Chris Eubank Jr recently mentioned that the upcoming rematch against Conor Benn is still pending final agreement. The two fighters are set to face each other for the second time on November 15 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, following Eubank Jr’s narrow victory over Benn in their initial bout.
Initially scheduled for September 20, the rematch faced uncertainty when Eubank Jr expressed his unpreparedness for the date. However, after negotiations between the teams, a deal was eventually reached. While both fighters had previously signed contracts for two fights, Eubank Jr revealed that there are still some unresolved terms during a recent podcast interview.
The rematch rules are expected to mirror the first fight, with both boxers weighing in at 160lbs and a rehydration clause of 10lbs on the morning of the match. Eubank Jr faced repercussions earlier in the year for failing to meet weight requirements, leading to concerns about the rehydration clause.
Despite the agreement on most contract clauses, Eubank Jr’s team is still negotiating certain aspects, particularly concerning the rehydration clause. Eubank Jr’s promoter expressed discontent with the clause and emphasized the need for a fair and healthy approach to the fight. The highly anticipated 12-round middleweight rematch is set to happen at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with specific timing details yet to be confirmed. Viewers can expect the undercard to commence around 5pm UK time, with the main event likely starting around 9:50pm UK time. Further broadcast information will be disclosed closer to the event date.
