In a surprising turn of events, Conor Benn, the rising British boxer, has announced that he has been "cleared of any wrongdoing" by the National Anti-Doping Panel (NADP) following his positive drug tests. This news has sparked a flurry of reactions, with Benn now calling out some of the biggest names in the sport, including Gervonta 'Tank' Davis, Devin Haney, and Jaron 'Boots' Ennis.
Benn's Controversial Past and Ambitious Call-Outs
Benn's Positive Tests and Derailed Fight
Conor Benn's career was on a promising trajectory until he tested positive for a banned substance in September 2022. This positive test derailed his highly anticipated fight against Chris Eubank Jr., which was scheduled for October of that year and would have been a lucrative bout for both fighters. The news of Benn's positive test sent shockwaves through the boxing community, leaving many fans and pundits questioning the integrity of the sport.Benn's "Clearing" by the NADP
Despite the initial controversy, Benn has now announced that he has been "cleared of any wrongdoing" by the NADP. This news has been met with a mixed reaction, as many fans have already lost interest in Benn's career due to the doping allegations. However, Benn remains undeterred and has taken to social media to call out some of the biggest names in the sport, including Gervonta 'Tank' Davis, Devin Haney, and Jaron 'Boots' Ennis.Benn's Chances of Securing Fights with Top Fighters
Benn's chances of securing fights with these top-tier opponents are considered slim by many experts. Despite his undefeated record of 23-0 with 14 knockouts, Benn is still viewed as a prospect rather than a world-class fighter. His recent positive test and the subsequent controversy have also done little to bolster his reputation in the eyes of the boxing community.Potential Domestic Clash with Chris Eubank Jr.
Given the challenges Benn faces in securing fights with the likes of Davis, Haney, and Ennis, it is more likely that his promoter, Eddie Hearn, will set up a domestic clash against Chris Eubank Jr. This fight would likely take place in Riyadh or the UK, catering to the British fans who have followed the long-standing rivalry between the Benn and Eubank families.Benn and Eubank Jr.: Prospects or Proven Fighters?
Both Benn and Eubank Jr. have built their careers on the back of their famous fathers, former world champions Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr. However, neither fighter has truly established themselves as world-class, with both being more akin to British-level prospects than proven champions. Their potential clash would be more about the legacy of their families than a true test of their skills at the highest level of the sport.Benn's Ambitious Call-Outs and the Boxing Landscape
Benn's bold call-outs of Davis, Haney, and Ennis have certainly generated some buzz, but they are also seen by many as a desperate attempt to regain relevance in the sport. The boxing landscape is currently dominated by these elite fighters, and Benn's chances of securing a fight with any of them are considered slim, given his recent controversies and perceived lack of elite-level skills.