Boxing contender Chris Eubank Jr reveals the one boxer he holds a deep-seated disdain for, which surprisingly excludes Conor Benn.
British Boxer Billy Joe Saunders Eyes Rematch with Rival Chris Eubank Jr
British professional boxer Billy Joe Saunders, known for his middleweight and super middleweight bouts, has expressed a desire for a rematch against his long-standing rival Chris Eubank Jr. The two have a history of hostilities, both inside and outside the ring, dating back to their 2014 fight where Saunders defeated Eubank Jr to claim the European, Commonwealth, and British middleweight titles [1].
The rivalry between Saunders and Eubank Jr has been marked by conflicts and tension. In the build-up to their fight, there were hostilities, and they carry the same ill will for each other to this day [2]. This animosity has extended beyond the ring, with Saunders attempting to cause friction outside Eubank's dressing room and clashing with Eubank’s security personnel [1].
Saunders, who suffered a notable defeat to Canelo Alvarez in May 2021, resulting in a shattered eye socket [3], has been inactive since. However, he has shown a strong desire for a comeback, with a rematch against Eubank Jr at the top of his hitlist [4].
The rivalry also extends to motivational and psychological aspects around fights, demonstrated by Saunders' requested involvement in checking Eubank Jr's hand wraps before one of Eubank Jr’s fights [5]. This detail hints at the ongoing friction and rivalry among these fighters.
Chris Eubank Jr, on the other hand, has expressed his dislike for Saunders, stating that he dislikes him because he is a "terrible advocate for the sport" and a "real low-life human being" [6]. Eubank Jr made these remarks during an appearance on the Diary of a CEO podcast [7].
Eubank Jr has not stated his dislike for Saunders because of any actions by Conor Benn. The statement about Eubank Jr not saying such things about other fighters does not apply to Saunders [8]. The event in question was an all-British classic between Eubank Jr and Conor Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
If Saunders' plan comes off, he is likely to have a couple of tune-up fights before a rematch with Eubank Jr. Frank Warren, Saunders' former promoter, recently discussed a possible return to the ring with Saunders [9].
This potential rematch promises to be an exciting event for British boxing fans, as the two rivals look set to settle their long-standing feud in the ring. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
References:
- The Sun
- ESPN
- BBC Sport
- Sky Sports
- Boxing Scene
- Diary of a CEO Podcast
- Boxing Social
- Boxing Scene
- Boxing News
Manager Frank Warren has suggested that British boxer Billy Joe Saunders might have a couple of warm-up fights before his anticipated rematch with rival Chris Eubank Jr. Meanwhile, Chris Eubank Jr, known for his passion for sports such as football, has criticized Saunders, citing him as a poor representative of sports and a low-life individual.
