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Chris Eubank Jr vs. Liam Smith: Given their world title ambitions, neither can afford to lose on Jan. 21

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After his Oct. 8 showdown with Conor Benn was cancelled, Chris Eubank Jr’s world title pursuit resumes against former super-welterweight world champion Liam Smith. Both are in the back half of their respective careers and after contrasting routes back to top contention, they collide in Manchester on January 21. So, who said what at the first official press conference yesterday?
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Denzel Bentley vs. Hamzah Sheeraz: Both boxers open to possible future showdown

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Hamzah Sheeraz of Great Britain celebrates victory after beating River Wilson Bent of Great Britain during their Commonwealth Middleweight fight at...

After Hamzah Sheeraz made the first defence of his WBC Silver middleweight title with an overwhelming R2 KO win over River Wilson-Bent on Saturday, calls for a domestic clash against recent world title challenger Denzel Bentley have intensified. While both have publicly revealed they’re open to the idea, Sheeraz is predictably more forthcoming than the British titlist.
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Chris Eubank Jr vs. Conor Benn cancelled: Common sense prevails in dark week for British boxing

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Chris Eubank Jr. Trains during a Media Workout at The Now Building on October 05, 2022 in London, England.

After the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai broke an exclusive story Wednesday morning uncovering Conor Benn’s positive drugs test for clomifene – something both sides reportedly knew for a few weeks – tonight’s heavily anticipated fight card was eventually cancelled altogether Thursday after a manic 30-hour sequence which again has undermined the sport.
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Friday Fight Night – British middleweight title: Bentley vs. Morrison tops bill from York Hall show

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Two-time British middleweight champion Denzel Bentley (16-1-1) puts his strap on the line against Marcus Morrison (25-5) later tonight – a battle between two boxers who can’t afford to lose. Elsewhere, teenage super-featherweight talent Royston Barney Smith returns again, while unbeaten cruiserweight Ellis Zorro hopes he’ll be the latest to dismiss Dec Spelman and more.
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Andrade urges Eubank Jr to agree fight terms, but domestic duel with Benn nears completion

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Demetrius Andrade is introduced before the WBO middleweight title bout against Jason Quigley at SNHU Arena on November 19, 2021 in Manchester, New...

After pulling out of his scheduled fight against Zach Parker in May with a shoulder injury, WBO middleweight champion Demetrius Andrade still wants a UK appearance this year – against Parker’s compatriot and a bigger name in Chris Eubank Jr, but currently isn’t getting his way. Continue reading “Andrade urges Eubank Jr to agree fight terms, but domestic duel with Benn nears completion” →

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40 days on: After his Amir Khan KO win, what’s next for Kell Brook still remains unclear

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Kell Brook celebrates victory over Amir Khan during their Welterweight contest at AO Arena on February 19, 2022 in Manchester, England.

Referee Victor Loughlin compassionately saved Amir Khan from further punishment 40 days ago today, in a long overdue grudge match between two of the country’s best boxers since 2000. While Khan is reportedly plotting a bold comeback, there’s speculation aplenty but no clarity over who Kell Brook’s next opponent will be – after confirming he won’t retire last month. Continue reading “40 days on: After his Amir Khan KO win, what’s next for Kell Brook still remains unclear” →

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Eubank Jr scores four knockdowns, eases past Williams with wide decision victory

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Chris Eubank Jr knocks down Liam Williams in the middleweight contest at the Motorpoint Arena Cardiff. Picture date: Saturday February 5, 2022.

After an impressive start, it was an underwhelming finish as world title hopeful Chris Eubank Jr scored three knockdowns in the first four rounds, en route to retaining his #1 WBA middleweight ranking with a comfortable decision win (116-109, 116-109, 116-108) against Liam Williams. Continue reading “Eubank Jr scores four knockdowns, eases past Williams with wide decision victory” →

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Bad blood and egos aside, Eubank Jr must shine on enemy territory in Cardiff this weekend

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Chris Eubank Jr. Of England poses for a photograph after the BOXXER Media Work Out with his ahead of his forthcoming fight with Liam Williams of...

After two delays forced this domestic duel back a few months, #1 WBA middleweight contender Chris Eubank Jr prepares to make his third appearance under a promotional deal that believes he can clean out the 160lb division. Next up? A credible challenge on enemy shores who last year managed to do something he is longing for: challenging for a version of the world title. Continue reading “Bad blood and egos aside, Eubank Jr must shine on enemy territory in Cardiff this weekend” →

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Tough domestic duel: Chris Eubank Jr vs. Liam Williams scheduled for December 11

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Chris Eubank Jr settles bitter rivalry with Liam Williams in a huge British battle on December 11 live on Sky Sports | Boxing News | Sky Sports

Having promised to atone for a topsy-turvy 2021, #1 WBA middleweight contender Chris Eubank Jr will face a stiff test of his world championship aspirations when looking to silence domestic rival Liam Williams in enemy territory at the Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff on December 11.
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Take two: Eubank Jr vows for spiteful display vs. Germany’s Wanik Awdijan

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After his originally scheduled bout was twice cancelled a fortnight ago, #1 ranked WBA middleweight contender Chris Eubank Jr finally makes his in-ring return tomorrow night as part of a Newcastle Fight Night event card against Germany’s Wanik Awdijan, who claims he will have the same heat and energy his social media comments had come this weekend.
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Eubank Jr: Beat Anatoli Muratov this weekend; big fight awaits in December

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Chris Eubank Jr faces off against Anatoli Muratov during their media day ahead of the middleweight fight between Chris Eubank Jr and Anatoli Muratov...

Having ended his 16-month layoff with a comfy but uninspiring unanimous decision win over compatriot Marcus Morrison on May 1, middleweight contender Chris Eubank Jr (#1 WBA) feels he could have three fights by the year’s end if all goes to plan vs. Anatoli Muratov this weekend. Continue reading “Eubank Jr: Beat Anatoli Muratov this weekend; big fight awaits in December” →

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Eddie Hearn planning May PPV with Chisora-Parker headliner, Eubank Jr return

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Promoter Eddie Hearn celebrates victory with Dereck Chisora in the ring after the Heavyweight fight between Dereck Chisora and Carlos Takam at The O2...

Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn has his latest plan in motion: building a May pay-per-view event headlined by heavyweights Derek Chisora and Joseph Parker after the latter’s underwhelming win over compatriot Junior Fa last month. He also wants to place WBA interim middleweight champion Chris Eubank Jr on the undercard, who hasn’t fought since Dec. 2019.
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