eubank Jr. Reveals Surgery After Benn Victory, Dismisses Broken Jaw Claims
chris Eubank Jr. underwent surgery to repair a damaged eye sustained during his unanimous points victory over Conor Benn, the boxer revealed. The injury, caused by a headbutt during the fight, required stitches. Eubank Jr. spent two nights in the hospital for precautionary checks after the bout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Surgery Followed grueling Victory
Despite speculation fueled by Benn and promoter eddie Hearn about a potential broken jaw, Eubank Jr. refuted those claims. “Conor Benn and [promoter] Eddie Hearn ran away with the story of a broken jaw. There’s no broken jaw here. We are strong. Our bones are dense,” Eubank Jr. told Sky Sports.
Eubank Jr. Details Injury, Recovery
“When you get into a fight for 12 rounds, there are injuries that are sustained,” Eubank Jr.explained. “I got headbutted above my eye around the middle of the fight. It opened up and I had to go and have surgery on that to sew it up.” He added that while hospitalization and tests are protocol after such a fight, he is feeling good and grateful for the positive reception of the match.
Possible Future Matchups: Benn Rematch or Canelo Showdown?
Looking ahead, Eubank Jr. remains undecided on his next opponent. A rematch against Conor Benn and a potential fight against Mexican superstar Saul ’Canelo’ Álvarez are both possibilities. “watch this space,” Eubank Jr. said regarding a possible Benn rematch. “Boxing is a vrey stunning industry where anything can happen. The possibilities are endless. If the rematch is meant to be it will be. if not,there’s plenty of amazing fights to be had and grate things for me to achieve in this sport.”
Álvarez Fight Would Be a “Stadium Filler”
Eubank Jr. expressed enthusiasm about the prospect of facing Álvarez, who is set to defend his world super-middleweight titles against William Scull. “That is another stadium filler, absolutely. Wembley, Tottenham, any one of the large football stadiums in the UK will be filled for a fight like that. He is an opponent I’ve been looking at for many years now. The fans would love to see that and we will be doing whatever we can to secure that fight in the future.”
Reunion with Father Before Benn Fight
Adding another layer to the event, Eubank Jr.reunited with his father, Chris Eubank Sr., before the Benn fight. The pair had reportedly been estranged for years. Eubank Sr., who had previously criticized the matchup, surprised fans by appearing from his son’s car before the fight.
Eubank. Sr. described the moment on his YouTube channel: “A moment of a lifetime. It looks like it has been orchestrated by a director. For me to push the door open and put one foot down and there is the world’s media. I chuckled.”
Despite claims from Conor Benn and Eddie Hearn, what did Eubank Jr. state about the condition of his jaw?
eubank Jr. Reveals Surgery After Benn Victory, Dismisses Broken Jaw Claims
chris Eubank Jr. underwent surgery to repair a damaged eye sustained during his unanimous points victory over Conor Benn, the boxer revealed. The injury, caused by a headbutt during the fight, required stitches. Eubank Jr. spent two nights in the hospital for precautionary checks after the bout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Surgery Followed grueling Victory
Despite speculation fueled by benn and promoter eddie Hearn about a potential broken jaw, Eubank Jr. refuted those claims. “Conor Benn and [promoter] Eddie Hearn ran away with the story of a broken jaw. There’s no broken jaw here. We are strong. Our bones are dense,” Eubank jr. told Sky Sports.
eubank Jr. Details Injury, Recovery
“When you get into a fight for 12 rounds, there are injuries that are sustained,” Eubank Jr.explained. “I got headbutted above my eye around the middle of the fight. It opened up and I had to go and have surgery on that to sew it up.” He added that while hospitalization and tests are protocol after such a fight,he is feeling good and grateful for the positive reception of the match.
Possible Future Matchups: Benn Rematch or Canelo Showdown?
Looking ahead, Eubank Jr. remains undecided on his next opponent. A rematch against Conor Benn and a potential fight against Mexican superstar Saul ’Canelo’ Álvarez are both possibilities. “watch this space,” Eubank Jr. said regarding a possible Benn rematch. “Boxing is a vrey stunning industry where anything can happen. The possibilities are endless. If the rematch is meant to be it will be. if not,there’s plenty of amazing fights to be had and grate things for me to achieve in this sport.”
Álvarez Fight Would Be a “Stadium Filler”
Eubank Jr. expressed enthusiasm about the prospect of facing Álvarez,who is set to defend his world super-middleweight titles against William Scull. “That is another stadium filler, absolutely. Wembley, Tottenham, any one of the large football stadiums in the UK will be filled for a fight like that. He is an opponent I’ve been looking at for many years now. The fans would love to see that and we will be doing whatever we can to secure that fight in the future.”
Reunion with Father Before Benn Fight
adding another layer to the event, Eubank Jr.reunited with his father, Chris Eubank Sr., before the Benn fight. The pair had reportedly been estranged for years. Eubank Sr., who had previously criticized the matchup, surprised fans by appearing from his son’s car before the fight.
Eubank. Sr. described the moment on his YouTube channel: “A moment of a lifetime. It looks like it has been orchestrated by a director. For me to push the door open and put one foot down and there is the world’s media. I chuckled.”
Q&A: Unpacking Eubank Jr.’s victory and Future
Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways from Chris Eubank Jr.’s recent fight and what might be next for the middleweight contender:
What happened in the fight against Conor Benn?
Chris Eubank Jr. defeated Conor Benn by unanimous decision after a 12-round middleweight bout held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London [[1](https://news.sky.com/story/chris-eubank-jr-beats-conor-benn-by-unanimous-decision-in-middleweight-clash-13356682)]. Eubank Jr.sustained a cut above his eye due to a headbutt during the fight and required surgery. It’s a testament to his resilience that he fought through the injury to secure the win.
Did Eubank jr.break his jaw?
No, despite rumors, Eubank Jr. did not break his jaw. He refuted these claims, stating that his bones are strong. This highlights the physical demands and potential for injury in boxing.
What’s next for Eubank Jr.?
Eubank Jr.is considering two potential opponents: a rematch against Conor Benn or a fight against Saul “Canelo” Álvarez. A rematch with Benn is a possibility, while a fight against Canelo would be a major event, potentially filling a large stadium. He is keeping his options open, suggesting the unpredictable nature of boxing.
What about the reunion with his father?
A significant moment was the reunion of Chris Eubank Jr. with his father, Chris Eubank Sr., before the fight. They had reportedly been estranged, and the father’s appearance was a surprise.
What does this mean for eubank Jr.’s career?
The victory, despite the injury, solidifies eubank Jr.’s position in the middleweight division. The potential for a Canelo fight would be a huge step up, offering a chance to compete at the highest level and increase his legacy. A rematch with Benn is also a possibility, which is a highly anticipated bout.
Stay tuned to see what the future holds for Chris Eubank Jr. and his boxing career, as he continues to fight and overcome challenges.
