Conor Benn vs. Samuel Vargas - 10 April 2021

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A step up. Rate Vargas more than Formella. But these step ups are more like based on the opponents past opponents and who they’ve share the ring with.

Does Benn stop Vargas? Does he got the distance?

Vargas ain’t exactly shy and gives it a go.

[margaret thatcher]

ffs vargas again

he's not a step up from fformella, he's basically an overused punch bag . he has been in with some big names but gets a pasting when he does....took an absolute hammering last time vs ortiz

the type of fight that is 'can so and so stop __ fast than __ did' just never gets me excited, know what im sayin

[black panther]

I'll be shocked if Benn can stop Vargas.

Unless the beating he took vs Ortiz really took it out of him, this is a nailed on points win for Benn. Benn might even have some hairy moments too or even a flash knockdown against him as Vargas can be tricky.

Ortiz Jr is really, really good and hits like a mule: Benn isn't near that level in my opinion.

[margaret thatcher]

what is tricky about vargas? he basically just stands there and takes a beating

btw he had a razor close fight with that finnish guy benn destroyed and got dropped in that too, but won a sd at home i think, he's the same level as that guy when it comes to actually winning

sure, let's get conny some more rounds and stuff, i see that and know theyre playing the long game. but totally uninterested in seeing vargas recycled yet again. i mean at least score an upset or something sometime.

took an absolute battering last fight that was hard to watch

[margaret thatcher]

maybe martin murray will get another title shot on the same card

who else can be featured in the recycling rumble?

[maverick23]

As soon as I saw all the announcements I thought you’d enjoy it!

[margaret thatcher]

A step up. Rate Vargas more than Formella. But these step ups are more like based on the opponents past opponents and who they’ve share the ring with.

Does Benn stop Vargas? Does he got the distance?

Vargas ain’t exactly shy and gives it a go.

Formella actually has better wins that Vargas btw, do we rate a guy just for who kicked his ass lol

[margaret thatcher]

and i rate conny a lot too btw, he'll be a world champ. this isnt a bad fight for his career in the long run.

but godt damn , as a fan, do i hate these ''can he stop __' featuring totally over recycled guys whose reputation is based pretty much entirely on taking poundings

the best guy vargas actually beat, he beat on sd at home, while benn destroyed the same guy in 2 rounds

[fizzjambo]

In no way is Vargas a step up from Formella, especially this version of him.

Benn will win this comfortably and we’ll likely learn absolutely nothing from it - and nor will he.

The more I see Benn I just can’t see Matchroom being willing to let him near anyone of a high level who can either punch, or box smoothly from mid range with good feet.

Vargas is a tough punch bag whose been round the block - a fit and dedicated club fighter. 15 years ago Benn would have been a staple WBU Champion - all show and no go

[Twinkle Toes]

There is no confidence in Benn's chin is there. The fact that people are saying this is a good fight speaks volumes for where he is at.

Vargas is worn out

[gregregegg]

I like the fight for benn, another tough enough guy. But, i dont think it required a 5 month gap. I know boxing has been cooked, but wish this made it onto the josh kelly undercard. Start building that niggle.

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I like the fight for benn, another tough enough guy. But, i dont think it required a 5 month gap. I know boxing has been cooked, but wish this made it onto the josh kelly undercard. Start building that niggle.

Yeh, they just giving Benn his own cards now.

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BENN vs. VARGAS

On Saturday, April 10, rising Welterweight star Conor Benn (17-0, 11 KOs) defends his WBA Continental Title against Samuel Vargas (31-6-2, 14 KOs) following his career-best performance last time out against Sebastian Formella.

‘The Destroyer’ dominated Germany’s Formella over ten rounds, impressively outfighting and outboxing the former IBO World Champion to remain undefeated in the red hot 147lbs division.

Vargas has shared the ring with current WBC and IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr, two-weight World Champion Danny Garcia, and former Unified Super-Lightweight World Champion Amir Khan.

Also on the card, Aldridge’s Rachel Ball (7-1) and Watford’s Shannon Courtenay (6-1, 3 KOs) rematch with the vacant WBA Bantamweight World Title on the line.

Hartlepool’s Savannah Marshall (9-0, 7 KOs) makes the first defense of her WBO Middleweight World Title after her emphatic win over Hannah Rankin in October.

Commonwealth Middleweight Champion Felix Cash (13-0, 9 KOs) fights for the first time since his win over Jason Welborn.

Glasgow Bantamweight Kash Farooq (14-1, 6 KOs) returns after his masterclass win over Angel Aviles.

[skanksta]

That's a really good card actually.
I@m even vaguely excited to see the womens "WT".

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That's a really good card actually.
I@m even vaguely excited to see the womens "WT".

Doesn't need 2 womens fights.. Hearn has started doing that a lot now.

Savannah is ok though, she can finish opponents.

But yeh, overall. Farooq, Cash, Marshall, then main event.

Too bad we have to wait a couple of months yet, anything can happen til then..

Lets hope it all sticks.

[Oiky]

Love a competitive fight

This isn't one of them

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Matchroom Sport Managing Director Eddie Hearn said: “Even in a pandemic I feel like this is the strongest start to a year Matchroom have had in a long time. It’s going to be a rough ride over the next couple of months but with plenty of drama and excitement along the way. We have some thrilling main events and stacked cards that feature some of the biggest names in British boxing return to action as we look to make a real statement in 2021.”

Adam Smith, Head of Boxing Development for Sky Sports, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled with our strongest start to a New Year as we bring you more of the biggest names in British boxing.

“The hugely popular Josh Warrington kicks off our first live show on Sky Sports against Mauricio Lara, with a unification clash in touching distance.

“Josh Kelly settles his long-running rivalry with David Avanesyan, while Amy Timlin and Carly Skelly share the ring again on the same bill after battling to a draw.

“Dillian Whyte and Alexander Povetkin delivered one of the most dramatic Heavyweight fights of last year and we’re expecting more fireworks in their rematch, with Campbell Hatton also making his pro debut, live on Sky Sports Box Office.

“Lawrence Okolie finally receives his World Title fight against Krzysztof Glowacki on another exciting night that features Ramla Ali’s return and Chantelle Cameron’s first defence of her WBC belt.

“It’s then Conor Benn’s turn to take centre stage in a crucial showdown with Samuel Vargas. Boxing is back in 2021, so get ready for more epic fights on Sky Sports.”

DAZN EVP Joseph Markowski said: “From a Heavyweight rematch to championship fights to a highly anticipated pro debut, the early 2021 schedule from Matchroom has a little bit of everything and we look forward to delivering these events to fans around the world on DAZN.”

[jameswilson]

Formella seemed tiny in there compared to Benn god knows what the weight difference on the night was.

[garethhop]

This is pretty small time stuff Isn’t it? Unsurprising, they are going to want to get fans coming ASAP and not waste anything.

Frampton Vs Herring and the Okolie title shot are the only important fights in global terms that we get until Easter.

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[margaret thatcher]

i dont speak spanish but it sounded pretty decent? any spanish speakers here?

[mickey1975]

i dont speak spanish but it sounded pretty decent? any spanish speakers here?

He grew up there.

[margaret thatcher]

well that f@cking explains it

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He actually looks a little Latino as well.