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Chris Eubank Jr makes his feelings clear as Conor Benn leaves Eddie Hearn to join Dana White
Chris Eubank Jr ruthlessly attacked Eddie Hearn after a sensational substitution from Conor Benn. (Photo: Getty)
Chris Eubank Jr mercilessly mocked Eddie Hearn following Conor Benn’s stunning move to Zuffa Boxing after confirming the 29-year-old’s controversial move to join UFC boss Dana White. Benn triumphed over Eubank in their high-profile rematch, gaining the advantage over his longtime adversary and extending his record to 24 wins, with his only defeat coming in April 2025.
The 29-year-old has reportedly signed a lucrative one-fight contract with competitor Matchroom Boxing, a promoter that initially signed the Orthodox fighter after turning professional. This decision came just a few days after a heated exchange between White and Hearn, which ended with keen comments from both promoters. White is a newcomer to the boxing scene, having made a courageous retirement from ruling the world of mixed martial arts during his time in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Benn’s favorable decision deals a significant blow to Hearn and Matchroom with one of their star players leaving the promotion. This sparked several reactions from Eubank, who had verbally sparred with the promoter during previous press conferences.
Eubank said on social media: “Edddieeeee how are you feeling mate? @EddieHearn.” In his statement, Benn confirmed that he is focusing on conventional fights after reporting an eight-figure fee.
He stated: “First of all I want to thank Eddie and the entire Matchroom team for everything they have done for me over the last decade. From coaching me when I first turned professional to headlining stadiums.
“They were with me not only in the most essential moments, but also shoulder to shoulder in hard times. It was a journey we could not have imagined, and for their faith, support and guidance I will always be truly grateful, but Zuffa Boxing gave me an opportunity that I simply could not refuse.”
Conor Benn has made a shock move, leaving Eddie Hearn and joining up-to-date rival Zuffa Boxing (Photo: Getty)
“I would love for Eddie to continue to be a part of my team and for our partnership to evolve in this up-to-date chapter. I am filled with excitement and hunger for what lies ahead for Zuffa Boxing.
“I want legacy fights, the biggest nights, the biggest stages. I’m not afraid of anyone regardless of weight and I’m ready to give the fans the fights they’ve been asking for. I’m in great shape and together we have bold, ambitious plans.”
Benn secured his place on the international stage and among the players fighting for the championship after defeating Eubank Jr in the return leg at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in November. The 29-year-old overcame a loss from seven months ago to put his stamp on a long-running rivalry that stretches back decades to when their fathers, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank, faced each other in two iconic British superfights.
In a speech after the announcement, a visibly dejected Hearn took responsibility for Benn’s departure to a competitor, keen to make a significant impact on the sport. Hearn said: “I’m not going to sit here and hang Conor Benn out to dehydrated. I’ll be straightforward with you, I’m personally very devastated.
“I had a few days to digest what might happen. Maybe this interview will be different than a few days ago. It’s not often that you get shocked, I blame myself because I forgot it was boxing.
“I just felt like the loyalty we showed would never have put us in that position. I felt like I’ve never had to get Conor Benn to sign a up-to-date contract before, and I probably could have. I blame myself, I made a mistake. I misjudged the character.”
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Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.
Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.
The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.
“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.
The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.
Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.
Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.
Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
- Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
- Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
- Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
- Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
- Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
- Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
- Draw or technical draw: 14/1
Round bets
Xander Zayas
- Win in round 1: 100/1
- Win in round 2: 100/1
- Win in round 3: 100/1
- Win in round 4: 100/1
- Win in round 5: 100/1
- To win in round 6: 100/1
- To win in round 7: 80/1
- To win in round 8: 80/1
- To win round 9: 66/1
- To win in round 10: 66/1
- To win round 11: 66/1
- To win in round 12: 80/1
- To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1
Jaron Ennis
- To win round 1: 80/1
- Win in round 2: 50/1
- Win in round 3: 40/1
- To win in round 4: 28/1
- To win in round 5: 20/1
- To win in round 6: 16/1
- Win in round 7: 12/12
- To win in round 8: 1/11
- To win in round 9: 10/1
- To win in round 10: 10/1
- To win in round 11: 10/1
- To win in round 12: 1/11
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
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On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.
Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.
Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.
Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.
The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.
The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.
McKean meets Taliva
Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.
McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.
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The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.
Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.
Undercard remaining
At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.
Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.
Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.
Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).
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