Benn v Eubank 3 - would you watch it?

[Capricorn1]

The rumor mill is gathering momentum about a possible 3rd fight between these two, Benns 50 odd and Eubanks 48 years of age.
If they both past a medical and were given the green light then i don't see why not.
I saw some footage of Benn a few months back and he still hits hard and looks in great shape.
I have to say i would definitely watch this if it did happen.

[PredatorHayds]

I'd watch it.

Both same age. As long as they were both fit and no-one got hurt.

[jamesmcdonnell]

I don't know - Benn looked pretty shot to bits last time he fought, Balance is completely gone, it's one thing hitting pads, but getting punched in the head another entirely.

If it was an exhibition, then fine, but at their age, and with their temperaments, they could end up really doing eachother up like kippers.

I reckon Benn would knock seven bells out of Eubank now, Chris hasn't really stayed in the same kind of shape Benn has.

[funso banjo baby]

I'd watch it.

Both same age. As long as they were both fit and no-one got hurt.

so you mean you would defend your decision AFTER the fight as long as no one got hurt? ;;-)

[PredatorHayds]

I'd watch it.

Both same age. As long as they were both fit and no-one got hurt.

so you mean you would defend your decision AFTER the fight as long as no one got hurt? ;;-)

By that I mean I hope it's done in the right manner. A 4 or 6 rounder.
Wouldn't want to see them go toe to toe in a all out war like the old days.

[Cyclops]

I wonder what they both weigh these days as I'm sure Chris is naturally bigger? They'd probably have to contract it at cruiser or something near that wouldn't they?

Don't really want to see it. Both seem to have all their faculties and both have tragic histories of brain damaging and retiring other men. They should remember that before even considering stepping back in with each other.

It won't happen anyway

[expe]

No and if anyone actually allowed it to happen they should be ashamed of themselves, two 50 year old men, retired for 15-20 years, coming back out of retirement for an attempt at one last hurrah? Not for me.

[Nightmare Roy]

Out of respect no, they are the two guys who got me into boxing. Saying that if they do it I hope they both earn well and walk away ok.

[chad]

If it was free to view on terrestrial / network TV then yes. I've seen older fatter men fighting outside the pub at closing time and thoroughly enjoyed it.

[SNG]

Of course I would, we all would regardless of what any poster says here. If this fight was on we'd all tune in. I've no desire to see it though.

[punchoutsb]

If they get paid, why not? I don't like seeing guys fight on past their best, but they have every right to earn a living any legal way they can.

I'd just hope no injuries occur (as in any fight).

[Capricorn1]

Benn Seems deadly serious about this and still looks lethal in this youtube clip from April this year when he's whacking the pads held by Ricky Hatton!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgTU-OmY-rk


British super middleweight legend Nigel Benn has informed WBN of his frustrations as ‘The Dark Destroyer’ attempts to entice old foe Chris Eubank back into the ring for one final fight.
Londoner Benn wants to reignite his rivalry with Eubank 22 years on from the last meeting at Old Trafford and has held talks with the Brighton man about the pair finally nailing down a trilogy clash after all these years.

Eubank holds a victory over Benn from their first meeting back in 1990, before the former world champions battled to a drew three years later amidst a wave of animosity and anticipation in what has been one of the greatest feuds to ever grace a UK ring.

Over two decades later and an intriguing third contest, which is so far 21 months in the making, is in danger of falling apart as Benn wants his final episode with Eubank done and dusted by the spring of 2016.

“We have been talking since November 2013 and Chris only has a couple of months left before I call a halt on things,” Benn exclusively told World Boxing News.

“Like allegedly has said in the past; ‘Chris is just hard work’ and I haven’t got time for his stupidity. I came back to England in May and we had a meeting for about four or five hours with his associates, but all I got was a lot of hot air which is usual for Chris.”

Even at 51 years of age, Benn wowed fans and media alike recently in a pad session with Ricky Hatton in Manchester, and despite not fighting since back-to-back reverses against Steve Collins in 1996, the veteran has kept himself busy in the gym on various projects.

Training with fighters like ex and current WBC title holders Sakio Bika and Anthony Mundine in his native Australia, alongside coaching his talented young son Conor, have kept Benn active and physically healthy and the big-puncher hopes a last chance to grace the big stage comes off.

“Look, I am in the best shape of my life and I am not joking. I will not lie to you when I say I am fit and I am fit," Benn stressed.

“I am willing to put something on YouTube to show how serious I am and let people see just how in shape I am. There's been no bad habits outside of the ring, plus I have Jesus now in my life. I am super-fit and ready to fight Chris again.”

Asked about possible venues for Eubank III, Benn cited Wales in the UK as an attractive proposition.

“We are looking at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff because it has a roof, hopefully by March as I will not go past that date,” he said.

“When he signs, and if he signs - I am ready,” added Benn.

[jamesmcdonnell]

I don't think it will happen.

