After that controversial win over Conor Benn, everyone’s asking the same question: what’s next for Chris Eubank Jr.? On paper, he got the W. But anyone who actually watched the fight — and I mean really watched it — knows there’s more to the story.
Sure, Eubank had his moments. He looked slick in the later rounds, found his rhythm, and started landing the cleaner, heavier shots. But those first four rounds? Let’s not sugar-coat it — Benn dominated. He came flying out the gate and had Eubank swinging at air for a good while. Watch it back. You could honestly make a case that Benn won the fight. I know that’s going to wind a few people up, but boxing isn’t just about who finishes stronger — it’s about who controls the rounds. And Benn took more of them than people are willing to admit.
A Rematch with Benn Makes the Most Sense
When it comes to Chris Eubank Jr.’s next fight, logic points in one direction: Benn II. The first bout had hype, heat, and controversy — all the right ingredients for a stadium-filling rematch. And let’s be honest, if you’re Eubank, what’s the better option: cashing in on unfinished business with Benn, or chasing a fantasy fight that’s probably never happening?
Talks of a second bout are already bubbling in the background. As reported by Boxing News, Matchroom have expressed interest, and Benn clearly believes he was robbed. From a business standpoint, it’s a no-brainer. From a fan perspective? It’s the fight we should get. A clean-cut second fight, with no weight gimmicks or circus drama — just two rivals settling the score properly.
Let’s Talk About This Canelo Madness…
Now, I’ve seen the headlines. Eubank Jr. vs Canelo Alvarez? Really?
Look, Eubank’s always been ambitious. He’s called out everyone from GGG to BJS to Canelo himself over the years. And full credit to him — confidence sells tickets. But let’s get real: Canelo’s not short of options, and Eubank’s not top of the list. Not when Terence Crawford is chasing that fight, and it would be one of the biggest in boxing history.
Would Alvarez really walk away from the chance to face an undefeated, undisputed Crawford… just to dance with Eubank Jr., who’s only just got past Conor Benn? Highly unlikely.
Even if the fight did somehow materialise, it’s hard to see the appeal outside the UK. Canelo wouldn’t take that risk unless there was huge money or a belt on the line — and Eubank currently brings neither. It feels more like social media noise than a serious career move.
So What Does Eubank Actually Want?
Eubank’s career has always been a bit of an enigma. He’s talented, tough, and has a proper boxing brain — but he’s often lacked direction. The Benn fight gave him a purpose again. It reignited his profile, gave fans a reason to care. That’s something worth building on.
A rematch keeps him relevant, keeps him active, and gives him the chance to silence the doubters (myself included) who thought Benn had his number. That’s a far better path than chasing Canelo, only to end up on the wrong side of a decision — or worse, never landing the fight at all.
Over to You…
So what do you think about Chris Eubank Jr.’s next fight? Should he give Conor Benn another crack and prove the first one wasn’t a fluke? Or roll the dice on a wild Canelo gamble that probably never comes off?
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