Benn heavier than Eubank Jr. at weigh-in: Rematch in sight

Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. fulfilled the official weigh-in this Friday, marking the start of their awaited rematch. Benn registered 159.3 pounds on the scale, slightly surpassing his opponent, who weighed 159.1 pounds. In the previous face-off, Eubank Jr. had difficulties with the weight. In April, for his first fight, he failed to make weight on his first attempt, marking 160.2 pounds, and also on the second, with 160.05 pounds, exceeding the middleweight limit. Benn, for his part, weighed 156.4 pounds before their first encounter, moving up from the welterweight category for the fight. As in their first fight, the rematch includes a controversial 10-pound rehydration clause, meaning neither boxer can weigh more than 170 pounds on the day of the fight.

I feel like I am stronger for this fight, but deep down in my head I still want to lose weight.

Conor Benn

Benn also stated that he is focused on his personal goals in boxing, beyond the financial aspects.

Benn has stated his intention to return to the welterweight division and pursue a world title at 147 pounds after Saturday’s rematch. Furthermore, Benn expressed that he is not interested in a third fight, regardless of Saturday’s result. He plans to have two fights at welterweight before moving up to super welterweight, which has a limit of 154 pounds.

We want to offer the biggest possible fights to the public and, obviously, it’s financially rewarding for us, but you sit and think… How much money do you need?

Conor Benn

Benn also revealed his enthusiasm for returning to his natural weight and winning a world title to consolidate his personal legacy.