Chris Eubank Jr was scanned by a security guard right before taking to the stage for a press conference on Thursday, two days after cracking an egg in Conor Benn’s face.
On Tuesday, Eubank Jr’s stunt capped off a chaotic first press conference for April’s grudge match between the Britons, leading to the cancellation of a planned face-off on Wednesday. But Thursday’s follow-up press conference went ahead – and with extra security measures.
Not only were there security guards on stage throughout proceedings – who ensured the Britons stayed at a distance during two later face-offs – but one scanned Eubank Jr with a device labelled “egg scanner” as he stepped on stage.
“Did I cross the line?” Eubank Jr said during the event. “During this whole process over the last two-and-a-half years, I think many lines have been crossed. I’m sitting up here today, on stage, with two of the scummiest characters in boxing in my opinion: a drug cheat, and a man who did everything in his power to help him get away with it.” The latter accusation was aimed at Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn.
Re-live the tension of Thursday’s press conference:
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
Here’s a recap of everything important that was said and done today, thanks for following our coverage!
Alex Pattle27 February 2025 20:00
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
One final face-off, just now, down on the pitch…
Alex Pattle27 February 2025 19:30
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
Alex Pattle27 February 2025 19:21
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
Alex Pattle27 February 2025 19:15
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
A face-off ensues, with the boxers stood further apart this time. No contact, no strikes, no eggs. Phew.
Alex Pattle27 February 2025 18:56
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference LIVE
Nigel Benn on the egging: “I didn’t know, I actually thought you glassed him, mate. I almost got my hands around your throat.”
Eubank Jr: “You did put your hands around my neck. I’m just letting you know I’m giving you a pass, but if you touch me again, you won’t get your hand back.”
Conor: “Shut your f***ing mouth.”
Nigel: “Con, mate, leave it. I can handle this. I understand, [Chris], and I apologise for doing that, mate. You put your hands on my son.”
Eubank Jr: “Yeah, ‘cause we’re fighters.”
Alex Pattle27 February 2025 18:49