Chris Eubank Jr is “doing well” in hospital after his hard-fought factors victory over Conor Benn at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday evening.
Eubank Jr was taken to The Royal London as a precautionary measure and preliminary checks have come again clear, however he’s prone to stay in hospital till Monday. His father, Chris Eubank Snr, has been at his bedside, together with different members of his household.
Promoter Ben Shalom confirmed Eubank Jr is “doing well” as he continues to be monitored by medical employees and dominated out stories that the fighter suffered a damaged jaw.
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Chris Eubank Jr mentioned that he underestimated Conor Benn and that having his father again in his nook gave him an enormous elevate
“I’m pleased to confirm that Chris is doing well and currently resting,” mentioned Shalom. “There is no truth to the rumours regarding a broken jaw.
“As a part of his commonplace post-fight protocol, Chris is on the hospital for precautionary checks to watch his vitals and guarantee every part is so as.
“They take these measures very severely, given every part they’ve skilled prior to now. This course of is one thing they now prioritise after each combat.
“Chris and Conor gave absolutely everything in what was the biggest legacy fight of all time. With their fathers standing proudly behind them, it was a moment that will forever be stamped in sporting history.”
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Watch the second Chris Eubank Jr was declared the winner by unanimous determination over Conor Benn
Talking after his unanimous determination victory, Eubank Jr admitted he was stunned by Benn’s spirited efficiency following a gruelling 12-round battle.
“I knew I was capable of that. I just needed someone to bring it out of me,” mentioned Eubank Jr, who suffered a reduce over his proper eye following a conflict of heads within the ninth spherical.
“I didn’t expect Conor to be the guy to do that. I didn’t know he had that in him, I thought I would break him early.
“I underestimated him, I did not put together for a combat like that.
“The fact our fathers fought years ago brought out a different spirit and I am happy to have my father with me.”
Eubank Snr made a dramatic arrival earlier within the night and in addition mirrored on a bodily demanding combat for his son.
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Chris Eubank Jr entered the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium alongside his father after each had publicly fallen out within the build-up to his combat in opposition to Conor Benn.
“He couldn’t move around the ring, he had to stand toe to toe and that is legendary behaviour in the ring. I am so proud of him.
“Conor is a rare fighter and also you noticed that.
“I am so proud of my son.”
