Eubank Jr Eyes Lagos Comeback After Benn Loss
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- Chris Eubank Jr travelled to Lagos, posting footage of large crowds of young fans greeting him with the caption "Active in the streets of Lagos. Watch this space," as he considers options for his return to the ring.
- Eubank Jr has not fought since undergoing surgery following his points loss to Conor Benn in their rematch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last November.
- Nigerian promoter Dr. Ezekiel Adamu told Sky Sports that Eubank Jr is "one of the biggest draws in world boxing" and wants his next fight staged in Lagos.
- Adamu said his team has held "great discussions with the Government" and that there is a "very strong likelihood" of making a Lagos fight happen this year, aiming to position Nigeria as "the global home of boxing."
- Eubank Jr had beaten Benn on points in their first fight and stopped Liam Smith in a rematch before moving toward a world title clash prior to the second Benn defeat.
Why it matters: A Lagos debut would mark Eubank Jr's first fight since consecutive defeats to Benn — a high-risk reboot rather than a soft return — and Adamu's claim of government backing suggests real infrastructure is being lined up, not just a one-off promotional trip. For Nigerian boxing, landing a name of Eubank Jr's profile directly advances Adamu's stated goal of making the country a destination for international cards.
