Chaos at the Press Conference
The highly anticipated face-off between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn has been abruptly cancelled due to significant security concerns. This decision comes in the aftermath of chaotic scenes during a recent press conference held in Manchester. Eubank Jr’s controversial act of slapping an egg in Benn’s face escalated tensions, prompting the cancellation of their planned appearance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Upcoming Press Conference Under Scrutiny
While the initial plans for the confrontation on Wednesday were scrapped, a second press conference is scheduled to take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Organizers are reportedly drafting in additional security measures to prevent any further altercations between the two fighters. Given the recent events, the atmosphere remains tense as anticipation builds for their grudge fight on April 26, 2025.
Potential Disciplinary Actions
The British Boxing Board of Control (BBBC) has indicated that they are aware of the incident and may take disciplinary action against Eubank Jr. In a statement, the BBBC confirmed that they are addressing the situation in accordance with their regulations. Both fighters are under scrutiny as the boxing community watches closely to see how this incident will impact the upcoming bout.
