Eubank Jr makes feelings clear as Benn brutally | Boxing News

Chris Eubank Jr mercilessly taunted Eddie Hearn following Conor Benn’s gorgeous swap to Zuffa Boxing after the 29-year-old’s controversial transfer to be a part of UFC boss Dana White was confirmed. Benn triumphed over Eubank in their high-profile rematch, gaining the higher hand on his long-standing adversary and extending his document to 24 victories, with his sole defeat coming at the arms of his rival in April 2025.

The 29-year-old has reportedly inked a profitable one-fight contract with Matchroom Boxing’s competitor, the promoter who initially signed the orthodox fighter upon turning skilled. The transfer occurred just days after a heated exchange erupted between White and Hearn, that includes biting feedback from both promoters. White is a newcomer to the boxing scene, having boldly transitioned after ruling the blended martial arts world with his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) reign.

Benn’s profitable determination offers a vital blow to Hearn and Matchroom, as one of their major fighters departs the promotion. This sparked a number of reactions from Eubank, who has had verbal sparring classes with the promoter during past press convention tours.

Eubank said on social media: “Edddieeee how you feeling buddy? @EddieHearn.” In his announcement, Benn confirmed he’s concentrating on legacy fights after a reported eight-figure deal.

He said: “First and foremost, I want to thank Eddie and the entire team at Matchroom for everything they’ve done for me over the past decade. From guiding me when I first turned pro, to headlining stadium shows.

“They weren’t only with me for those spotlight moments but stood shoulder to shoulder with me during the robust instances. It’s been a journey past something we may have imagined, and for their perception, assist, and steerage, I’ll always be actually grateful, but Zuffa Boxing introduced me with an alternative I merely could not refuse.”

“I’d love Eddie to continue to be half of my group and for our partnership to evolve in this new chapter. I’m stuffed with pleasure and starvation for what’s forward with Zuffa Boxing.

“I want the legacy fights, the biggest nights, the biggest stages. I fear no man at any weight, and I’m ready to give the fans the fights they’ve been calling for. I’m in my prime, and together we have bold, ambitious plans.”

Benn secured his place on the global stage and amongst those vying for championship bouts following his victory over Eubank Jr in their November rematch at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The 29-year-old reversed his loss from seven months earlier to make his mark on the long-standing rivalry, which stretches back a long time to when their fathers, Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank, confronted each other in two iconic British superfights.

Speaking after the announcement, a visibly downcast Hearn took duty for Benn’s departure to a competitor, aiming to make a vital influence in the game. Hearn said: I’m not going to sit right here and grasp Conor Benn out to dry, I’ll be trustworthy with you, me personally, fairly devastated.

“I’ve had a few days to digest what might happen. Maybe this interview is different to what it would have been a couple of days ago, it’s not often you get shocked, I blame myself, because I forgot it was boxing.

“I just felt that the loyalty that we have shown would never ever put us in this place. I felt I never actually needed to push Conor Benn to signal a new contract beforehand and I in all probability may have performed. I blame myself, I made a mistake. I misjudged the character.”