THE RING: UNFINISHED BUSINESS: CHRIS EUBANK JNR. VS. CONOR BENN II WEIGH-IN QUOTES
Chris Eubank Jnr. vs. Conor Benn – Middleweight
Eubank Jnr: 159.1 lbs
Benn:159.3 lbs
Chris Eubank Jnr.
On what’s going through his mind and how his body feels ahead of Saturday night
“I’m feeling good. Everything is on track for a Chris Eubank Jnr. KO win.”
On his excitement following the sacrifices made in training camp
“As you just said, this is what I love to do, this is my life. I’m not excited, this is who I am as a human being, as a man. I was born, I was bred to fight and I cannot wait to go out there tomorrow and show the world what I’m made of once again.”
On his final message to his fans and what he believes happens Saturday night
“The first fight was a fight of the year contender. This fight is going to be a fight of the decade contender.”
Conor Benn
On what’s going through his mind before Saturday night
“I’m excited to get out there and do the business and put on a great show for the fans and supporters. It’s a blessing.”
On being heavier than the first fight in April
“Yes. Obviously, I’m a welterweight, but for this fight, I want to come in heavy and come in at the weight I am. Chris [Eubank Jnr.] can do what he wants. I’m not concerned about him or what he does. Ultimately I’m fighting at middleweight so I’m coming in at middleweight.”
On his message for his supporters
“Do not miss it. Make sure you tune in live on DAZN.”
On if redemption matters
“Always. That’s all that matters.”
Jack Catterall vs. Ekow Essuman – Welterweight
Catterall: 146.7 lbs
Essuman: 146.5 lbs
Jack Catterall
On how his body is feeling
“I’m feeling good. I worked super hard for this fight, so I’m excited. I’m excited for the fans, for the big event tomorrow night. So, let’s go.”
On the difference between him and Ekow Essuman on Saturday night
“It’s going to be a mixture of things – experience, the levels, the past performance, but forget all of that. I’ve worked too hard for this fight to let this opportunity go.”
On if he needs a statement win
“100%. I made some big sacrifices and changes over the last couple of months. I’m looking to show all of that tomorrow night.”
Ekow Essuman
On why he believes this setting will bring out his best on Saturday night
“Becasue it’s just my time, I’ve got the momentum, I’m cruising, I’m ready to rise to the next level.”
On how he beats Jack Catterall Saturday night
“I’ll just be myself and enjoy it. It’s as simple as that.”
Richard Riakporhe vs. Tommy Welch – Heavyweight
Richard Riakporhe: 236.7 lbs
Tommy Welch: 233 lbs
Richard Riakporhe
On his weight and how his body feels
“I’m feeling great. I love being a heavyweight. It’s been hard, but this is me for sure.”
On his final prediction and message
“It’s going to be an explosive fight. Everybody tune in. I can’t wait until that man comes tomorrow. It’s going to be fun.”
Tommy Welch
On what his mindset is one day away from Saturday night
“I can’t let you in [his mind], it might scare you.”
On what the world will find out about Tommy Welch on Saturday night
“We’re done with the talking. It all comes down to tomorrow. Don’t blink.”
Adam Azim vs. Kurt Scoby – Super Lightweight
Adam Azim:139.4 lbs
Kurt Scoby: 139.8 lbs
Adam Azim
On Kurt Scoby saying he’s under his skin
“No he’s not. He keeps thinking that, but it’s all mental. He’s only reacting this way because he’s scared. I’m not phased by anything. My job is to smash him on Saturday night. Everyone over here knows that I’m going to smash him on Saturday night, especially Ben Shalom. And I know for sure Eddie Hearn knows I’m going to smash him as well. So, let’s get that straight.”
On what he was saying to Kurt Scoby during the faceoff
“I just said ‘I’m calm. I’m collected.’ There’s no point in me reacting. He’s scared and that’s all. His reaction is evidenced by how scared he is.”
On if the faceoff changes the way he wants to win the fight
“No, the objective remains the same…for me to knock this guy out on Saturday night.”
Kurt Scoby
On what he was saying to Adam Azim in the final faceoff
“I must break you. I must break you.”
On if he has succeeded in getting under Adam Azim’s skin
“You know it. Everybody in this room knows it. I live there rent free baby. Rent free and rent is due.”
On how he beats Adam Azim on Saturday
“Break. Break him. Yes sir.”
Mikie Tallon vs. Fezan Shahid – Flyweight
Mikie Tallon: 111.8 lbs
Fezan Shahid: 112 lbs
Mikie Tallon
On if this fight feels extra special
“This is my first stadium fight, so I can’t wait to go Saturday night and I just want to thank HE Turki Alalshikh for giving me a massive opportunity and I won’t let him down on Saturday.”
On his final prediction Saturday
“It’s going to bring the best out of me. Good luck to him and we’ll see on Saturday.”
Fezan Shahid
On how he has enjoyed the week and his prediction for the fight on Saturday
“I’m just happy to be here. These opportunities don’t usually come to people like this in Bradford [United Kingdom]. I’m in a big city and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it and love it. I just want to thank everyone that was involved. On Saturday, you’ll see what I’m about – I can promise you. This smile is just a smile, but you’ll see on Saturday.”
Sam Gilley vs. Ishmael Davis – Super Welterweight, for the British and Commonwealth Titles
Sam Gilley: 154 lbs
Ishmael Davis: 152.9 lbs
Sam Gilley
On why it’s important he doesn’t get caught up in the occasion of the fight being at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
“Becasue at the end of the day, there’s a boxing ring there, and that’s where the business is going to take place. Listen, it’s lovely there, it’s in a stadium. This is mad coming here tonight because I think 16 of my fights have been here. So, it’s like coming to say goodbye to York Hall before we go to the big stage. But there’s one thing everybody keeps forgetting about me: everyone’s talking about how I’m tough, I’m this, I’m that, every single fight I’ve had at 154, my opponent has been on the floor. I’ve had them on the deck at every single fight at 154. I’m back down at my proper weight, I’m back with my title, and Saturday night is going to be a statement.”
On what he sees happening on Saturday Night
“Just me finally adding a British Title to this belt. This shoulder’s getting lonely so I need to add another one.”
Ishmael Davis
On if this feels like the most important opportunity of his career
“Yes, it’s the biggest one. The British Title, maybe the second next to the WBC, but I want to win. I want to do it in a style, so Saturday night, black panther is coming out.”
On what’s been going through his mind during the final faceoff
“It’s just another boxer. We have to put our skills to the test and I believe I’m the better fighter. I’m going to show it on Saturday night.”
Eddie Hearn, Promoter, Matchroom Boxing
On if there is concern on how Eubank Jnr. made the weight
“I expected him to because I think he would have underestimated Conor Benn last time. I have to be honest, although Conor Benn surprised me so much last time with his chin, heart, and all that, he was very poor on the night. We know what he’s capable of and if he had done a little bit better last time, he might have won the fight. We feel that we can do a lot better. I do believe Eubank Jnr. will be in better shape this time around. The reality is it’s going to come down to 36 minutes in that ring, but we like our spot. Conor is completely different this time around. After the weigh-in last time we had to put our arm around him, and he was nervous, but he was so pumped – he wanted to go out there and rip him to shreds. That emotion isn’t there anymore. Now, he needs to go out there and deliver on everything we’ve been working on. It’s performance-related rather than emotion related.”
ENDS
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