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Alex Pattle and Will Castle

Eubank Jr vs Benn LIVE: Fight updates and results after Eubank edges past bitter rival

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Chris Eubank Jr won a thrilling fight with Conor Benn on Saturday night, outpointing his bitter rival 116-112 on all three scorecards in London.

At Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, two-and-a-half years after they were first due to fight, Eubank Jr finished a see-saw contest in fine form to seal victory over Benn, handing the younger boxer his first professional loss.

There had been drama at the start – with Benn’s two adverse drug-test results thwarting their planned clash in 2022 – and there was drama at the end, as Eubank Sr arrived at the venue with his son, despite criticising the match-up for years.

Thirty-two years after Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, Conor’s father, rounded out their own rivalry with a draw, Jr did what his dad did in 1990: beat a Benn.

Re-live the action and follow the fallout from Eubank Jr vs Benn and the undercard fights, below.

Key Points

  • Chris Eubank Jr outpoints Conor Benn in thrilling bout to settle grudge
  • Eubank Jr wins 116-112 on all three scorecards after 12 rounds in Tottenham
  • Victory follows late plot twist that saw Eubank Sr arrive with his son, despite criticising bout
  • Benn beaten for first time, as he falls to defeat by a Eubank – just as his father Nigel did in 1990
  • Eubank Jr in hospital as promoter denies he suffered broken jaw in victory

Steve Bunce on Eubank Jr v Benn

14:38 , Lawrence Ostlere

The long-time adversaries pushed each other to boxing’s harshest places, to places well outside the normal limits of sacrifice and pain, on a famous night in London.

Full report:

Why Conor Benn didn’t lose his epic fight with Chris Eubank Jr

Eubank Jr's promoter denies broken jaw

13:44 , Lawrence Ostlere

Chris Eubank Jr did not suffer a broken jaw in his victory over Conor Benn, according to his promoter Ben Shalom.

"There is no truth to the rumours regarding a broken jaw," said Boxxer's Shalom.

"I'm pleased to confirm that Chris is doing well and currently resting."

Shalom added: "Chris and Conor gave absolutely everything in what was the biggest legacy fight of all time.

"With their fathers standing proudly behind them, it was a moment that will forever be stamped in sporting history."

Eubank Jr's crowning moment

08:00 , Will Castle

Eubank Jr survives Benn onslaught to emerge blood feud victorious

07:00 , Will Castle

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How will Benn pick himself up?

06:00 , Will Castle

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Another view of a famous 12th round

05:00 , Will Castle

Reunited and it feels so good

04:00 , Will Castle

A lovely touch from Michael Buffer to honour both Chris Sr and Nigel before Eubank and Benn went hell for leather.

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What next for Chris Eubank Jr?

03:30 , Will Castle

Chris Eubank Jr could be in line for a title shot against one of the superstars of the sport after the WBC backed the winner of Eubank Jr vs Benn to become the next challenger of super-middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez.

See what WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman had to say pre-fight:

WBC backs winner of Eubank Jr vs Benn to fight Canelo Alvarez

Sheer drama in North London

03:00 , Will Castle

Eubank vs Benn, 32 years apart

02:30 , Will Castle

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'Simply the best'

02:00 , Will Castle

A walkout for the ages before a legacy-defining performance from Chris Eubank Jr.

The return of Chris Sr

01:40 , Will Castle

After everything that’s been done and everything that’s been said - who on earth would have seen this coming?

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Nigel Benn gives verdict on son's defeat

01:20 , Will Castle

"I thought he did really well and he learnt a lot from this,” Nigel said. “He was working too much on the ropes, but that is taking nothing away from Chris - it was his night.

"We can handle defeat gracefully and now we go back to the drawing board."

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A firefight to the VERY end

01:00 , Will Castle

Chris Eubank Jr holds off Conor Benn in boxing melodrama worthy of their fathers

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:52 , Alex Pattle at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

It is difficult to know where to begin, but at the end, Chris Eubank Jr sank to his knees as his father stood proudly by his side, while Conor Benn embraced his own father and closed his eyes, perhaps wishing to drift into a dreamworld away from the very real nightmare around him.

