Chris Eubank Jr. has been fined £375,000 after weighing in slightly over the limit for his fight against Conor Benn set for Saturday. Eubank weighed 72.597kg (160.05lb) exceeding the 72.57kg (160lb) limit, while Benn came in lighter than expected. Both fighters agreed to a rehydration clause preventing excessive weight gain before the match. The eagerly awaited bout had earlier been canceled due to Benn's positive drug test. Family dynamics add complexity, with clashes between both boxers' fathers and their varying expectations influencing the pre-fight atmosphere.
Eubank Jr. will be fined £375,000 after missing weight by just 14 grams ahead of his highly anticipated fight with Conor Benn.
The past year has seen this fight encounter numerous controversies, including a previous cancellation due to Benn's doping case involving clomifene.
Eubank Jr. acknowledged the weight cut challenges but expressed deeper concerns about personal issues, stating 'these are all things that are not important'.
The fight has been labeled a 'circus' by Eubank Sr., showcasing the intense familial rivalries behind the scenes.
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