This boxing podcaster must admit to being a bit surprised by how well Conor Benn did in the first bout against Chris Eubank Jr. Benn put up a valiant effort, facing a man much bigger in weight. Weight was a challenge for both men heading into their first meeting and could play a part in the rematch. The only possible issue that stood out for Eubank Jr was making the catchweight and feeling good enough in the ring. The rematch takes place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, streaming live on DAZN PPV.
Returning to the topic of weight, there’s still a chance that Chris Eubank Jr. could face some troubles, not just with making the weight, but also, as previously mentioned, with feeling his usual self. If you punish your body long enough to dwindle in weight, it will, at some point, take a toll. It’s something we won’t necessarily see at the Friday weigh-in. Looks can be deceiving for some fighters stepping on the scale. A boxer can look pale and unhealthy only to show up more than ready for action the next day.
Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn | FULL FIGHT REWIND ⏪
We won’t know if Eubank Jr will have an issue until the bell rings. It may rear its head in the second half. Speaking of the actual fight, Benn came out landing his lead right hand in the early goings and throughout the rounds. Conor’s left hook found a home, along with his jab, to an extent, anyway. Both guys landed at a high percentage overall. Once Chris got comfortable landing his jab, it led to him scoring a bunch of points as the rounds began to add up in his favor.
The middle rounds featured plenty of two-way action. Down the stretch, Eubank Jr landed the cleaner punches targeting the head and body with flurries. According to CompuBox, Eubank Jr landed 367 punches to Benn’s 215. Benn threw 593 punches, outworked by Chris, who threw 912 punches. A major advantage for Eubank was the jab, landing 140 compared to just 35 from Benn. Eubank’s jab is by far the most essential key to the rematch. Landing his jab opens space for his power punches with both hands. It also keeps Benn guessing, having to reset, derailing his offensive game plan.
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The betting odds are very close, with Eubank as the favorite on the money line, ranging from –135 to –200. Benn is anywhere from +125 to +140. If you can find Eubank around –135 to –150, it’s a solid bet. If you think the fight goes the distance once again, Chris can be had from +190 to +199 range via decision. Also, plus numbers for Eubank by knockout. Eubank stepped on the gas after the sixth round, and in the last three rounds, he threw 335 punches. The question will be whether Chris Eubank hits the gas pedal early in the rematch. If so, his chances for a stoppage significantly increase.
My Official Prediction is Chris Eubank by Decision.
- Eubank to start quicker
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Eubank Biggers and Stronger
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Eubank to establish his jab
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Side Note: Jack Catterall returns on the PPV undercard taking on a live underdog in Ekow Essuman. Adam Azim faces Kurt Scoby as a late replacement, and Ismael Davis vs. Sam Gilly is interesting on paper. Also, Saturday night Rafael Espinoza vs. Arnold Khegai along with Delgado vs Valenzuela. My Picks: Essuman, Azim, Davis, Espinoza, and Delagado.
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