Also around him were 67,000 souls, 67,000 witnesses to his demise after so many threats, so much snarling, so much aggression – an aggression which simply could not deliver the decisive blow he had craved for years.

Make no mistake, this was not an emphatic demise; in fact, the 28-year-old had fought valiantly in a boxing match that resembled a theatrical melodrama more than a sporting contest. Instead, his downfall played out over 12 rounds, with victory so often appearing within his twitchy grasp.

Chris Eubank Jr holds off Conor Benn in boxing melodrama worthy of their fathers

Eubank Jr emerges victorious with battle scars

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:40 , Will Castle

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Conor Benn departs

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:32 , Will Castle

That’s your lot for the post-fight press conferences!

With Eubank Jr in the hospital, it’s only Benn we’ll be hearing from tonight.

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:31 , Alex Pattle

Conor is asked if he respects or likes Eubank Jr and ums and ahs before saying, “but he’s Chris, isn’t he? So I like him about as much as I can...”

Nigel jokingly pushes him for a proper answer, ha.

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:29 , Alex Pattle

Some playful banter between the Benns, over the fact that neither could quite get it done against a Eubank.

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:28 , Will Castle

Eddie Hearn says the terms for this fight were “perfect” and served up one of the greatest fights in British boxing.

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:25 , Alex Pattle

Conor: “I looked at Chris Sr, grabbed him by the neck and said: ‘I’m so happy you’re here.’

“Your relationship with your dad never goes. That’s longstanding, that never goes, [even] without boxing.

“I’d pick my relationship with my dad over boxing any day.

“If this has brought [Jr and Sr] together, that’s worth its weight in gold.”

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:22 , Will Castle

“In defeat, this kid has become a superstar - across the Atlantic as well,” Hearn said.

“We’ve got to think about what we’re going to do next because he showed tonight he’s a world class fighter and he can win world titles at 147lbs and 154lbs.

“He didn’t fight for money tonight, even though he made a lot of money. This kid has an unbelievable future in this sport.”

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:21 , Alex Pattle

Hearn hints that Benn has an arena date booked in Britain this December. Hearn also says he’d like Benn to return to welterweight next.

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:14 , Alex Pattle

Nigel Benn: “Win, lose or draw, I’m proud of my son. He’ll go back and try again, just like I did.”

Poignant. Nigel also pays tribute to Jr.

Conor Benn press conference: Eubank Jr in hospital with broken jaw?

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:13 , Alex Pattle

Benn: “It’s a hard one to swallow, man. Obviously I didn’t come into the fight thinking it’d be that close, I didn’t come into the fight to lose, I didn’t come for anything apart from winning.

“Obviously I weren’t good enough, so I need to do better.

“I don’t really think I lost the fight. I don’t wanna be delusional... I think it was a close fight, and that’s it.

“Fourteen months out the ring maybe played a factor, but I just wanna say: what an amazing turnout, it really did feel like my homecoming, and it’s a blessing to be fighting back on home soil.”

On Eubank Jr: “I wish him well, I know he’s gone to the hospital, I’ve heard he’s got a broken jaw, so I wish him a speedy recovery.

“Also I wanna thanks to Sr for turning up, because this really is a family affair, and it wouldn’t have been what it was without him there.”

Conor Benn press conference

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:05

Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn hails this as “one of the greatest fights in the history of British boxing”.

He credits Benn for his performance and says the fight perhaps could’ve gone either way.

"I don't see Chris Eubank winning that fight by four rounds at all but forget that - unbelievable respect for both men,” he said.

"I could not be prouder of Conor Benn for what he has been through and the heart he has showed. Nigel Benn was the people's champion, tonight Conor Benn became the people's champion. He won the hearts of everybody who tuned in."

Chris Eubank Jr sent to hospital with 'broken jaw'

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:12 , Will Castle

Chris Eubank Jr's promoters Boxxer have confirmed the bruiser has gone to hospital after beating Conor Benn.

