THE epic 35-year family feud is over, and Conor Benn is the last man standing.
The Destroyer put in a clinical and brutal performance at a packed Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last night.
Benn, 29, dominated Chris Eubank Jr from the first bell to the last, securing a wide points decision to level their score at one win apiece.
The judges’ scorecards – 119-107, 116-110, 118-108 – reflected the gulf in class on the night, a gulf punctuated by two heavy knockdowns of Eubank Jr in a dramatic final round.
Having now settled the score, Benn made it clear a trilogy is not on his mind.
Benn said in the ring: “It’s been some journey and this is the end of the Benn-Eubank saga.
“Done, finished, it’s over. I know Chris has twins coming and I’ve got my boy, but this ends here.
“This wouldn’t have been what it was without Chris and our dads, most of all. This is generational, this has never been done before in history.
“Credit to Chris, man. That’s all I’ve got to say. Thank you for sharing the ring with me.”
Benn’s focus is now on a different legacy—world titles.
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THE PRICE OF VICTORY
Victory has cemented Benn as arguably the biggest pay-per-view star in British boxing.
The rematch itself was a huge financial event, with the total purse reported to be between £15million and £18m.
Benn’s share of the pot is estimated to be a career-high payday of £7.5m to £8m, matching or even exceeding his rival’s earnings for this fight.
But that figure is set to be dwarfed by his next outing.
Having proven he is a major ticket-seller and PPV draw, Benn is now the “A-side.”
Promoters will be lining up to secure his services, and his next fight purse, especially if it’s for a world title, is expected to soar well into eight figures.
He has graduated from a famous son to the new cash machine of the sport.
THE AMERICAN HIT LIST
So, what’s next? Benn was clear: he’s returning to his natural 147lb welterweight division, and he’s “hunting Yanks.”
“All of them can get it, every day of the week and twice on Sundays,” Benn roared to the London crowd.
His team has already identified a clear path to gold.
MARIO BARRIOS (WBC CHAMPION)
This is the name at the top of the list.
Benn and his team have been vocal about their desire to fight for the coveted green belt.
After the fight, Benn said: “I feel great, I just want to get back in the gym and back in the ring.
“Mario Barrios for the WBC title.”
Sources have confirmed that “communications” have already taken place with the Barrios camp, with Benn’s team stating a fight is “highly likely” to be next.
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If the Barrios fight can’t be made immediately, Benn is spoilt for choice with big-money names.
He specifically called out a trio of America’s biggest stars:
- Devin Haney: A masterful technician and fellow new-generation star.
- Ryan Garcia: A fellow social media and crossover superstar, guaranteeing a massive PPV audience.
- Rolly Romero: A brash, hard-hitting champion who would make for an explosive build-up.
THE DOMESTIC OPTION: LEWIS CROCKER (IBF CHAMPION)
While Benn’s eyes are firmly on America, some pundits, like former champion Carl Frampton, have questioned if he can comfortably return to 147lbs after two fights at middleweight.
If he decides to campaign at 154lbs (super-welterweight) or wants another domestic dust-up, a clash with new IBF champion Lewis Crocker would be a huge all-British affair.
For now, though, Conor Benn holds all the cards. The Eubank chapter is closed, and the hunt for a world title has begun.
BENN’S BRAND POWER SOARS
Benn’s commercial pull has skyrocketed, transforming him into one of British boxing’s most marketable athletes.
His earnings from brand deals are now well into seven figures per fight.
For his recent Eubank Jr. rematch, Benn’s total take-home, including endorsements, was estimated at a massive £9.5m.
This reflects a sophisticated and lucrative sponsorship portfolio.
His core, long-term partner is iconic boxing brand Everlast, which provides his equipment and apparel.
However, Benn is now leveraging his A-side status to secure huge, event-specific deals.
The Eubank fight was headlined by betting giant Betfred, with its branding dominating the ring.
Most significantly, Benn has broken into the luxury market.
He sported a bespoke fight kit designed in collaboration with high-fashion house Palm Angels, elevating his brand far beyond traditional sports.
This move into luxury fashion, combined with his long-standing partnerships, has set a new benchmark for his earning potential, with future endorsement packages set to be even larger.
THE MONEY MACHINE
Currently, his estimated net worth is around £12m.
This figure is largely built on the massive purse from the Eubank rematch.
Benn’s guaranteed earnings were reported to be £8m before factoring in pay-per-view points and sponsorship bonuses.
Prior to this, his net worth was estimated to be in the £5m to £7m range.
The Eubank fight has single-handedly doubled his career earnings and elevated his financial status.
FIVE-YEAR FINANCIAL PROJECTION
Benn’s earning potential over the next five years is exponential.
He has now graduated from being a domestic draw to a genuine “A-Side” pay-per-view star.
His future net worth depends almost entirely on his next career moves.
We can project his potential earnings based on two different paths:
1. The UK Superstar Path
- Scenario: Benn continues to be a major UK-based PPV star but falls short of unifying the welterweight division.
- He engages in two or three more “super-fights” (like a trilogy with Eubank Jr. or a domestic clash with another big name) and one unsuccessful world title shot.
