1 week Ago By Donal Long, Bloody Knockout
A sold-out Tottenham Hotspur Stadium played host to one of the greatest battles in modern British boxing as a family feud was reignited. Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. stepped into the ring in London over 30 years after Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr.
’s second meeting . As Eubank Jr. defeated Benn , the slugfest was adored by boxing fans as the rivals both gave their all.
The win improved Eubank Jr.’s record to 35-3, as Benn suffered the first defeat of his career. It is unclear as to who Eubank Jr.
will face in his next bout, however, there are some interesting options for the fighter. Here are some potential future opponents for Eubank Jr.: Conor Benn The fight that will be most discussed for Eubank Jr.
’s next step is a rematch with Benn. It has been confirmed by Eddie Hearn that agreements for a sequel bout are already in place, as they were agreed prior to April 26th, 2025. Nigel Benn wants a rematch between Conor Benn and Eubank Jr.
, however, it is currently unclear whether it will come to fruition or not. Conor Benn made the move from welterweight to middleweight for the bout, so he may return to his original weight division after the loss. However, it is understood that Turki Alalshikh has a significant interest in making the rematch for later in 2025.
Canelo Alvarez One of the major talking points going into the bout between Benn and Eubank Jr. was an opportunity to face Canelo Alvarez . Although the Mexican fighter is set to take on William Scull on May 3rd, 2025 , a fight in the next calendar year could be possible.
The WBC had backed the idea of the winner of Eubank Jr. vs Benn facing Alvarez for a world title opportunity, meaning it could be a possibility. It is also worth noting that a bout has been rumoured to take place in September between Alvarez and Terence Crawford .
Should this happen, Eubank Jr. will have to continue to wait to get his shot at one of the greatest Mexican fighters of all time . Janibek Alimkhanuly Should a world title be the aim for Eubank Jr.
, Alvarez is not his only viable option. Janibek Alimkhanuly is a world middleweight champion, holding the WBO and IBF world titles. Although Eubank did miss the 160 lbs limit for his fight with Benn, he has fought consistently in the weight class for several years now.
This means that it could be a viable option for Eubank should he aim towards a middleweight title. Other fighters in the division who hold world titles are Erislandy Lara and Carlos Adames, who could be viable options. Billy Joe Saunders Should another grudge match be on the cards for Eubank Jr.
, then he may opt for a battle with Billy Joe Saunders . Saunders handed Eubank Jr. his first defeat in 2014 , winning via split decision.
However, tensions began to bubble slightly between the former foes in 2025. Saunders was involved in a scuffle with Eubank Jr.’s team, as he was denied access to check the fighter’s wraps ahead of the bout with Benn.
In what would be an all-English affair, Eubank Jr. may aim to get revenge for his first loss. Hamzah Sheeraz Another option for Eubank is another domestic dust-up with Hamzah Sheeraz .
Sheeraz was denied a win for the first time in his career in 2025, drawing with Adames in February. Although the Englishman has eyed a bout with Edgar Berlanga, Eubank Jr. could be a tempting alternative.
With both men previously competing at middleweight and potentially eyeing a move up to 168 lbs, it could be a fight of interest to each party. This article first appeared on Bloody Knockout and was syndicated with permission..
