Chris Eubank Jr is making headlines once again as talks have resumed for a potential showdown with Mexican boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez. After impressive victories over Liam Smith and Kamil Szeremeta, Eubank Jr is now eyeing big-name opponents, with Canelo at the top of his list.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Eubank Jr expressed his confidence in a fight with Canelo happening within the next year. He mentioned that Canelo’s pool of potential opponents is running low, making a match between them even more likely. Eubank Jr also highlighted the contrasting personalities and backgrounds between him and Canelo, emphasizing that the build-up to a fight would be exciting for fans.
Eubank Jr’s promoter, Ben Shalom, confirmed that talks for a fight with Canelo have restarted. Additionally, once Conor Benn’s boxing license is reinstated, he could also be a potential opponent for Eubank Jr. Shalom believes that a fight between Eubank Jr and Canelo would be a massive event, attracting attention from both the UK and the US.
While Canelo is a well-established champion in boxing, Eubank Jr remains confident that he can challenge the Mexican great. Eubank Jr emphasized his mental strength and ability to stay focused, stating that he is skilled at mind games and mental edges in the sport. Despite being in the later stages of his career, Eubank Jr believes that he can still become one of the biggest names in British boxing.
Looking ahead, Eubank Jr is determined to make his mark in the boxing world and potentially become the face of British boxing. With ambitious goals and a strong belief in his abilities, Eubank Jr is ready to take on top opponents like Canelo Alvarez and Conor Benn to solidify his position in the sport. As talks progress and anticipation builds, fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation of these exciting matchups in the near future.