- Earning Potential: In this scenario, he can still command purses of £5m to £7m per fight.
- Projected five-year net worth – £35m
2. The Global Champion Path
- Scenario: Benn successfully returns to welterweight and captures a world title, likely by defeating a champion like Mario Barrios for the WBC belt.
- This makes him a global star and opens the door to mega-fights in the US.
- World Title Fights: His purses would immediately level up to the £10m – £12m ($12m – range per fight.
- US Super-Fights: A PPV clash in America against a star like Devin Haney or Ryan Garcia could land him a career-high payday of £15m.
- Projected five-year net worth – £100million.
In short, having established himself as a legitimate box-office attraction, Benn is no longer fighting for simple purses.
He is now in the elite tier where his earnings are directly tied to his ability to secure and win the biggest fights on the world stage.
Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr round by round: How fight unfolded as Destroyer dominates Next Gen
CONOR BENN ended his family’s THREE DECADE long wait for victory over the Chris Eubank clan.
Over 30 years after his dad Nigel was beaten and then drew against Eubank Sr – son Conor at last clawed back some bragging rights for his namesake.
Eubank Jr was an excellent but razor-close winner in April – but in their rematch back at Tottenham it was close to a shutout over 12 rounds for Benn.
And Benn sealed the deal with two knockdowns in the final round – to leave the official scores reading 119-107, 116-110, 119-108.
But here is SunSport’s breakdown and scoring off the rematch.
ROUND 1
Far more subdued opening from the first fight with Benn more reserved, landing right hook to the body.
Nice right hand from Benn catches Eubank on top of the head.
Eubank fires back with a double jab and hand combination.
Benn misses wildly with a hook as the two end the round in a clinch.
BENN
ROUND 2
Right hand chops down from Eubank just shaving Benn’s temple.
Benn launches an attack but Eubank spoils before wrestling the smaller man to the ground – showing his superior size and strength.
A left hook to the body rebounds off Eubank’s ribs before he tries coming back with a double jab of his own.
Benn snaps Eubank’s head back with a jab and boxes nicely on the outside, landing a lead left to the body.
BENN
ROUND 3
Eubank whipping in counter left hooks and rear uppercuts but misses the mark with Benn feinting on the outside.
Two lovely counters, an uppercut and a left hook for Eubank in a round he desperately needed to win.
EUBANK
ROUND 4
Eubank tries to grab hold and rough up Benn but to no avail.
Big right hand from Benn skims off Eubank’s skull but he’s not bothered.
Right hand to the body stabs in for Benn and Eubank misses the follow up counter.
BENN
ROUND 5
Benn boxing and moving on the outside, launching the jab then getting back out of range.
Eubank attempts a three-punch combination but hits nothing but air – concerning signs already.
Right hand lands for Benn but Eubank fires back with a sharp left hook counter.
BENN
ROUND 6
A right hand lands for Eubank before ducking underneath Benn’s wild haymaker.
But Benn is boxing and moving, landing jabs and body shots.
Eubank starting to pick Benn off with the jab, making the smaller man miss with his right-hand replies.
Desperate lunge forward from Eubank sees him miss wildly with the right and left – closing out an uneventful round.
BENN
ROUND 7
Both men swing from the hip and end up in a clinch.
Benn has Eubank backed into a corner and lets a combination to the body go.
Eubank looks to land the jab and almost falls over his feet, losing his balance; he looks spent without even exerting any energy.
Huge right hand from Benn rocks Eubank – he almost seemed to wake up after that shot.
BENN
ROUND 8
Benn launches a right hand and Eubank counters with an uppercut but it just grazes the sweet spot.
Eubank’s gumshield comes out – giving him a moment to try and gather himself and get back into the fight.
Referee calls them over after sustained holding but after the break Eubank springs into action landing a big right hand.
EUBANK
ROUND 9
Big right hand from Benn snaps Eubank’s head back but he fires back with a three-punch reply of his own.
Benn walks forward, driving a right hand into Eubank’s body with nothing coming back.
Eubank stands in the middle and swings hooks but Benn evades – it’s one-way traffic.
BENN
ROUND 10
Benn lands a nice one-two and Eubank looks to hold in response – he has no answers.
Benn jabs from the hip and Eubank – feet still planted – takes it on the chin.
Eubank is retreating back to the ropes but offering nothing in terms of offence.
BENN
ROUND 11
Benn jumps in with a jab in time to slip the laboured reply coming his way.
Eubank almost spins himself around trying to land the left hook – a punch he has failed to connect with all night.
Boos began to echo around the chilly Spurs stadium – before turning into cheers as Eubank is thrown into the ropes.
BENN
ROUND 12
Benn dips underneath, lands a right uppercut and pivots off, lovely work.
One-two lands for Benn and Eubank counters with an uppercut before winging over a wild right hand which misses by a mile.
Big right hand floors Eubank in the final round but he bravely makes it to his feet.
He circles around to get his feet underneath hm as Benn chases after him.
Benn bundles Eubank down again to score his second knockdown before the bell saves his born rival.
BENN
SunSport’s total scores Eubank 110 Benn 118