I doubt very much that Eubank will really want any part of it.

I remember years ago when they both took part in some show where they competed in gladiatorial style events, - Benn was still full of piss and vinegar, and clearly still hated Eubank with a passion, whereas Eubank couldn't really be arsed with it, and clearly gave up.

I think eubank probably likes the idea of it, and having his name bandied about, but I just don't think he will want to fight again. He was always quite disparaging about the brutality of boxing, and I very much doubt he would want to put himself through it again.

If they did, I think Benn would smash him to pieces.

[Capricorn1]

I don't think it will happen.

I doubt very much that Eubank will really want any part of it.

I remember years ago when they both took part in some show where they competed in gladiatorial style events, - Benn was still full of piss and vinegar, and clearly still hated Eubank with a passion, whereas Eubank couldn't really be arsed with it, and clearly gave up.

I think eubank probably likes the idea of it, and having his name bandied about, but I just don't think he will want to fight again. He was always quite disparaging about the brutality of boxing, and I very much doubt he would want to put himself through it again.

If they did, I think Benn would smash him to pieces.

Agreed!
Check that youtube video i posted above, Benn looks in great shape and can still hit

[Syntax Error]

I'd watch it, but through my fingers in absolute bewilderment that two rickety old men (in sporting terms) who can't park their egos would consider partaking in something so ridiculous.

With the exception of George Foreman & Bernard Hopkins, boxing is a young man's game & two fifty year olds have no business in the ring.

Boxing often struggles for credibiltiy because the biggest names don't fight each other so much these days.

Dredging up a rivalry from two decades ago won't do anything to change that.

[sucracristo]

to me, it's a little sad when boxers can't retire in peace and move on after their
careers are over, especially when they see the chance of one more paycheck
always lingering out there. benn specifically retired citing health issues in the
head injury department, having his corner stop the second collins fight when
he wasn't being hit more than any other boxer on his way to a losing decision,
and wrenching his knee in the first collins fight. i have no problem with people
boxing at any age under the right conditions, masters boxing and exhibtions for
example, but at some point when you legitimately retire from professional boxing
for good reasons, even if you still stay fit for quality of life reasons, just enjoy the
belt and trinkets on the shelf and looking back on your experiences and accept
that you are in a different stage of life. take up golf and tennis and stay involved
in boxing in other ways as a commentator, promoter, trainor, etc.

[Noxy]

I wouldn't, you have to be real. They've had their day and they were great. It wouldn't be the same if they went again and I'm pretty sure they won't as well

[Syntax Error]

I don't know - Benn looked pretty shot to bits last time he fought, Balance is completely gone, it's one thing hitting pads, but getting punched in the head another entirely.

If it was an exhibition, then fine, but at their age, and with their temperaments, they could end up really doing eachother up like kippers.

I reckon Benn would knock seven bells out of Eubank now, Chris hasn't really stayed in the same kind of shape Benn has.

Really?

Chris Eubank looks in fantastic shape.

I've seen him in person at a couple of his son's fights & he looks lean & cut.

He looks like a guy that still trains regularly & could actually fight.

[sucracristo]

I've seen him in person at a couple of his son's fights & he looks lean & cut.
He looks like a guy that still trains regularly & could actually fight.

in street clothes he could look to most people like he's in decent chape, but still be over
200lbs and not be able to jog a mile. at public appearances in a suit, carl lewis still looks
like he's in good shape, but that doesn't mean he can even break 20 feet in the long jump,
anymore.

[CTaylor1999]

I've seen him in person at a couple of his son's fights & he looks lean & cut.
He looks like a guy that still trains regularly & could actually fight.

in street clothes he could look to most people like he's in decent chape, but still be over
200lbs and not be able to jog a mile. at public appearances in a suit, carl lewis still looks
like he's in good shape, but that doesn't mean he can even break 20 feet in the long jump,
anymore.

So if you saying you can't tell whether people are in Shape just by looking at them while there in there clothing then why comment saying that Eubank isn't in shape!
Because obviously you can't tell according to you! Anyway your statement is nonsense you can tell if someone is fit and lean when in clothing and Benn hitting pads for 2minutes doesn't mean he can jog either!! Your way of thinking is ludicrous!!!!

[Syntax Error]

I've seen him in person at a couple of his son's fights & he looks lean & cut.
He looks like a guy that still trains regularly & could actually fight.

in street clothes he could look to most people like he's in decent chape, but still be over
200lbs and not be able to jog a mile. at public appearances in a suit, carl lewis still looks
like he's in good shape, but that doesn't mean he can even break 20 feet in the long jump,
anymore.

I get all that & you're right, but I was responding to the notion that Eubank hasn't kept himself in shape.

The couple of times I've seen him in recent times, he had a tight T-shirt on & he looked fairly ripped & he looks lean too.

Her certainly does not look like a guy who hasn't kept himself in shape.

Whether he can actually fight anymore is a different thing altogether.