"On recommendation of the onsite doctor, Chris Eubank Jr has been taken to hospital by ambulance for precautionary checks," they said.

Benn has said at the press conference that he’s been told Eubank broke his jaw.

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What it means for Eubank Jr

Sunday 27 April 2025 00:00 , Will Castle

The family name has been upheld.

Benn wants Eubank rematch or title shot next

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:41 , Will Castle

“We always knew Chris was a good fighter,” Benn said. “Fighting talk is fighting talk.

“I believe I can fight at 160lbs. If we don’t do the rematch, which I’d love to eventually and avenge that loss, then I’d love to go back to welterweight and win the WBC world title. Whichever happens next, I’m content with.”

Benn's stock rises immensely in defeat

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:32 , Will Castle

Conor Benn will be utterly crestfallen that the scorecards didn’t go his way. There was very little in that, and some - including his promoter Eddie Hearn - have questioned the size of the gap.

But take nothing away from that performance. Moving up two divisions, Benn looked incredibly dangerous for much of that contest and pushed Eubank Jr to his absolute limit.

A true battle for the ages and one that more than adds to the legacy first written by their legendary fathers.

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Eubank Jr edges past bitter rival Benn on decision

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:27 , Will Castle

Father and son bask in victory as Eubank supremacy continues

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:16 , Will Castle

"First of all, I thank the one above,” Eubank Jr said.

"I knew I could do that, I just needed someone to bring that out of me and I didn't think that he would be the guy to do that.

"The fact our fathers did it years ago brings out a different spirit into you and that's what we showed here tonight.

"I'm happy to have this man [Eubank Sr] back with me. We upheld the family name - onwards and upwards."

Eubank Sr added: “That is legendary behaviour in the ring. Conor Benn is an extraordinary fighter. I am so proud of my son.”

Chris Eubank Jr BEATS Conor Benn by decision!

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:10 , Will Castle

The scorecards are in...

Chris Eubank def. Conor Benn via unanimous decision (116-112, 116-112, 116-112)

EUBANK JR COMES OUT ON TOP! THE EUBANK SUPREMACY CONTINUES!

An absolute war.

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Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:08 , Will Castle

Round 12

Into the final frame. This is it.

Bell goes and these boys are GOING FOR BLOWS! It’s a stand-and-swing affair to kick things off, and Eubank appears to wobble Benn as he clips with a combo!

Eubank is leaning in but ROCKS Benn with a huge left! Benn is wobbled but manages to recover well enough. That’s until Eubank continues his barrage and suddenly, Benn looks OUT ON HIS FEET!

Benn is doing all he can to slip the onslaught and is trying to hit back. Swing and a miss from Eubank allows Benn to connect and stumble his rival! THIS IS INCREDIBLE!

Final 10 seconds and both keep throwing to the final bell, looking for that knockout punch - but it goes to decision!

What a final round. What a fight.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:04 , Will Castle

Round 11

Two more to go, Benn goes in hot and heavy and stumbles a bit on the approach.

Swing and a miss from the younger man but he then connects with a big right on the inside. Both of Eubank’s cheeks are showing serious swelling.

Right and left to the body from Benn as he rolls under a right hand. Eubank responds by pushing Benn to the ropes, Benn then hits back with a right of his own.

Eubank takes a look at the clock, with both knowing the importance of finishing the round strong. Both let their hands go but it’s Benn who staggers Eubank, who is leaning in as the bell goes.

Jr survives but looks SHATTERED.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:00 , Will Castle

Round 10

These two have put in a phenomenal effort - surely they’re beginning to tire, because how can they keep up this pace?

Eubank forces Benn against the ropes by Benn gets away well. Benn then gets in range of a big right but Eubank evades well.

Eubank then gets a bit reckless with the left and it opens up the opportunity for Benn to attack. Eubank is looking exhausted, Benn is in the driving seat.

However, Eubank ends the 10th with a flurry and fires in a shower of body shots up against the ropes.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:56 , Will Castle

Round nine

Benn wants a finish. The younger man looks to have the more energy and is flying into battle with Eubank.

