Conor Benn

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Conor Benn
Born (1996-09-28) 28 September 1996 (age 28)
Greenwich, London, England [1]
Other namesThe Destroyer
Statistics
Weight(s) Welterweight Light middleweight
Height5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
Reach68 in (173 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights23
Wins23
Wins by KO14

Conor Nigel Benn (born 28 September 1996) is a British professional boxer. He is the son of former two-division world champion of boxing, Nigel Benn. He made his professional debut in 2016. In 2018, he won the vacant WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title when he defeated Cedrick Peynaud via UD.

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Benn was previously suspended for the alleged use of a performance enhancing substance, however in November 2024 this suspension was lifted after an independent panel ruled it was "not comfortably satisfied" that it had been proved he had committed an anti-doping rule violation.

Early life

Benn had a privileged upbringing due to his father Nigel's successful boxing career. Twelve years of his childhood were spent on the Spanish island of Mallorca, where he lived with his family in a gated, eight-bedroom mansion with a pool, and had a Jacuzzi in his room. [2] Despite this, his father taught him financial self-reliance by never giving him money; Benn said he supported himself by "doing painting and decorating in Spain for €20 a day...from six to five". He also spent time in Australia where he boxed as an amateur before starting his professional career. [3] [4] [5]

Professional career

Early career

Benn has been trained by Tony Sims since his professional debut, with his father, Nigel, having known and sparred with Tony since both of their respective boxing careers. [6] He made his professional debut in April 2016 aged 19 at The O2 Arena in London defeating Bulgarian Ivailo Boyanov by technical knockout in the first round. [7] He followed this with a points victory over Luke 'The Nuke' Keleher at The SSE Hydro in Glasgow in May, [8] and a knockout of Lukas Radic in June [9] On 10 September 2016, Benn was due to fight Silvije Kebet on the undercard of Gennady Golovkin vs. Kell Brook. After Silvije Kebet pulled out Benn defeated late replacement Joe Ducker by technical knockout in the second round to take his unbeaten record to 4–0. [10] On 24 September, Benn fought his first ever six round fight and was taken the distance by Ross Jameson. Benn won a clear points decision. This also marked his first time fighting at the Manchester Arena, a venue his father fought at many times at world championship level. [11] Benn was next due to fight at Wembley Arena in London on 26 November but pulled out four days earlier due to illness. [12] On 1 December, it was announced that Benn would be part of the Anthony Joshua vs. Éric Molina heavyweight title undercard at the Manchester Arena on 10 December. His opponent was announced as Steven Backhouse. [13] [14] Benn scored two knockdowns in round 1 and won the fight via knockout. The first knockdown came just after the opening bell after a left hook. Blackhouse never recovered and the fight was stopped just over a minute into the round. [15]

After a lay off, it was announced that Benn would return to the O2 Arena on 1 July 2017. [16] Benn stopped Mike Cole after knocking him down following a left hook in round 3, recording his fifth stoppage victory. [17] It was announced that Benn would appear on an edition of NXTGEN on Sky Sports on 1 September 2017 alongside Olympians Joshua Buatsi, Lawrence Okolie and Joe Cordina. [18] Fighting at the York Hall for the first time in his career, Benn stopped previously unbeaten Kane Baker in round 2. It was said that Benn would next fight on Anthony Joshua's next world title defence on 28 October at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. [19] It was announced that Benn would return to the Manchester Arena on the undercard of Anthony Crolla vs. Ricky Burns on 7 October 2017. [20] Benn remained undefeated knocking out Nathan Clarke in the first round. The fight lasted 2 minutes and 16 seconds. [21] In the post fight, Benn spoke about how his improvement in the gym has helped him fight better in the ring. Promoter Eddie Hearn stated that Benn's next fight would be in the United States. [22] Benn made his American debut on 11 November fighting Mexican boxer Brandon Sanudo at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. Benn scored his fifth consecutive knockout win, dropping Sanudo in round 2 with a left hook to the body. The fight was stopped by the referee after just 1 minute of round 2. [23] Benn next fought at the York Hall in London on 13 December 2017 against French boxer Cedrick Peynaud. Benn was dropped twice in the opening round, which was also the first time he was knocked down as a professional. He beat the count both times and managed to drop Peynaud down in round 5 and 6. The fight went to the referee's scorecard, who had the fight 57–54 in favour of Benn, maintaining his unbeaten run. [24]

In January 2018, the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) set out some purse bids for their titles. One of the fights they ordered put Benn against Isaac MacLeod in an English welterweight title eliminator. They stated the fight must take place by June 2018. [25] On 29 January 2018 it was announced that Benn would next fight on Amir Khan's UK return on 21 April at the Echo Arena in Liverpool, marking Benn's first fight in Merseyside. [26] [27] On 5 February, Benn signed a two-year extension with Matchroom. [28] On the Khan-Lo Greco undercard, Benn defeated Chris Truman via round 4 TKO in the scheduled 6 round bout. Hearn later stated that Benn wanted to rematch Peynaud, likely for July 2018. [29]

