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On the eve of the anticipated middleweight bout at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn, both fighters underwent a second weight check. Eubank successfully came in under the 12st 1lb limit, avoiding a repeat of the previous day where he had been fined £375,000 for missing the mark by 0.05lb. Despite the rehydration clause in place for Saturday’s weigh-in to ensure both fighters stayed within the designated weight range, Benn managed to add 9lb from his initial weigh-in of 11st 2lb on Friday.
With Eubank typically fighting in weight classes higher than Benn, who is considered a natural welterweight, there was heightened anticipation for their clash, which is taking place more than 30 years after their fathers’ rivalry in the 1990s. Originally scheduled to face off in 2022, the fight was postponed due to Benn’s failed drug test. However, he has since been cleared by anti-doping authorities, maintaining his unbeaten record in 23 professional fights. Conversely, Eubank Jr, with 34 wins and 3 losses, has faced a hefty sum in fines and payments to undercard fighters over the years, totaling to more than £500,000.
Leading up to the fight, Eubank’s weight fluctuation has been a focal point of discussion, especially throughout fight week. Despite struggling to meet the initial weight requirements, he managed to make the necessary adjustments to avoid another penalty. Critics of the rehydration clause, including Eubank Sr, have raised concerns about its impact on the fighters. On the other hand, Benn’s team believes it creates a more balanced playing field for both competitors. The process of shedding weight before a fight involves strategic measures such as dehydration, followed by rehydration to replenish the body adequately before stepping into the ring.
As the stage is set for the showdown between Eubank Jr and Benn, both fighters are poised to earn significant seven-figure purses. With the controversy surrounding Eubank’s weight resolved, all eyes are on the ring as these two skilled athletes prepare to make their mark in the highly anticipated middleweight contest
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