Conor Benn stepped into the ring carrying more than the weight of a rematch. He carried the weight of a family legacy that had shaped British boxing for more than 30 years. In their second meeting, the Londoner did not simply defeat Chris Eubank Jr. He outboxed him, outthought him, and delivered the Benn family’s first-ever victory over the Eubank name.
This time, there was no chaos, no wild trading, and no emotional unravelling. Instead, the younger fighter produced the most mature performance of his career, winning almost every round on the official scorecards.
Embed from Getty ImagesA Complete Turnaround from the First Fight
In their first bout, Benn’s youth and explosiveness caused problems early, but he eventually faded. He fought with emotion, forced unnecessary exchanges, and let the moment overwhelm him. Eubank Jr used that inexperience against him, kept his composure, and won by a clear unanimous decision.
The rematch told a very different story.
Conor boxed with patience, precision, and complete discipline. His jab was sharp, his timing was measured, and his movement forced Eubank Jr to reset time and again. The reckless flurries from the first fight were gone. This time, he controlled the pace from the opening bell to the final seconds, never allowing Eubank Jr to gain any momentum.
Embed from Getty ImagesBenn Breaks the Cycle
For decades, the Benn and Eubank rivalry has been defined by their fathers. Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr produced unforgettable battles in the 1990s, fights filled with emotion and controversy. Yet Nigel Benn was never able to beat Eubank Sr, leaving the family rivalry one-sided for more than three decades.
Now, that narrative has changed.
With this victory, Conor closed a chapter his father never could. He finally gave the Benn family the win that had eluded them in one of Britain’s most iconic sporting feuds. Benn didn’t just edge it; he won cleanly, controlled, and convincingly.
Embed from Getty Images“This Ends Here.” Benn Refuses Trilogy Fight
Immediately after the fight, Connor made his intentions clear. He told the crowd that he had no interest in facing Eubank Jr again. Standing in the centre ring, he announced to the arena, “This ends here.”
It was a message to Eubank Jr, to the fans, and to the media. Conor believes he has proven everything he needed to prove. His focus is now on his own career, not on revisiting the rivalry.
Next Target: The WBC Welterweight Title
Benn also confirmed his plan to return to 147 pounds, the weight at which he feels strongest and most natural. His next goal is a world title shot. He named Mario Barrios, the current WBC welterweight champion, as the opponent he wants next.
A fight with Barrios would return the Brit to his natural weight, offer him his first opportunity to become a world champion, and test him against a bigger and durable titleholder. It would also allow Benn the chance to establish himself on the global stage. After a performance of this quality, few would argue that he has not earned that opportunity.
Embed from Getty ImagesA New Chapter for Conor Benn
Conor did not just avenge a loss. He showed the boxing world a new version of himself: smarter, calmer, more controlled, and far more complete. He overcame the emotional burden of a rivalry that spanned generations and delivered the Benn family’s first-ever victory against the Eubanks.
Now, instead of looking back, the 28-year-old is looking forward. His focus is on winning a world title, returning to welterweight, and building a legacy on his own terms.
Below, you can watch the highlights from Eubank Jr. vs Conor Benn 2