Conor Benn - what’s next?

[Taansend]

40+ years ago Andrew Ridgeley wisely walked away from fame knowing he'd made a shitload of money because of someone else. He didn't have any talent but he was young, rich & healthy.

Conor Benn is in the same boat now. If he's wise he'll enjoy the millions he's made as he isn't going to win anything of note.

[coneye]

I think he's probably done, he's played the weight game for paydays and was never all that in the first place, especially off the egg diet.

I can't see Zuffa bank rolling him at british level or allowing a rebuild. Eubank 3 looks likely

Tend to agree , so realisticly what would you do if you was his manager , Benn is Benn and i doubt his ego will take a great big drop in money so who does he get that he MIGHT BEAT , if i was his manager i'd still chase and exploit , sons of the famous , think i would start with Nikita Tzu ,, then , let his brother try and avenge that one , both them will sell big in Aust and probably earn him a million plus , each one , Then i'd go round 3 with Eubank , , and if he won that one , probably finish with a crack at Brooks ,

Mind you a couple of wins over these blokes and i can just here Nigel telling the world with the new found experience his sons got , to go with the incredible talent , he's now ready for a rematch with Garcia , because he's just has if not more deluded than his son

[Heldenjaeger]

Spike O'Sullivan had a lot to say on social media. He's over 40 and not very good, perfect comeback fight for Benn at 160 or 168. And I'm sure Spike would love the payday.

[Eolaithe]

The beatable Denzel Bentley (WBO 160lbs title) or the ancient Erislandy Lara (WBA 160lbs title)? Are these guys the "most beatable" world champions to pit Benn against at 160lbs or 168ls?

Benn would also earn big paydays against domestic fighters, such as Saunders, Brook and Eubank Jr.

I don't think Zuffa will "throw the towel in" and stop working with Benn whilst there's still decent money to be made from their nepo baby.

[smiling assassin]

The beatable Denzel Bentley (WBO 160lbs title) or the ancient Erislandy Lara (WBA 160lbs title)? Are these guys the "most beatable" world champions to pit Benn against at 160lbs or 168ls?

Benn would also earn big paydays against domestic fighters, such as Saunders, Brook and Eubank Jr.

I don't think Zuffa will "throw the towel in" and stop working with Benn whilst there's still decent money to be made from their nepo baby.

Bentley beats the breaks off Benn. Another proper mismatch and Bentley not a big enough payday for Benn to even think of fighting him.

[SeanBrennan]

40+ years ago Andrew Ridgeley wisely walked away from fame knowing he'd made a shitload of money because of someone else. He didn't have any talent but he was young, rich & healthy.

Conor Benn is in the same boat now. If he's wise he'll enjoy the millions he's made as he isn't going to win anything of note.

This is a hilarious comparison love it.

[Deserter]

The beatable Denzel Bentley (WBO 160lbs title) or the ancient Erislandy Lara (WBA 160lbs title)? Are these guys the "most beatable" world champions to pit Benn against at 160lbs or 168ls?

Benn would also earn big paydays against domestic fighters, such as Saunders, Brook and Eubank Jr.

I don't think Zuffa will "throw the towel in" and stop working with Benn whilst there's still decent money to be made from their nepo baby.

Bentley beats the breaks off Benn. Another proper mismatch and Bentley not a big enough payday for Benn to even think of fighting him.

100% this. Denzel may be 'beatable', but not by Benn, that's for sure. He'd bully him.

[Noxy]

Caiomhin Agyarko in Belfast. It would be huge.

[Grilling Machine]

If he goes to 160 the killers at 154 might not be far behind. I'd advise a durable warmup for Josh Kelly, then see how the land lies.

Ohh, not sure about Josh Kelly straight away. He looked really good last time out.
https://boxrec.com/en/box-pro/788492

I think I worded that badly - I meant a warmup against someone durable followed by a tilt at post-Boots Kelly.

Careless whisker. Garcia's feet have got more rhythm.

[keithmoonhangover]

Up to 168, a KO over Liam Smith and then Eubank part 3.

[stujones]

We’ve had fighters completely outclassed when stepping up to elite level. Gary Locket, Michael Jennings, Kevin Lueshing, Richie Wenton, Ady Lewis, Brian Rose, Lee Purdy.

Different to Benn is they didn’t get near the money before or for the fight or near the hype - I can’t even remember if their press conferences were televised.

Not many of them did much after that fight. But Benn has had much more investment, so I think he’ll get some paydays.

[KiwiRider]

Up to 168, a KO over Liam Smith and then Eubank part 3.

Can we call him The Corpse Collector after those two and Reggie, and Chris Algieri?
I mean, talk about dredging up the freshly buried. He'll start his press conferences with a shovel.

[coneye]

Up to 168, a KO over Liam Smith and then Eubank part 3.

Can we call him The Corpse Collector after those two and Reggie, and Chris Algieri?
I mean, talk about dredging up the freshly buried. He'll start his press conferences with a shovel.

Don't think he would beat a fit and healthy Liam Smith , he'd get knocke out , whats more i doubt if Eubank would take it at less than 168 now , and a nourished Eubank knocks him out has well .

The big problem for Benn is with his lifestyle and young age he probably needs a couple more fights , he would want big money and therefore needs to fight somone who can hit back , don;t think the world are gonna pay to see him beat old underweight men anymore

[Grilling Machine]

We’ve had fighters completely outclassed when stepping up to elite level. Gary Locket, Michael Jennings, Kevin Lueshing, Richie Wenton, Ady Lewis, Brian Rose, Lee Purdy.

