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In an exclusive development, the highly anticipated clash between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. is on the verge of being finalized, despite the ongoing legal battle over two failed drug tests from Benn that led to the cancellation of their previous bout. The potential fight is expected to take place on February 3, 2024.
‼️ Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn is reportedly now expected to be finalised this week, targeted for Feb 3rd at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Appeal in Benn's UKAD case over his two positive drugs tests from last year remains ongoing, but it's not yet decided if appeal will be heard…
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) November 27, 2023
The working target for the fight is the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with minor details on Eubank's side yet to be resolved. While an announcement is believed to be imminent, the biggest complication remains Benn's status with the British Boxing Board of Control. Sources indicate that Benn's promoters have approached the Board to request the sanctioning of the bout, but this move could face challenges amid the ongoing legal situation tied to Benn's failed drug tests.
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The potential showdown between Benn and Eubank Jr. has generated significant buzz within the boxing community, with fans eagerly anticipating the resolution of the legal and logistical hurdles that have surrounded the fight. The clash between these two formidable fighters promises to be a spectacle that will capture the attention of boxing enthusiasts worldwide.
The controversy surrounding Benn's failed drug tests and the subsequent cancellation of the initial bout has added an extra layer of intrigue to the potential matchup. Despite the legal complexities, the imminent finalization of the fight has set the stage for a compelling narrative that is poised to dominate headlines in the lead-up to the scheduled bout.
As the boxing world awaits the official confirmation of the Benn vs. Eubank Jr. fight, the anticipation continues to build for what is poised to be a momentous event in the sport. The potential clash between these two fighters has undoubtedly captured the attention of boxing enthusiasts and set the tone for compelling future matchups in the sport for 2024.