A nice one-two connects before Eubank forces Benn to the ropes, trying to chip away from the inside. Benn is still swinging, even when under pressure.

Left lands from Benn but Eubank is not simply taking a beating. He’s fighting back but is being left vulnerable and is staggered by a right from Benn.

Eubank also has a cut on his right eye - caused by a clash of heads. This is unrelenting chaos. Surely something has to give.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:52 , Will Castle

Round eight

Benn comes FLYING out of the blocks for the eighth and is going for the heavy shots.

A big hook connects on Eubank’s chin just as he was preparing to throw a left of his own. This is turning into more of a firefight.

Eubank responds with a close right but Benn is remaining the aggressor, slipping a combo of shots before coming back with an overhand right.

Benn is putting Eubank under serious pressure here! Another right hook as Benn punches from the ropes. Eubank wants to finish strong, with the pair final 10 seconds consisting of three words: stand and swing.

It’s bedlam inside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:47 , Will Castle

Round seven

Eubank plants his feet in the ground and wraps a powerful hook into the cheek of Benn, who just gobbled it up.

Short one-two then lands from Eubank but Benn responds with a straight. Another combo from Eubank is met by Benn letting his hands go, but nothing serious connecting.

Eubank’s jabs are stopping Benn on his way in, with the more experienced man beginning to really find his range.

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Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:44 , Will Castle

Round six

The Eubank corner enjoyed that fifth round, but it’s Benn who starts the sixth as the aggressor as he gets a stiff left hook through.

Benn then forces Eubank into the ropes and tries pushing his head down, but the ref isn’t having any of that.

They trade heavy body shots back in the centre of the ring before Eubank eats another left.

He responds with two straight jabs late in the round and ends the sixth with Benn in a headlock.

This fight was not tipped to make the second half - and if it did, it was predicted Eubank Jr would take full control. We are yet to see that.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:39 , Will Castle

Round five

Eubank takes every second on the stool he can. Benn goes down early on as Eubank clatters into him with his shoulder rather than his fist, no knockdown and Benn gets to his feet acrobatically.

Benn then eats a right before unleashing an overhand of his own, but it’s Eubank who is growing into this more, with a stiff one-two landing.

Benn gets forced into the ropes but bounces back and resumes taking punishment from Eubank, who enjoys his best round so far.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:35 , Will Castle

Round four

Eubank starts the round leading with the left-hook, as he has done for much of these early rounds, before the pair trade shots from inside.

A lovely uppercut then gets through for Eubank which snaps the head of Benn back.

But Benn is able to respond, with Eubank dipping into a left hand from his rival which looked to rock him just a bit - however, he quickly recovers.

Another hard shot lands from Benn in the round’s closing stages, eaten up once more by Eubank.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:31 , Will Castle

Round three

Better jabbing start from Eubank but then BANG! The first major breakthrough of the fight!

Benn connects with a great one-two that knocks Eubank back. You could see it register on the 35-year-old’s face, that hurt.

Benn goes again with the overhand right, wayward this time. But it’s Eubank who finishes the stronger, landing a stiff right to the body in response to a round that was surely Benn’s, who is growing in confidence.

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Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:27 , Will Castle

Round two

Benn’s corner emphasising the fact the first round is out the way. Feels he’s going to grow in confidence from here on in.

Referee calls a brief pause to make it absolutely clear that he wants no punches when the pair are called to break.

Eubank lands with a left-hand low but it opens him up to a right from Benn, which knocks him back a bit. Jr keeps going for the jab but isn’t having much luck with it so far.

Right hook from Benn who is continuing to dive in with big shots, evoking a big reaction from the crowd. Benn then gets into good range and tries to left hand go, but can’t connect.

Bell rings and Eubank says something to Benn on the way to his corner. We are two down.

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Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn LIVE

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:22 , Will Castle

Round one

BELL RINGS, WE ARE UNDERWAY!

The referee insists Eubank comes back to the centre and touches gloves. But here we go.

Eubank looks for the right hand early on but it’s Benn who’s aggressing. Wild left flies over as Eubank tries to whip in a long uppercut.