On 13 June, it was announced that Benn would fight Cedric Peynaud in a rematch on the undercard of Dillian Whyte vs. Joseph Parker on 28 July at The O2 Arena in London. [30] [31] The WBA announced the fight would be contested for their vacant Continental welterweight title. [32] Benn dropped Peynaud three times, boxing his way to a 10-round unanimous decision victory. The three judges' scored the bout 98–90, 98–91, 97–90 in his favour. Peynaud started the fight swinging aiming to land big shots, however Benn used his feet to move around the ring and sensibly box. Peynaud managed to land clean shots on Benn, without doing too much damage. The first knockdown came in round 2, although it was clear that Peynaud lost balance and slipped to the canvas. In round 7, Peynaud took a knee following a hard body shot. A right hook dropped Peynaud down a third time in round 9. Benn was able to go the 10 round distance for the first time in his professional career. [33] [34]

Rise up the ranks

Benn vs. Koivula

Benn would go on to defend his WBA Continental title multiple times: his first defence came against Finnish veteran Jussi Koivula at York Hall on 21 June 2019. Koivula started strongly in the first round, but Benn was able to catch him with a strong left hook in the second round, sending Koivula to the canvas, and winning by second-round technical knockout shortly afterwards. [35]

Benn vs. Jamoye

His next fight against Belgian veteran Steve Jamoye on the undercard of Regis Prograis vs. Josh Taylor on 26 October 2019 also resulted in a technical knockout victory for Benn, this time in the fourth round. Benn had a point deducted in the fourth round for a low blow, shortly before he dropped and stopped Jamoye. [36]

Benn vs. Formella

On 21 November 2020, Benn defeated former IBO welterweight champion Sebastian Formella by unanimous decision at the SSE Arena in Wembley, London. Benn was able to dominate the veteran over the course of 10 rounds. The three judges scored the bout 99–92, 99–91, and 100–91 for Benn. It was the second time in his professional career that Benn's fight went the ten round distance. [37]

Career from 2021-2023

Benn vs. Vargas

Benn returned to the ring on 10 April 2021 to face Samuel Vargas at the Copper Box Arena. Vargas, who had lasted seven rounds with undefeated Vergil Ortiz Jr. in his previous fight, was viewed by many as the toughest test of Benn's career so far. However, the fight lasted just 80 seconds, as Benn landed two right-left combinations which rocked Vargas, followed by a barrage of punches and a hard uppercut on the ropes that saw the bout stopped. In his post-fight interview, a fired-up Benn called out former unified light-welterweight champion Amir Khan, saying "Give me a proper test, give me Amir Khan. He's too busy messing about with reality shows." [38] Khan had previously beaten Vargas by twelve-round unanimous decision in 2018, [39] and was dismissive of the prospect of facing Benn, saying "At his [Benn's] age I was a world champ [ sic ]. Maybe if he had some belts that fight would make sense but he's got a long way to go yet". [40]

Benn vs. Granados

On 14 June 2021, it was announced that Benn had signed a new five-year deal with Matchroom Sport, and that he would be facing Adrián Granados on 31 July as part of Fight Camp in Brentwood, Essex. [41] However, the fight was postponed after Benn tested positive for COVID-19. [42] On 14 August 2021, it was announced that the fight would take place on 4 September at Emerald Headingley Stadium in Leeds on the undercard of Mauricio Lara vs. Josh Warrington II. [43]

On the night, Benn outworked and outboxed his opponent over the ten-round distance to earn a unanimous decision, with scores of 100–90, 99–91 and 97–93 in his favour. Granados had seemingly been content to just stay in the fight and make no real attempt at winning, and by the final round had become so passive that Benn shouted at him, dropping his hands and banging his legs in an invitation for Granados to stand and fight. Despite the convincing nature of his victory, he expressed annoyance at not stopping his opponent inside the distance, stating in his post-fight interview, "It was very frustrating, he was on his bike the whole fight. I thought he was going to stand toe to toe but I had to hunt him down." [44]

Benn vs. Algieri

On 7 November 2021, it was announced that Benn would be facing former WBO junior welterweight champion Chris Algieri on 11 December at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool. [45] He beat him inside 4 rounds to retain his title and move to 20-0.

Benn vs. Van Heerden

On 9 March 2022, It was announced that Benn would face former IBO welterweight champion Chris Van Heerden on 16 April 2022 at the AO Arena in Manchester, England. Benn dominated Van Heerden en route to scoring a second round TKO and retaining his title.[ citation needed ]

Cancelled fight with Chris Eubank Jr.

