Hearn vs Eubank: Should Benn Chase Legacy or Big Money
Eddie Hearn could barely hide how proud he was when he sat down to talk about Conor Benn after Saturday night’s explosive showdown against Chris Eubank Jr. at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The event, which many dubbed ‘Hearn vs Eubank’ outside the ring due to the heavy involvement of the two promoters, added an extra layer of intrigue to an already historic night. The two fighters — carrying the weight of their famous last names — delivered a classic that British boxing fans won’t soon forget.
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“Honestly, I think we witnessed one of the greatest fights in British boxing history tonight,” Hearn told the media, beaming. “Both men gave it everything. They fought with heart, pride, and grit. But the guy sitting next to me, Conor Benn — I just witnessed something special.”
Despite stepping up from 147 pounds to face a naturally bigger man at middleweight, Benn never once backed down. He fought toe-to-toe, showing relentless spirit for all 12 rounds.
“He moved up two divisions to take on a bigger guy and never stopped pressing forward,” Hearn said. “Win or lose, that’s what it’s all about.”
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The fight was brutal, fast-paced, and unpredictable. Each man had his moments, and when the final bell rang, opinions on who won were split. Hearn didn’t dwell on the result.
“Some thought Conor won, some thought Eubank did enough,” he said. “At the end of the day, what matters to me is Conor’s performance. The heart he showed. The willingness to fight through it all.”
Not long ago, it would have been hard to imagine Benn in this position. His career was almost derailed when their original 2022 fight was called off after Benn failed two drug tests — something he has always denied. Throughout the ordeal, Hearn stayed loyal, and Saturday night felt like redemption.
“This kid’s always been a good person,” Hearn said. “Through all the chaos, he kept his head down, stayed humble, and kept working. Tonight, he showed the world who he really is.”
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There is a rematch clause in the contract, and in the ring after the fight, both sides hinted that they could run it back as early as September. But Hearn isn’t so sure that’s the best move.
“Of course, we can do the rematch if we want,” Hearn said. “But maybe it’s time to go after what Conor deserves — a world title.”
Hearn pointed out that Benn, now riding a huge wave of momentum, could step back down to welterweight and chase gold, possibly against WBC champion Mario Barrios.
“After what he did tonight against a much bigger man, imagine him back at 147,” Hearn said. “He’d be a nightmare for anyone.”
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The promoter also had concerns about putting Benn through another grueling war so soon. Saturday’s fight was one of those battles that, while legendary, can shorten careers.
“That was a tough, tough fight,” Hearn said. “Those kinds of wars take a toll on a fighter. And Conor’s only 28. He’s got years ahead of him if we’re smart.”
While much of the talk before the fight focused on Eubank’s struggle to make weight, Hearn was quick to highlight that it was Benn who had taken the real gamble by moving up two divisions.
“Everyone went on about Eubank’s weight cut,” Hearn said, shaking his head. “But Conor stepped up in weight. He fought a true middleweight — and he stood his ground the entire night.”
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One thing is certain: Conor Benn is now a bonafide star. Hearn said he could see Benn selling out major arenas across the UK going forward.
“He’s a superstar now,” Hearn said. “Fans love him. He fights the way people want to see — all action, all heart.”
Still, the decision remains: chase history with a world title fight or capitalize on the buzz with a blockbuster rematch.
“Financially, the rematch is massive,” Hearn admitted. “But becoming a world champion? That’s forever. That’s legacy.”
As proud as Hearn was, he kept returning to one theme: Benn’s heart.
“I always knew he was talented,” Hearn said. “But tonight, he showed something you can’t teach. That ‘never say die’ attitude. That’s what separates the good from the great.”
He paused, almost getting emotional.
“You either have that in you or you don’t. Conor Benn showed the world he has it.”
In the coming weeks, Benn’s team will have big decisions to make. Whether it’s a world title shot or another epic clash with Eubank Jr., one thing’s clear — Conor Benn’s future is brighter than ever.
And Eddie Hearn, for one, can’t wait to see how far his fighter can go.
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