Woods was unlucky to fight Jones right before he faded, but he had a decent career after.

[stujones]

We’ve had fighters completely outclassed when stepping up to elite level. Gary Locket, Michael Jennings, Kevin Lueshing, Richie Wenton, Ady Lewis, Brian Rose, Lee Purdy.

Woods was unlucky to fight Jones right before he faded, but he had a decent career after.

I purposely didn’t include Woods as he was a European Champion (beating a decent European champion) before fighting one of the greatest of all time. That’s more comparable to Minter vs Hagler.

But those above, with the greatest of respect had inflated rankings. Good fighters, but not even proven at European level. Benn is in that category.

[Deserter]

I've never forgotten how Paul Lloyd and Richie Wenton were absolutely mauled by a prime Barrera. Never belonged in the ring with him.

[Controversial]

Benn just posted this

Everybody keeps asking “What’s next for Conor Benn?”

The truth is, I don’t have the answer.

If you’d asked the 19 year old version of me whether I thought I’d be standing here ten years later, having lived through everything I have, I’d have told you that you were crazy.

I train hard. I sacrifice. I’ve given this game 110% every time I’ve stepped through those ropes, I’ve wanted to give people unforgettable nights and entertain.

That’s what this has always been about for me.

People spend their hard earned money to come and watch guys like us fight. I’ve never taken that for granted. I’ve always wanted to be a servant of the public and give everything I have when it matters.

But giving everything comes at a cost.

And the people who have paid that cost more than anyone are my family and my kids.

They’ve sacrificed time with their Dad so I could chase this dream. They’ve had to share me with this sport their entire lives.

So when people ask me what’s next for Conor Benn, right now the answer is simple.

Time with my kids.

Fight fans, thank you. Those who travelled to Vegas, those who stayed up until the early hours. I will never take your support for granted, especially on those nights things don’t go to plan.

[stujones]

I've never forgotten how Paul Lloyd and Richie Wenton were absolutely mauled by a prime Barrera. Never belonged in the ring with him.

Oh maybe it was Paul Lloyd and not Ady Lewis in meant. Didn’t he fight Tim Austin also?

[Deserter]

I've never forgotten how Paul Lloyd and Richie Wenton were absolutely mauled by a prime Barrera. Never belonged in the ring with him.

Oh maybe it was Paul Lloyd and not Ady Lewis in meant. Didn’t he fight Tim Austin also?

Yes, he did mate.

[Ruthless-RKO]

Benn just posted this

Everybody keeps asking “What’s next for Conor Benn?”

The truth is, I don’t have the answer.

If you’d asked the 19 year old version of me whether I thought I’d be standing here ten years later, having lived through everything I have, I’d have told you that you were crazy.

I train hard. I sacrifice. I’ve given this game 110% every time I’ve stepped through those ropes, I’ve wanted to give people unforgettable nights and entertain.

That’s what this has always been about for me.

People spend their hard earned money to come and watch guys like us fight. I’ve never taken that for granted. I’ve always wanted to be a servant of the public and give everything I have when it matters.

But giving everything comes at a cost.

And the people who have paid that cost more than anyone are my family and my kids.

They’ve sacrificed time with their Dad so I could chase this dream. They’ve had to share me with this sport their entire lives.

So when people ask me what’s next for Conor Benn, right now the answer is simple.

Time with my kids.

Fight fans, thank you. Those who travelled to Vegas, those who stayed up until the early hours. I will never take your support for granted, especially on those nights things don’t go to plan.

[Ruthless-RKO]

This guy come out after 10 years or so. Now saying he won’t forget Benn making fun of him.

I never heard of him really.

It’s not a good look.

Some comments tell him to get over it, it’s been 10 years. He’s chasing clout etc.

Some will say it’s still wrong and he needs to apologise.



Thoughts?

[IRONFIST]

Christmas panto for the hypejob, as the back end of a pantomime horse...

[MPW]

There's talk of Lara vs. Tszyu for the WBA title at MW, so maybe Benn could challenge the winner, although I'm not sure he can beat either of them. I also don't think he can defeat Bentley at 160, but a bout against Zuffa-affiliated McKenna for the IBF title could be a winnable - maybe - possibility. Zuffa currently doesn't have a MW "champion", so maybe they can manufacture a title shot for Benn against one of their MWs. I also don't see Eubank Jr. fighting him in the rubber match of the trilogy at any weight class other than 168 and that wouldn't bode well for Benn.

[joshj909]

I predict he faces Joel Camilleli who Is 36, WBA ranked with 8 losses, Boxrec #27. Maybe 38 year old James Metcalfe. Perhaps old and weight drained Eubank Jr again. Could see him trying to drag old men Thurman or Garcia up to middleweight. Maybe even try and drag Julio César Chávez down from Cruiser. Just have to think of the most cherry picked opponents possible and it will likely be one of them.

McKenna and Bentley are likely going to face off this year. I doubt Benn will want to face McKenna.

Lara is 43 which would indicate that he's in his prime to be a Benn opponent but Lara probably still beats him. He might see what happens between Lara and Tszyu to decide whether he's past it enough.

[magnus]

Even by today's standards, talk of Benn fighting for title at 160 seems insane, considering the way he got splattered on Saturday. I know they'll be lots of talk from his camp/management of being weight-drained etc etc, but he didn't seem to do much complaining about getting to only a few pounds heavier against Prograis.

I know Zuffa have invested massively in him, so will be pushing him, but would anyone here have faith in him to beat Tyler Denny for example?