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Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn officially CANCELLED after failed drugs test as Eddie Hearn loses appeal

, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn officially CANCELLED after failed drugs test as Eddie Hearn loses appeal

CONOR BENN’S fight with Chris Eubank Jr is definitely OFF after Eddie Hearn’s last-ditch bid to rescue it failed.

Saturday’s showdown was thrown into doubt yesterday when Benn failed a drugs test.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will not go ahead this weekend

Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn was desperate to get it back on

The British Boxing Board of Control pulled the plug and refused to sanction the bout.

However, both fighters were said to still be happy to lace up the gloves.

The boxers’ promoters, including Eddie Hearn, worked desperately to get the catchweight 157lb fight back on – which was scheduled to be shown live on DAZN.

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But now the decision has been made that the fight is NOT going ahead after all – with SunSport understanding talks will be held to to get it rearranged.

Hearn’s appeal did not reach the High Court, with an agreement made to cancel the fight before that – there simply was not enough time to find a solution.

And the fighters would have been guaranteed their purses should the weigh-ins, due for Friday, get completed.

The undercard is still due to go ahead at the O2 Arena as planned.

There has been no official statement regarding refunds.

However, when Leigh Wood’s bout with Mauricio Lara in Nottingham was ditched last month, fans had the option of claiming a refund or using their tickets to watch the undercard.

Just two days before the weigh-in it emerged Benn had failed a pre-fight drug test, which SunSport understands was taken on September 23.

He returned an adverse finding for clomifene, which is commonly used as medication to treat infertility in women who do not ovulate.

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But it can also increase testosterone levels in men, which is why it is on the World Anti-Doping Agency banned list.

SunSport also understands there could be an issue with a second test VADA took as part of the WBC’s Clean Boxing Program — but promoters Matchroom refused to comment.

Benn, 26, broke his silence to protest his innocence on Wednesday.

He said: “I’ve not committed any violations. I’ve not been suspended so as far as I’m concerned the fight is still going ahead.

“I’ve spoken to Chris personally and we both want the fight to go ahead.

“We’ve both taken medical and legal advice and as I said, we want the fight to go ahead for the fans.

“I’ve signed up to every voluntary anti-doping testing there is under the sun.

“Throughout my whole career I’m tested. All my UKAD tests have come back negative throughout my whole career.

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“I’ve never had any issues before. Even in the lead up to this fight my test have come up negative.

“So my team will find out as to why there’s been an initial adverse finding in my test.

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“But as I said, the fight is still going ahead. I’m a clean athlete and we’ll get to the bottom of this.”

But Benn’s claims of a conversation with his rival were shot down by Eubank Jr himself.

The 33-year-old Brighton fighter told Matchroom Boxing: “There was no phone call. We haven’t spoken since this was announced.

“It’s a shame. But my promoters, his promoters, the boxing board of control, they’re going to sort it out.

“I’m ready, I’m clean, I’m 60 per cent. I’ve been tested my entire career for the last ten years. I’ve been tested more than I’ve ever been tested for a fight during this training camp.

“I have an app on my phone where I have to designate where I’m going to be every single day and I’ve been on that app for my entire career and I will be on it for the rest of my career.

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“They can come and test me for blood and urine unannounced whenever they see fit and I’ve never failed a test. I’ve even been tested on holiday.

“I don’t condone failed tests.”

The catchweight clash of 157lb was set to take place almost 30 years after their dads’ famous rematch, which ended a draw.

Eubank had won the brutal original bout three years prior.

The next generation fight for their sons three decades on was due to bank the duo around £3.5million.

Under-pressure Matchroom boss Hearn did all he could to get the show officiated at the O2 on Saturday night.

Hearn met with the BBBofC on Thursday morning and threatened them with an injunction if they commit to their banning of the bout, under their banner.

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But then he spoke out to confirm the fight would only go ahead under the BBBoC jurisdiction.

He tweeted today: “Let’s see what today brings but to make one thing clear, I will not be promoting this fight with a foreign commission or alternative governing body on Saturday night.”

And as the British authorities refused to budge, the fight could no go ahead, leaving the boxers, fans and broadcasters gutted.

DAZN suffered a huge financial hit when Canelo vs Gennady Golovkin bombed last month.

And the sports streaming app, which has lost around £4billion since its inception and failure to land UK Premier League rights, will be hurt drastically if forced to refund all of the subscribers and pay-per-view buyers who wanted to see this catchweight bout.

More to follow…

, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn officially CANCELLED after failed drugs test as Eddie Hearn loses appeal
Benn pleaded his innocence and

, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn officially CANCELLED after failed drugs test as Eddie Hearn loses appeal
Eubank Jr has had the multimillion-pound fight taken away

, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn officially CANCELLED after failed drugs test as Eddie Hearn loses appeal
Dads Nigel and Chris Sr fought twice in the early 1990s

Frequently Asked Questions

How to throw a jab:

Here’s a step-by, easy guide on how to throw a jab.

  1. Move forward with both your feet.
  2. Arrest your arm high above your shoulder.
  3. Bring your fist down towards your target.
  4. Swing your arm back upwards after hitting your target.
  5. Repetition steps 1 through 4.

How long does it take for you to master boxing?

Boxing is one among the oldest martial arts known. China recorded the first boxing match in 2200 BC. Boxing has been practiced over thousands of year. Athletes and celebrities still love boxing. It takes approximately 10 months to master boxing.

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It takes so long for boxing to be learned because there are many types of movements involved. Each movement requires specific muscles in order to be effective. So, it takes time to develop these muscles.