Benn once again shoots with a massive left but doesn’t connect. Sharp start from both guys as they try and find their range. They’re fighting in the middle of the ring, we’re getting the tear-up we were promised.

Final minute of the first, lots of upper body movement from Benn but Eubank connects with a left hook to the head. Benn is going for some huge overhands but isn’t getting close enough.

Plenty thrown, not much landed.

Michael Buffer makes sure Nigel and Chris Sr get their flowers

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:17 , Will Castle

Michael Buffer honours Nigel Benn and and Chris Eubank Sr, who get a rousing ovation from the 65,000 in attendance.

Time for the introductions. This is electric.

“LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLEEEEEEEE!”

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Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn share a moment

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:13 , Will Castle

This is a great scene.

Chris Eubank Sr is in the ring with Nigel Benn and greets Conor with a big hug before the two bruisers are unleashed. Conor doesn’t reciprocate the gesture as much, he’s clearly locked in.

In fact, he’s standing dead middle of the ring and staring down Eubank Jr - he has to be pulled back to his corner by his team.

Here comes Chris Eubank Jr

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:09 , Will Castle

Still in awe that Chris Sr is a part of this. He ties up his son’s fur robe and follows him into the cauldron.

“Simply The Best” is the song that plays over the speaker - the same his dad used to use.

However, his welcome is not exactly a positive one. Not even the presence of Sr has stopped the boos from raining in.

Eubank Jr, nevertheless, is relishing his role as villain. And either way, this is a walkout for the ages.

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Conor Benn comes out to the same song his dad did, over three decades ago

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:05 , Will Castle

There’s big-fight feel.

Conor Benn is being sung out by a choir to the tune of “Ready Or Not”.

And it’s the same track his father walked to the ring with, over three decades ago, that he comes out to. So much history.

Legacy is on the line. Can he do what his Nigel couldn’t and beat a Eubank?

Michael Buffer steps into the spotlight

Saturday 26 April 2025 22:01 , Will Castle

“Let’s get this party started.”

The legendary Michael Buffer is upon us. The national anthem has been belted out, time for ringwalks.

First up, Conor Benn.

Raucous atmosphere as main-event ring walks loom

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:54 , Alex Pattle

It’s cold in the stadium, but the crowd is warming up now. An impassioned rendition of “Sweet Caroline” rings out, meaning the ring walks for the main event are imminent. Don’t go anywhere.

Chris Eubank Sr speaks on shock arrival: 'I love my son'

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:52 , Will Castle

Who would’ve expected this a few hours ago?!

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:50 , Will Castle

Round 12

Into the final frame. There is very little in this - but if Yarde can impress over these next three minutes, it might well be enough.

Arthur is quickly forced back against the ropes as Yarde continues to press. Right hand over the top from Yarde but it’s met by Arthur working from the inside.

Yarde is giving this absolutely everything. A short right hand lands, Arthur is juking to some success though. When Arthur gets that second, he is able to respond with short shots.

Quality shots in the last 20 seconds as Arthur clips a combination off the chin. The bell rings, and both corners celebrate. VERY little between them.

We go to the scorecards...

Anthony Yarde def. Lyndon Arthur via unanimous decision (115-113, 116-112, 116-112)

Yarde with a massive performance in that second half, and it secures victory in the trilogy fight!

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:44 , Will Castle

Round 11

Arthur opens up a bit of space and after a couple hooks land, he goes for the big left which doesn’t quite connect.

Yarde then gets Arthur back against the ropes. They’re trading inside body shots, going tit-for-tat.

Arthur is looking increasingly hurt as a strong left lands to the sturnom. Yarde is the instigator in this, but Arthur is able to survive.

We go to a final round.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:40 , Will Castle

Round 10

Arthur gets a couple jabs through early on but Yarde has had a lot more success putting it on his opponent over the past couple rounds.

Yarde has Arthur stuck up against the ropes and is landing more and more shots. While Arthur is having some success deflecting, it’s Yarde who is piling on the pressure.

This a gruelling round for both fighters. It’s persistent from Yarde who is chipping away with an array of body shots, and Arthur is having to take any opening he gets to even throw a connection.

