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Eubank Jr vs. Benn 2 Cleared at 159 as London Rematch Set for Saturday on DAZN PPV

The sequel extends a family rivalry, with Eubank Jr installed as the betting favorite.

Overview

  • Official weights confirmed: Chris Eubank Jr at 159.1 lb and Conor Benn at 159.3 lb, with a 10-pound rehydration cap in force by Saturday morning.
  • The 12-round middleweight bout returns to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with ring walks expected around 9:40–9:55 p.m. GMT and global streaming on DAZN PPV (£24.99 UK / $59.99 US).
  • Eubank Jr won their April meeting by unanimous decision (116-112 on all cards) after missing weight by 0.05 lb, paying a $500,000 fine, and later receiving hospital treatment for dehydration.
  • Odds boards place Eubank Jr as the favorite (e.g., 8/15 vs 13/8), while expert picks highlight tactical adjustments and conditioning as decisive factors.
  • Benn says this will be his final outing at 160 pounds before dropping back to welterweight to pursue world-title opportunities.