However, once you know how to move your entire body, you can then start any type of boxing technique. Over time, each technique will become more difficult.

How can I box without a partner?

You can practice boxing by watching professional matches on TV, even if your partner is not available. You could also look for an amateur boxing club in your area. Amateur boxing clubs hold regular training sessions. These sessions usually involve sparring partners who hit pads together.

You can also practice boxing using punching bags. Before you hit the bag, make sure to wear protective gear like boxing gloves.

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How can you box punches properly?

A punching bag can be used to practice boxing punches. Once you feel comfortable with the technique, you can punch the bag. Next, you’ll move on to the next part of your body. Once you feel you are comfortable in one area, you can move on to another.

How can I defend my boxing skills by myself?

Boxing is the oldest known martial art. Boxing is also considered to be one of the hardest sports to play. You can’t just punch someone across the face and make him go away. You need to know how you can defend yourself against punches or kicks.

Finding a nearby boxing gym is the first step. After you have found a great place to train, you will need gloves and headgear. Gloves protect you hands while the helmet protects your head. A T-shirt and shorts are required.

Once you have everything you need, you will need to warm up. Begin slowly, then gradually increase your speed. Start sparring with another boxer when you feel confident. If you fail, don’t be discouraged. You can always try again until it is perfect.

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How long does it take to become a professional boxer?

Professional boxing requires dedication and years of hardwork. A minimum of 10 hours per week is required to train to become a professional ring fighter.

How can I improve my defense in fighting?

You can improve your defense in fighting by learning how to fight smart. You should be able defend against all attacks and also know how you can counterattack, if necessary.

You won’t be able to fight if you don’t know what fighting is. You’ll just get beaten up. But if you do know how to fight, you’ll be ready for whatever comes at you.

Here are some tips to improve your defense.

  1. You must understand where your opponent’s attacks are coming from. This means that you have to pay attention to your opponent’s body language. This could be a sign that your opponent is preparing for his next attack.
  2. Be calm. Don’t panic. Instead, stay focused and relaxed.
  3. Block with your arms. It is simple and effective to defend yourself from attacks by blocking your arms.
  4. Counterattack. You must immediately counterattack if you see your enemy attacking you.
  5. Fight dirty. Fighting dirty is another way of defending yourself. You can kick your opponent back if he throws a kick at it.

Statistics

  • You want to be running at roughly 75-80% of your top speed..5 mile slow, easy recovery jog at the end.[6]X Research source 2Mix in long runs, shadow boxing, and short sprints on non-interval days. (wikihow.com)
  • It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)

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How To

These are the basics of boxing

How to box effectively

Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It is made up of two competitors who aim to knock the head off each other. Different countries have different rules. There are three types: Amateur, Professional, or Olympic boxing.

Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Amateur boxing matches usually consist of three rounds lasting five minutes each. Amateur boxing can be done in many styles, including Kickboxing and Muay Thai, Taekwondo or Karate, Judo, Wrestling, and Muay Thai.

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Boxing is often practiced in gyms or clubs. They wear protective equipment such as mouthpiece, nose guard, shin guards, elbow pads, knee pads, waist belt and groin protector. Professional boxing contests last six rounds and last for four minutes each. There are many styles to professional boxing.

Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. Boxers wear special protective gear, which must conform to international standards. The competition lasts for eight rounds, each lasting three minutes. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.

These are the basic skills required to box.

  • Punching techniques
  • Techniques for protecting yourself
  • Footwork
  • Stance
  • Body movement
  • Defense
  • Combination
  • Rotation
  • Sparring

Punching Techniques

There are seven types of punches available: Left Hook and Right Hook, Cross, Cross, Straight, Underhand, Overhand, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, and Overhand. Each punch is different. Some punches require more strength than others. An example of this is an uppercut, which requires tremendous force. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.

There are also different combinations. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. An entire combination could have several parts. For example, a combination of a left and right hook will result in damage to the opponent’s jaw.

Guard Techniques

To defend himself from being attacked, a boxer uses his entire body. He does this by using his legs.

Legs

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A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. If he gets kicked, he raises one leg and turns away from his attacker. To avoid being kicked on his side, he will bend his knees if the attack is from the front. If the attack is from the side, he will bend his knees to avoid being kicked on the side.

Elbows

Elbow strikes are very effective because they inflict much pain. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly refers to hitting your opponent with the forearm, while indirect means you hit him using another part of your arms.

Hands

Boxers use both their hands and arms to prevent incoming blows. They raise their fists high above their heads and point them in the direction of an attack. They then touch the attackers fist.

Knees

A boxer should bend his knees in order to absorb any blows to his stomach, abdomen, chest or stomach. Knee strikes are often used for defense purposes.

Feet

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Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. He can then gain distance from his opponent. A boxer must also maintain his balance when responding to an opponent’s counter-attack.

Stances

In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It is how he positions himself and where he faces the opponent. Boxers can take many different stances. These are some of our most favorite:

  • Low stance
  • High stance
  • Southpaw stance
  • Western stance

The Body Movement

A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This includes changing speed, position and rhythm.

Rotation

Rotating his arm to increase the puncher’s reach is a key part of boxing. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.

Combinations

Timing of each punch is crucial to the effectiveness of a combination. A combination of strong and weak punches will produce a good result.

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Spares

Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. Sparring allows a boxer to improve his mental and physical skills. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not get hurt.

In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. Boxing is a sport that requires dedication and perseverance.

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