This will be getting tight on the scorecards.

Nigel Benn happy to see old foe Chris Eubank Sr back supporting Jr

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:33 , Will Castle

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:32 , Will Castle

Round eight

Urgency in Yarde’s corner as they press him to up the pace. Rounds are slipping by at this stage.

He responds by once again getting Arthur against the ropes and landing a good left. Arthur comes back with a one-two, with his own left once again proving effective against Yarde.

Yarde doesn’t let this faze him and keeps up the pressure, landing a number of short hooks.

He ends the round on top and connects with a couple of fantastic shots.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:27 , Will Castle

Round seven

Into the second half of the bout.

Yarde once again opting to close the distance but it’s Arthur who is doing the damage, connecting with a nice right to the body.

Great right hand from Yarde as Arthur comes forward, eaten by the Brit.

Arthur responds with a jab and tries to let his hands go to the body as he’s pushed up against the ropes to end the round.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:24 , Will Castle

Round six

Yarde lands a left before getting in the clinch, where he is doing damage.

He then tries to get on top of Arthur on the ropes, putting the pressure on but not getting his opponent in any position of true vulnerability.

Yarde is making a real effort here to smother Arthur - he’s not giving him any space and it’s frustrating him.

Back-and-forth finish to the round as both connect with right hooks from the inside before Yarde knocks the spit out of Arthur’s mouth

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:19 , Will Castle

Round five

Yarde having his head bounced back a bit as Arthur fires two jabs through from the ropes.

Slick movement from Arthur, who is dipping and dodging away from Yarde’s attempts to connect upstairs.

Overhand right from Arthur is partially blocked but the left then gets through.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:15 , Will Castle

Round four

Arthur starts the round with a one-two before landing a left hook, a nice three-punch combo to set the tone for the fourth.

The pair then trade stabs to the body before Arthur connects with another jab flush on the nose.

They enter the clinch with Yarde getting a couple shots to the body while in close quarters.

Great left hook from Arthur to see out the round. That knocked Yarde back a step.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:12 , Will Castle

Round three

Yarde going to the body effectively but also finding success with the left hooks to the head.

He then gets a straight left to the upper-body before coming in over the top with a right. Arthur is responding with the a couple jabs that are getting through.

Technical battle so far as the round ends with a connected one-two for Yarde.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:06 , Alex Pattle

Round two

Yarde jabs upstairs then throws a cross downstairs. He slips off the centre line and tags Arthur with another straight shot.

Now Yarde puts the cross on the body. Both men land jabs, before Yarde again connect swith a right straight to the midriff.

A long left hook tags Arthur upstairs now.

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 21:02

Round one

Heavy jab from Arthur early on. Yarde presses forward, then slings a right cross onto the chin of his opponent, who is also standing orthodox.

Arthur looks a little perturbed, as Yarde turns the dial with a longer combination.

Billy Joe Saunders kept out of Eubank Jr's locker room despite Benn prank plan

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:58 , Alex Pattle

Benn tried to get Eubank Jr’s old foe Billy Joe Saunders – who beat Jr – to observe his opponent’s hand-wrapping tonight... to no avail!

PLOT TWIST! CHRIS EUBANK SR ARRIVES WITH JR

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:48 , Alex Pattle

Here’s the story of the night, other the main event itself, of course.

“This is the show, this is what we do,” Eubank Sr just told DAZN. “The idea was always to come dressed and ready to roll.” Did he play us all along, then?

Chris Eubank Sr arrives with Jr to huge cheers in shock twist before Conor Benn bout

Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur trilogy rounds out undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:42

One more fight before the main event: a trilogy bout between British light-heavyweights Lyndon Arthur and Anthony Yarde.

Arthur’s win over his domestic rival came via split decision, while Yarde stopped his compatriot in their other bout.

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Liam Smith and Aaron McKenna set for middleweight showdown

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:31 , Alex Pattle

Round 12

Sorry for the lack of updates in the last few rounds; the furore around Eubank Sr arriving was a distraction, as you can imagine!

