Chris Eubank Jr breaks silence with one-word update after being taken to hospital following incredible Conor Benn win
CHRIS EUBANK JR shared a one-word update after his stunning win over Conor Benn.
The fighter lived up to his father’s legacy by beating rival Benn on points, with all three judges scoring the contest 116-112 in his favour.
Eubank was joined by his dad Eubank Sr during his ring walk and inside the squared circle after his win.
And after following in his father’s footsteps, 35 years after Sr. beat Conor’s dad Nigel Benn, Jr used only one word to express his emotions: “History“.
He received congratulations from fans and others within boxing, including his cousin Harlem Eubank.
Harlem wrote: “Proud cuz”
Fellow boxer Anthony Fowler commented: “Done the family name proud ”
Eubank, 35, revealed he was inspired to victory by his dad, and suggested the fathers’ legacy brought out a different spirit in him.
He said: “The fact our fathers did it all those years ago brings out a different spirit in you and that’s what we showed here tonight.
“I’m happy to have this man [Eubank Sr] back with me. He needed to be here. All this is because of what he did.
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“We upheld the family name. Onwards and upwards.”
Eubank was taken to hospital after the fight but his team has played down the severity of his condition after Benn claimed he had a broken jaw.
His promoter Ben Shalom said in a statement: “I’m pleased to confirm that Chris is doing well and currently resting.
“There is no truth to the rumours regarding a broken jaw.
“As part of his standard post-fight protocol, Chris went to hospital for precautionary checks to monitor his vitals and ensure everything is in order.
“They take these measures very seriously, given everything they have experienced in the past.
“This process is something they now prioritise after every fight.
“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 vs Benn: SunSport's verdict
THIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.
Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.
After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.
Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed.