is set for November 15 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, following Eubank Jr’s unanimous decision win in April.
- At a heated press conference, Eubank Jr claimed Matchroom blocked his ambulance for 20 minutes after the first fight and alleged wider attempts to sabotage him, including a disrupted weigh-in and horsehair gloves.
- Hearn denied all claims, cited a paramedics’ fight-night log held by the British Boxing Board of Control, and said he will demand an apology or consider legal action.
- Tensions flared when Eubank Jr interrupted Hearn during a planned tribute to the late Ricky Hatton, as Benn honored Hatton by wearing a Manchester City shirt.
- Promotional footage resurfaced showing the aftermath of Eubank Jr’s pre-fight egg slap of Benn, and Eubank Jr has since said his father will attend the rematch but won’t be part of his training team.