In the first minute of the final frame, a left hook to the body drops Smith, who plants his gloves on the canvas while on both knees and takes a deep breath.

He’s back up and throwing shots, a sign of valiance that is appreciated by the crowd!

It’s back and forth until the final bell, which will herald victory for McKenna.

Aaron McKenna def. Liam Smith via unanimous decision (119-108, 117-109, 118-108)

Yep, there it is.

PLOT TWIST! CHRIS EUBANK SR ARRIVES WITH JR

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:22

WOW! Huge cheers on the big screen as Chris Sr is shown arriving with Chris Jr!

Sr steps out of a car in the parking lot first, followed by his son. What follows is about five minutes of non-stop chatter in the crowd at Tottenham.

We then see footage of Conor and Nigel Benn WATCHING the Eubanks arrive together.

This is box office.

Liam Smith and Aaron McKenna set for middleweight showdown

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:12 , Alex Pattle

Round seven

Into the second half of the fight. Smith with a strong uppercut, but it doesn’t deter the game McKenna.

And McKenna dials it up now, landing almost at will on a tired-looking Smith.

Liam Smith and Aaron McKenna in middleweight showdown

Saturday 26 April 2025 20:00 , Alex Pattle

Round four

Better phase from Smith now, as he closes down McKenna and lands a combination. That comes after some teasing shots from McKenna.

McKenna continues to switch stances in front of the Scouser, and while he misses with a trio of jabs, the subsequent right hook lands.

A little more success for Smith as he comes forward, but McKenna curls a right hook to the body then tags Smith with a pair of straight punches to the head.

McKenna again goes from body to head, just after Smith seemed to be boxing a bit more positively again.

Aaron McKenna (right) starts well versus Liam Smith (Action Images via Reuters)

Liam Smith and Aaron McKenna in middleweight showdown

Saturday 26 April 2025 19:48

Round one

Both men stand orthodox. Smith presses forward. Intermittent jabs from the veteran, then McKenna curls out a teasing left hook.

Another left hook, thrown with a little more intent, but Smith blocks it. Light cross from McKenna now – he has lightning speed.

Smith overshoots a right overhand. A left hook, a long one, just about gets past Smith’s guard. He’s struggling a little with the speed of the jabs coming at him as he tries to close range.

Viddal Riley and Cheavon Clarke meet as cruiserweight action continues

Saturday 26 April 2025 19:24 , Alex Pattle

Round 12

Final round! We think this is going Riley’s way, but the champion has had his moments, too.

Clarke tries to make it a bit messy in the final minutes, to mixed success. Riley with a flurry of body shots, then a snapping jab upstairs.

Clubbing right hand is on target for Clarke, but he eats a clever uppercut and short cross.

Frantic action up to the final bell, and the Britons embrace.

The scorecards arrive... Unbeaten, AND NEW! Viddal Riley def. Cheavon Clarke via unanimous decision (116-112, 117-111, 115-113)

Riley pressures Clarke (Getty Images)

Viddal Riley and Cheavon Clarke meet as cruiserweight action continues

Saturday 26 April 2025 19:03 , Alex Pattle

Round seven

Solid jab from Riley, then another. Clarke looks a little bothered. He comes back with a right cross to the body, though.

Clarke slips a double-jab but misses with his left-hand counter.

The pace has picked up here. Lots of output from both Britons, but not a ton landing – they’re just missing a lot of the time.

As I say that, Riley connects with a cross, but Clarke is unperturbed.

Viddal Riley and Cheavon Clarke meet as cruiserweight action continues

Saturday 26 April 2025 18:51 , Alex Pattle

Round four

Riley with a promising spell here, tagging Clarke with body shots then switching to the head, as the British champ leans back on the ropes.

Clarke gets off the ropes and lands a power jab, but he can’t connect with his follow-ups.

A left hook to the body has Clarke wincing in the final seconds.

Cheavon Clarke (left) and Viddal Riley trade blows (Action Images via Reuters)

Viddal Riley and Cheavon Clarke meet as cruiserweight action continues

Saturday 26 April 2025 18:39

Round one

Both fighters stand orthodox. Plenty of jabs early on. Riley charges forward but just misses with a one-two.

