Eddie Hearn reveals exactly what he would say to Conor Benn should they meet ringside
Eddie Hearn’s frustration towards Conor Benn remains clear ahead of his next event. Benn recently signed a $15 million one-fight deal with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing, a decision that caught Hearn off guard and effectively ended their working relationship.
Photo by Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing/Getty Images Eddie Hearn’s frustration towards Conor Benn remains clear ahead of his next event. Benn recently signed a $15 million one-fight deal with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing, a decision that caught Hearn off guard and effectively ended their working relationship. The breakdown came despite the boxing promoter attempting to speak with Benn before the agreement was finalised.
In that context, many fans think there is a chance Benn could appear at the George Liddard vs Tyler Denny event this Saturday, since he has links to the card through stablemate Conor Mitchell. However, the British promoter thinks it will not happen. Eddie Hearn reveals blunt message for Conor Benn Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Hearn made it clear there would be no warm reunion if the two cross paths.
“‘You’re a dog mate. ’ Probably that,” Hearn replied when asked what he would say to Benn should they see each other at the event (via Pro Boxing Fans). The 46-year-old then added: “He wouldn’t come tomorrow.
Mate, he wouldn’t even phone me. What’s he going to do? Phone up and ask for a ticket?