Chris Eubank Jr has emphasized that there is ongoing effort to improve his relationship with his father. The two had a four-year period of minimal communication until they reunited on the night of Eubank Jr’s victory over Conor Benn in April. Eubank Sr made a grand entrance at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before his son outpointed his rival in a grueling 12-round bout.
The upcoming rematch between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will take place at the same venue this weekend, where Eubank Sr is expected to be present once again. Despite appearances, Eubank Jr clarified that their relationship is not entirely back to normal, stating that they are still working to address longstanding issues that have arisen over the years.
While expressing optimism about their future reconciliation, Eubank Jr acknowledged the importance of his father’s support at his next fight. He highlighted the significance of their progress as a family, including moments of shared meals and conversations reminiscing about the past.
Eubank Jr also shared a message of hope for others facing similar family challenges, emphasizing the possibility of reconciliation and unity even after periods of estrangement. The highly anticipated Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch is scheduled for Saturday, November 15, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with fans having the option to watch through DAZN PPV or a DAZN Ultimate plan.
Despite the positive strides in their relationship, Eubank Jr mentioned that he has not discussed tactical strategies for the rematch with his father. He clarified that his father is no longer involved in his training and emphasized the importance of maintaining clear boundaries between their father-son dynamic and the sporting aspect of their relationship. Eubank Jr highlighted his desire to separate the two spheres, underlining his personal growth and independence in decision-making within his career.