Clarke darts in and out twice in a row, landing jabs to the body as he enters. Now he misses with a wild lead hook, and Riley comes back with cleaner work.

A right squeezes through for Riley, after a decent flurry from Clarke.

Chris Billam-Smith wins war of attrition with Brandon Glanton

Saturday 26 April 2025 18:21

Chris Billam-Smith def. Brandon Glanton via unanimous decision (116-113, 116-112, 116-112)

Billam-Smith gets the nod! It felt closer than that in the stadium, but CBS probably did the cleaner work, even though Glanton boxed on the front foot more and looked less exhausted.

Billam-Smith on the offence (Getty Images)

Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton kicks off undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 18:16

Round 12

A fine start to the final frame by Glanton, who lands off both wings. CBS with deep breaths after his mouth guard comes out.

Now he winces big time after a right hand to the body, which he might have felt was below the belt?

Again, he complains that Glanton is leading with his head.

Decent output from CBS in the final 45 seconds, but he’s intermittently on the move with his hands low. Glanton barely misses the chin with a heavy left hand, catching the shoulder instead.

To the scorecards we go. The boxers trade words after the final bell; I’m not sure if CBS has kind words for the American, it looks more like he’s lecturing him after Thursday’s insults.

Eventually, though, they embrace and lift their hands.

Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton kicks off undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 18:04 , Alex Pattle

Round nine

Stiff right hook from Billam-Smith. Glanton comes forward undeterred, with his head bowed. He’s knocked off balance by another right hook, though.

CBS buries an uppercut into the body. Now he tries to get behind the jab, before missing with a wide hook. Glanton sees some success now.

Punishing rights, as CBS leans back on the ropes.

Final minute of the round. More deep breaths from CBS, who tries to get his guard up in the corner in the final seconds. Positive end for Glanton.

Glanton before standing and claiming he slipped (Action Images via Reuters)

Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton kicks off undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 17:51

Round six

Glanton goes down to a knee, but he suggests it’s a slip, and the referee agrees.

Soon thereafter, the American gets on the front foot, teeing off on CBS against the ropes. They’re not super-heavy shots, but they are clean.

Again, CBS shoves the American away. Now he holds Glanton, who outmuscles him.

Big, deep breaths from Billam-Smith. He lands a lovely uppercut, however, to arrest some momentum! Glanton stumbles away!

Still, a valiant response from Glanton, who connects with a hook.

Glanton (right) lands a left hook (Getty Images)

Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton kicks off undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 17:43

Round four

After a decent start, this is trending poorly for CBS right now. He’s backed up to the ropes, and Glanton finds the chin repeatedly.

There are some “ooohh”s in the crowd, as fans of the Briton begin to fear for him, perhaps...

If CBS is going to win this, he’s going to have to do it the hard way. Then again, when has he done it the easy way?

He at least stems the tide somewhat as the round progresses.

Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton kicks off undercard

Saturday 26 April 2025 17:27

Round one

Here we go! There’s a touch of gloves, ensured by the referee. Both boxers stand orthodox, and Glanton presses forward early.

Lots of close-range fighting, with both men digging to the body. Now a clinch as CBS gets himself off the ropes. Strong uppercut and a pair of left hooks from the Briton.

Fast pace already. CBS gets criticism for taking a lot of punches, but he’s landing frequently so far.

CBS is timing his left hook well, but he does glance up at the clock after a clinch on the ropes – one minute to go. Is he feeling the effects of some decent body work by Glanton?

Now the American with a pair of hooks, one off each wing. CBS comes back with a one-two.

They cannot sustain this pace, or it’ll get sloppy (and even more entertaining).

Nigel Benn gives verdict on son's defeat

Saturday 26 April 2025 23:58 , Will Castle

"I thought he did really well and he learnt a lot from this,” Nigel Benn said. “He was working too much on the ropes, but that is taking nothing away from Chris - it was his night.

"We can handle defeat gracefully and now we go back to the drawing board."

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