Conor Benn could have gained extra respect and recognition in defeat in opposition to Chris Eubank Jr than he has for any of his 23 wins, developing quick with a tremendously courageous and hard-fought effort in opposition to a naturally greater man, in what turned out to be a combat even larger than its promoters possible figured.
Benn didn’t complain of a theft or something, sounding upset, which you’d anticipate of somebody who got here up quick giving that type of effort.
“I felt prefer it was an in depth combat. I’ve obtained to observe it again, I do know it was shut. I stayed on the ropes perhaps a bit too lengthy, and he labored more durable in the direction of the top. I’m gonna have to observe it again, however I loved it,” he mentioned.
Benn (23-1, 14 KO) mentioned that the pre-fight discuss didn’t imply something as soon as the bell sounded, and that he knew Eubank (35-3, 25 KO) was a great fighter and a tricky problem entering into.
He additionally mentioned that he’d like to do the rematch instantly at 160, but when it’s not there, he’ll return to 147 and goal Mario Barrios and the WBC title.
“We all the time knew Chris is an effective fighter. I imply all of the combating discuss is combating discuss. He’s a great fighter,” Benn mentioned.
“I consider I can combat at 160. If we don’t do the rematch — which I’d like to avenge that loss — then we’ll return right down to welterweight and win the WBC world title. It’s both Mario Barrios or the rematch with Eubank. No matter occurs subsequent, I’ll be content material with.”
