CONOR BENN is to be officially investigated following the failed drug test that forced his fight with Chris Eubank Jr to be cancelled.
Benn was found with traces of banned fertility drug clomifene, which is known to boost testosterone levels among men.
Conor Benn is to be officially investigated following his failed drug test
The test was undertaken by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association with the results passed to both boxers and promoters.
But Benn had passed all UK Anti-Doping tests, the group in which the British Boxing Board of Control governs.
It is understood VADA have passed their findings onto UKAD, which the BBBoC confirmed will now be investigated.
A statement read: “Following the British Boxing Board of Control Limited’s decision on 4th October 2022 to prohibit the contest between Chris Eubank Jnr. and COnor BEnn that was scheduled to take place on 8th October 2022, the Board is aware that it has been widely reported in the press that an ‘A’ sample provided by Mr. Benn to the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association tested positive for a prohibited substance.
“UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) has launched an investigation in relation to Mr. Benn and the Board is in communication with UKAD in relation to that investigation.
“The Board will release further details in relation to this matter, when appropriate.”
All parties involved were made aware of the adverse finding on September 23 but the bout was axed only 48 hours before the first bell was due to sound.
Benn, who protested his innocence after the adverse finding was revealed, has kept a well-advised silence bar a few cryptic social media posts.
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But promoter Eddie Hearn urged fans to give the unbeaten welterweight and his team time and due process to clear his name.
Hearn said: “It wasn’t kept from anyone, the commission was aware from the get-go and there is information about the testing and the amounts that will come to light.
“You will see from various bits of information that the opponent and the team were willing to move forward with the fight, having seen all of the information.
“We wanted an opportunity for Conor Benn to be heard and have a hearing, he never got that opportunity.
“The board decided not to sanction the fight, we respect that decision, we don’t necessarily think all of the process was right.”
Chris Eubank Jr v Conor Benn before their cancelled fight
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the different types of boxing gloves?
There are three main types for boxing gloves: mitts or fingerless mitts. Mitten gloves are padded around the knuckles. Fingerless mitts have no padding around the knuckles but still cover the fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding throughout the entire hand.
Mittens are used for punching or hitting with the fist. Fingerless mitt glove are for striking the index finger with the knuckle. Boxing gloves with full-fingering are designed for punching with your entire fist.
How do you practice boxing punches.
A punching bag can be used to practice boxing punches. You’ll need to keep punching the bag until you feel you have mastered the technique. Then, move to the next area. Once you feel at ease with one area you will move on.
How many punches can one human take?
A punch is defined by “a blow delivered using a fist”. One punch is all that a human can take. If someone hits you in your face, it is punching. You cannot hit someone’s back. This would be two punches.
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- 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
How to learn to box for exercise
How to learn how to box for Exercise
You learn boxing to increase your physical fitness and self-confidence. Boxing has become a very popular sport. It requires strength and speed as well agility, coordination, balance, power, and accuracy.
It’s a great way for you to feel fit and healthy. You will find that the activity is enjoyable and you want to continue doing it.
There are many different types of boxing training programs available. Some take place at gyms or health clubs while others require you to train at home. There are also online courses which allow you to study from anywhere in the world.
Be sure to consider your goals when choosing a program. Also, ensure it fits your lifestyle. Exercises that build muscle mass, flexibility, endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and improve overall well-being are the best.
Also, consider whether you prefer an advanced or beginner course. Beginner’s programs typically teach fundamental techniques and drills like shadowboxing, sparring and mitt work. Advanced programs offer more variety and more complex movements.
The beginner’s program usually lasts around 8 weeks and costs less than $100. However, they do not offer guidance on nutrition, weight reduction, injury prevention, or any other aspects of boxing training.
Advanced programs usually last for six months and are around $300. They may include nutritional advice, stretching, warm-up exercises and instruction on proper technique. Some programs offer resistance training (such lifting weights) as well as aerobic conditioning (such running).
