Our choice for 2025 Fight of the Year had all the drama out of the ring anyone could hope for, and it lived up to the hype: Eubank Jr vs Benn.

Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn reignited one of British boxing’s most famous rivalries in a bout that split opinion before the first bell. While expectations were sky-high, the clash didn’t reach “Fight of the Year” levels until late — but when it did, it became unforgettable. A Slow Burn Before the Explosion For the first seven rounds, Eubank vs. Benn I was a solid, professional contest — technical, measured, and tense, but without fireworks until the later rounds. Both men respected the danger the other carried. The bout simmered rather than boiled. That all changed in the eighth round. The Turning Point From the eighth through the twelfth round, worthy of inclusion in WBN’s Round of the Year conversation, both fighters tore up the script. Benn threw caution aside, storming forward in trademark fashion. Eubank met him head-on, matching fire with composure, power, and precision. The exchanges were fierce — crowd roaring, momentum swinging — and by the final bell, both had emptied the tank. WBN Scorecard WBN ringside analysis and official scoring review. Here’s how WBN saw it live at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: Round 1 Eubank starts strong behind a stiff jab, using his reach to keep Benn on the outside. Benn lands a few short shots in close, but Eubank’s jab and clean right edge it. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Round 2 Benn presses harder, mixing jabs and body shots. Eubank fires back with quick combinations, but Benn’s aggression lands cleaner. Close, but Benn did enough. WBN Score: 10-9 Benn Overall: 19-19 Round 3 Benn sharp again, finding success with his left hook. Eubank slows slightly as Benn lands to head and body. Another good round for Benn, but even closer. WBN Score: 10-9 Benn Overall: 29-28 Benn Round 4 Eubank adjusts, finding rhythm behind the jab again. Lands the cleaner work, finishes with a strong body shot. Benn is competitive, but Eubank’s round. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Overall: 38-38 Round 5 Eubank is in control now. His jab and timing frustrate Benn. The cleaner, more accurate work comes from Eubank, who dictates the tempo. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Overall: 48-47 Eubank Round 6 Eubank keeps Benn at range and picks his shots well. Benn’s output drops as Eubank lands sharp counters and solid jabs. Commanding round. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Overall: 58-56 Eubank Round 7 Benn tries to lift the pace, but Eubank’s accuracy keeps him in control. A big uppercut catches Benn clean. Clear Eubank round. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Overall: 68-65 Eubank Round 8 Benn rallies with determination, firing combinations and catching Eubank with a right. His best round in a while as Eubank takes his foot off the gas. WBN Score: 10-9 Benn Overall: 77-75 Eubank Round 9 Eubank steadies things, working the jab and body. Benn fights back well, but Eubank’s ring generalship shows through again. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Overall: 87-84 Eubank Round 10 Benn digs deep, working inside and landing on the body. Eubank counters, but Benn’s activity edges it late. WBN Score: 10-9 Benn Overall: 96-94 Eubank Round 11 Eubank is back in control with crisp, composed boxing. Benn throws wild, but Eubank lands the smarter shots—dominant round. WBN Score: 10-9 Eubank Overall: 106-103 Eubank Round 12 Both fighters give everything in a furious final round. Eubank stays composed, lands the cleaner work, and closes strong. However, Benn gave everything he had and left nothing in the ring. WBN Verdict Eubank Jr. boxed with patience and discipline, using his jab and composure to edge the early rounds and dominate late. Benn showed grit and heart, but couldn’t bridge the size and accuracy gap as the fight wore on. WBN Scorecard: Eubank Jr. 116–112 Benn Winner: Chris Eubank Jr. by Unanimous Decision Eubank’s superior accuracy and bodywork in the middle rounds built a crucial lead. Benn’s late surge closed the gap, but not enough to turn it. The right man won — Eubank Jr. took the victory unequivocally. British Boxing History Written Eubank Jr. vs Benn is a modern British classic. Both men etched their names deeper into boxing history, not for trash talk or buildup, but for the courage they showed when it mattered most. The Rematch Question As Saturday night approaches, one question dominates: Who wins the rematch? Eubank holds the mental edge, but Benn’s hunger remains unshaken. This second meeting isn’t just about revenge — it’s about legacy. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. View all articles by Phil Jay and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

Despite a five-year hiatus, another of Chris Eubank's sons, Nathanael Wilson, is back training and hoping to cash in on the recent family success.

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