Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn will finally settle their bitter rivalry in a blockbuster middleweight showdown at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night. Originally scheduled for October 2022, the fight was postponed after Benn failed two voluntary drug tests. Now, with Benn cleared to return, the long-awaited grudge match is set to deliver fireworks—and a massive payday for both fighters.
How Much Will Eubank Jr. and Benn Earn for the Fight?
As is common in boxing, the exact purse details remain undisclosed. However, reports suggest the total prize money could reach £18 million.
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Chris Eubank Jr. is expected to take home £10 million (55% of the purse).
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Conor Benn is set to earn around £8 million (45% split).
Eubank Jr. previously dismissed claims from Benn’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, that the split was 60-40 in his favor.
Chris Eubank Jr.’s Net Worth & Career Earnings
According to talkSPORT, Eubank Jr.’s net worth is estimated at £5 million ($6.6 million). His career highlights include:
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£408,000 ($500K) vs. Billy Joe Saunders
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£775,000 ($1M) vs. George Groves
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£1 million ($1.3M) vs. Liam Williams
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£2.4 million ($3.5M) in his first fight vs. Liam Smith
His father, Chris Eubank Sr., once had a net worth of £1.3 million ($1.7M) in the 1990s before declaring bankruptcy in 2009.
Conor Benn’s Net Worth & Career Earnings
Benn’s net worth is estimated between £3 million (3.9M) and £5million (6.6M). Before the doping controversy, reports in 2022 placed his net worth at £1.3 million ($1.7M).
His father, Nigel Benn, has a reported net worth of £15 million ($20M) from his legendary boxing career.
Will This Fight Be the Biggest Payday of Their Careers?
For Eubank Jr., this could be his highest-earning fight yet, surpassing his £2.4 million payday against Liam Smith. For Benn, this is by far his biggest purse, marking a major comeback after his two-year hiatus.
With massive PPV sales and a sold-out stadium, both fighters stand to earn even more through sponsorships and bonuses.
Final Thoughts
This fight isn’t just about settling a generational feud—it’s also a financial game-changer for both men. Will Eubank Jr.’s experience prevail, or will Benn’s hunger secure the upset? One thing’s certain: the winner takes more than just bragging rights—they take a life-changing paycheck.