On 5 October 2022, a statement was released from the BBBofC declaring that Chris Eubank Jr. vs Conor Benn is prohibited from taking place on Saturday 8 October after Benn tested positive for clomifene. Benn's promoters released a statement saying, "Benn has not been charged with any rule violation, he is not suspended, and he remains free to fight." Eubank's promoter also said the fight would go ahead as scheduled. [46] The following day, the BBBofC confirmed that the fight had been postponed. [47]

Benn voluntarily relinquished his boxing licence with the British Boxing Board of Control after he tested positive for the banned substance clomifene in two separate Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) tests. [48]

Benn vs Orozco

On 23 September 2023, after 525 days out of the ring, Conor Benn fought his comeback fight in Orlando, Florida against the Mexican Rodolfo Orozco. He won the fight by unanimous decision, with the judges scoring it 99-91, 99-91 and 96-94. [49]

Career from 2024

Benn vs Dobson

On February 3, 2024 in Las Vegas, Benn defeated Peter Dobson by unanimous decision after 12 rounds. [50]

Suspension

In March 2023, the UK Anti-Doping Agency formally charged and provisionally suspended Conor Benn for an Article 2.2 violation for the alleged use of a prohibited substance, after two voluntary drug tests came back positive on two occasions for clomifene, on 25 July 2022 and 1 September 2022 respectively, while in the build up to the subsequently cancelled bout against Chris Eubank Jr.. [51]

In July 2023, a ruling made by the NADP (National Anti-Doping Panel) saw his suspension lifted, clearing the way for him to fight again. However, UKAD and the BBBofC (British Boxing Board of Control) appealed the NADP ruling and his provisional suspension was reimposed. [52]

On 6 November 2024, Benn had his provisional suspension lifted once again after an independent NADP panel ruled it was "not comfortably satisfied" that it had been proved he had committed an anti-doping rule violation. [53] [54] [55]

UKAD stated that they would carefully review the panel’s decision in accordance with its appeal rights under the UK Anti-Doping Rules. [56] On 28 November 2024, UKAD and the BBBofC both announced they would not appeal. [57] [58]

Personal life

Benn portrayed his father Nigel in the 2019 film Rise of the Footsoldier: Marbella and 2021 film Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins. [59] [60]

Similar to his father, Benn is Christian. He has Christian iconography tattooed on his body, and has stated, "I trust in God, I trust in the process." [3]

In addition to his native English, Benn also speaks Spanish due to the time he spent living in Mallorca as a child. [61]

Benn is a supporter of West Ham United F.C. [62]

Professional boxing record

23 fights23 wins0 losses
By knockout140
By decision90
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
23Win23–0Peter DobsonUD123 Feb 2024 Chelsea Ballroom, Paradise, Nevada, US
22Win22–0Rodolfo OrozcoUD1023 Sep 2023Caribe Royale, Orlando, Florida, US
21Win21–0 Chris van Heerden TKO2 (12), 1:5516 Apr 2022Manchester Arena, Manchester, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
20Win20–0 Chris Algieri KO4 (12), 2:5811 Dec 2021M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
19Win19–0 Adrián Granados UD104 Sep 2021 Emerald Headingley Stadium, Leeds, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
18Win18–0 Samuel Vargas TKO1 (12), 1:2010 Apr 2021 Copper Box Arena, London, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
17Win17–0 Sebastian Formella UD1021 Nov 2020 The SSE Arena, London, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
16Win16–0Steve JamoyeTKO4 (10), 2:18 26 Oct 2019 The O2 Arena, London, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
15Win15–0 Jussi Koivula TKO2 (10), 2:0021 Jun 2019York Hall, London, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
14Win14–0Josef ZahradnikPTS820 Apr 2019The O2 Arena, London, EnglandRetained WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
13Win13–0Cedrick PeynaudUD10 28 Jul 2018 The O2 Arena, London, EnglandWon vacant WBA Continental (Europe) welterweight title
12Win12–0Chris TrumanTKO4 (6), 1:1721 Apr 2018 Echo Arena, Liverpool, England
11Win11–0Cedrick PeynaudPTS613 Dec 2017York Hall, London, England
10Win10–0Brandon SanudoKO2 (6), 1:0011 Nov 2017 Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale, New York, US
9Win9–0Nathan ClarkeTKO1 (6), 2:167 Oct 2017Manchester Arena, Manchester, England
8Win8–0Kane BakerTKO2 (6), 2:051 Sep 2017 York Hall, London, England
7Win7–0Mike ColeTKO3 (6), 0:421 Jul 2017O2 Arena, London, England
6Win6–0Steven BackhouseTKO1 (4), 1:06 10 Dec 2016 Manchester Arena, Manchester, England
5Win5–0Ross JamesonPTS624 Sep 2016 Manchester Arena, Manchester, England
4Win4–0Joe DuckerKO2 (4), 0:24 10 Sep 2016 The O2 Arena, London, England
3Win3–0Lukas RadicKO1 (4), 2:31 25 Jun 2016 The O2 Arena, London, England
2Win2–0Luke KeleherPTS428 May 2016 The SSE Hydro, Glasgow, Scotland
1Win1–0Ivailo BoyanovTKO1 (4), 2:07 9 Apr 2016 The O2 Arena, London, England

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Sporting positions
Regional boxing titles
Vacant WBA Continental (Europe)
welterweight champion
28 July 2018 – ?
Vacated		Vacant
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