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Eubank Jr vs. Benn Rematch Teeters as Saudi Backers Withdraw

Promoters are weighing replacement opponents after Saudi backers pulled funding, leaving Eubank Jr’s camp without a signed contract.

Overview

  • Turki Alalshikh and SELA have withdrawn their financial support, casting doubt on the September 20 rematch in London.
  • Eddie Hearn reports that Chris Eubank Jr’s team has not finalized fight contracts and has been largely unresponsive.
  • Conor Benn says he was ready for the scheduled date and will revert to welterweight if the middleweight rematch collapses.
  • Matchroom and Boxxer are exploring fallback options, including Harlem Eubank stepping in or welterweight bouts against leading contenders.
  • Eubank Jr’s severe dehydration from making 160 lb in April has intensified scrutiny of weight terms and his willingness to re-enter camp.