Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn faced the press in London today to officially announce their upcoming bout scheduled for April 26. The atmosphere wasn’t quite as charged as it was earlier in the week, but there was still an undeniable tension in the room, involving not just the boxers but even the promoters.
The hot topic for Eubank was whether he’d gone too far by hurling an egg at Benn earlier in the week. Below are some key moments from the press conference, with the entire video available above.
### Eubank on Whether He Overstepped Last Time
“Did I overstep? Well, in my view, throughout these last two-and-a-half years, we’ve crossed plenty of lines. I’m sitting here with two of what I consider the most disgraceful figures in boxing—an individual who failed drug tests and a promoter who bent over backwards to sweep it under the rug.
“So, throwing an egg at somebody absurdly blaming contaminated eggs for his failed drug tests? I think it’s a fitting, albeit light, response. He needed to feel that embarrassment, and if the chance came, I’d do it again. Sadly, I’ve been searched thoroughly today and couldn’t sneak any in.
“But on a serious note, this fight is real. It’s going to be a battle reminiscent of the classic fight between my dad and Nigel Benn. Mark my words, it’s going to be something to remember.”
### Benn’s Take on the Egg Incident
“He’s a fool. That’s all there is to it, and I can’t wait for the fight on April 26, where he’ll get properly beaten. Just look at his own team; they don’t even like him. Pay attention during the press conference and you’ll see they’re just putting on a show.”
### Eubank’s Response to Nigel Benn’s Reaction
“I get why you felt angry and heated after I egged Conor the other day, Nigel… But you grabbed me by the neck, and I’ll let it slide this time given the circumstances. Just know, though, if you ever lay a hand on me again, you won’t get it back.”
The stage is set for what promises to be a compelling showdown, with both fighters determined to make their mark and give the audience a fight to remember.
