Nigel Benn
Nigel Benn is a former British professional boxer who was active in the 1980s and 1990s, known for his ferocious style and significant knockout power. Born in 1964, Benn became a two-time world champion in the middleweight and super middleweight divisions. His most infamous match was against Gerald McClellan in 1995, which ended in a controversial manner and resulted in severe injuries to McClellan. The fight has since been remembered as one of the most brutal in boxing history, deeply impacting both fighters' lives.
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Nigel Benn is among the boxers being inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2026.
Головкин сделал историю казахстанского бокса
Kazakhstan· 2025-12-05
Nigel Benn reflects on the past rivalry with Eubank Sr and expresses a desire for closure through his son's fight.
Eubank vs Benn 2: Conor Benn ends 35-year wait for revenge
United Kingdom· 2025-11-16
Nigel Benn flashed a huge grin and cheery thumbs up on the big screen during the fight.
Conor Benn overpowers Chris Eubank Jr to seal dominant rematch victory | BoxingUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-16
Conor Benn achieved something his father Nigel was unable to do in the 1990s - earning victory against a Eubank.
Eubank vs Benn 2: Conor Benn masterclass crushes Chris Eubank Jr in rematchUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-16Nigel Benn began the family feud with Chris Eubank Sr 35 years ago.
Eubank vs Benn 2: Predictions from Tony Bellew, George Groves and more for Chris Eubank Jr's rematch with Conor BennUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-15
Nigel Benn, who had also heard the rumour, refused to comment when pushed by Eubank Sr to reveal where.
Eubank vs Benn 2: Chris Eubank Sr denies being paid to reunite with sonUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-14Nigel Benn was involved in a legendary rivalry with Chris Eubank Sr, which adds to the context of the rematch.
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn agree September rematch in LondonUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-29
Nigel Benn is the father of Conor Benn and fought Chris Eubank Sr in 1990.
Eubank vs Benn: Chris Eubank Jr remains in hospital after win but 'doing well' - promoter Ben ShalomUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-27
He got a heartier embrace from Nigel, the two having buried the hatchet long ago.
Boxing shines through unexpectedly once Eubank Jr and Benn step into ring | BoxingUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-27
Nigel Benn is the father of Conor Benn and was also a former boxing champion.
Fight Site - 35-godišnja saga očeva i sinova je završena! Eubank mlađi pobijedio Benna u epskom 'ratu' među konopcima!
Croatia· 2025-04-27Nigel Benn was in attendance during the fight between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn.
Chris Eubank Jr beats Conor Benn on unanimous points decision | BoxingUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-26
Jeers reverberated around the stadium as he walked with his father, Nigel Benn.
Eubank beats Benn: Brighton fighter edges points win in classic fightUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-26Nigel Benn is mentioned as the father of Conor Benn and a former legendary boxer.
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Norway· 2025-04-25Chris Eubank Sr, who beat Nigel Benn in 1990 before a contentious draw three years later, will be at Saturday's bout.
Eubank vs Benn: Chris Eubank Jr opens up on "pain" and heckles Eddie Hearn off stage at news conferenceUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-24
Nigel Benn supports his son Conor during his training camp and reflects on their shared struggles.
Eubank vs Benn: Inside Conor Benn's camp ahead of fight with Chris Eubank JrUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23Nigel Benn is the father of Conor Benn and was involved in a historic rivalry with Chris Eubank Sr.
Chris Eubank Jr: ‘I shouldn’t be doing this. But we are the daredevils of sport’ | BoxingUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23
Nigel Benn lived with a heavy conscience after his 1995 slugfest with American Gerald McClellan.
Jon Power at crossroads: Ghanaian boxer battles trauma after tragic fight
Ghana· 2025-04-12
Nigel Benn was another prominent boxer who helped shape Black British boxing in the 1990s.
From racist bans to lion-tamer fighters: the wild history of Britain’s unsung Black boxing superstars | Television & radioUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-27
Nigel Benn is referenced as the father of Conor Benn and a former rival of Chris Eubank.
Boxer smacks opponent with egg ahead of bout
Taiwan· 2025-02-26Nigel Benn tried to get at Eubank during the brawl sparked by the egg incident.
Eddie Hearn warns ‘boxing has changed’ after Eubank hits Benn with egg at face-off – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-02-26Nigel Benn was McClellan's opponent in the infamous match that led to McClellan's severe injuries.
L'ex pugile Gerald McClellan rimasto cieco dopo il suo ultimo incontro: «Gli errori dell'arbitro, il coma. Per 100mila sterline ha perso tutto»
Italy· 2025-02-24
