Conor Benn: Excitement After Victory Against Eubank Jr.
Conor Benn expressed his excitement after his victory over Chris Eubank Jr., a fight that culminated in a dominant performance by the boxer. Benn demonstrated a notable superiority, surpassing Eubank Jr. with a strategy that surprised many. In the first encounter, Eubank Jr. had won, but Benn managed to reverse the situation at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, securing the victory by unanimous decision and with two knockdowns in the twelfth round. The post-fight press conference was an emotional moment for Benn, who reflected on the two fights and the importance of this victory for his family.I feel like I’m going to go home and cry.
Conor Benn
It’s been tough. Facing my first defeat, coming back from adversity. These are things you have to do. As a man, you go through things in life and you don’t know why.
Conor Benn
But you just have to keep fighting. Staying in shape, staying in shape when you really don’t want to show up.
Conor Benn
In 2022, before the original fight scheduled against Eubank Jr., Benn failed two drug tests. Subsequently, he was authorized to fight again in the UK in 2024, but acknowledged having had suicidal thoughts during the intervening two years. The 29-year-old boxer dedicated the victory to his friends and family, who supported him during that time.Facing your own demons every day, that’s the hardest fight in reality. Getting in the ring for 36 minutes is not a problem.
Conor Benn
There are a lot of people in the locker room who were there for me in those moments, who gave me advice. Ultimately, I couldn’t do it alone. I wasn’t strong enough to do it alone.
Conor Benn
I had good support people around [who] helped me carry the burden. The people in that room, the victory is for them. Each and every one of us because when I was down, we were all down. And when I’m doing well, we’re all doing well.
Conor Benn
I wouldn’t be the man I am, I wouldn’t be the fighter I am without my team.
Conor Benn
