The historic boxing rivalry which spanned decades has captured the hearts and minds of so many boxing fans around the world. The legendary UK rivalry started in 1990, when Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, two of the most coveted British boxers faced each other for the first time in one of the biggest fights in British boxing history with around 15 million people tuning in.
Chris Eubank Sr won the fight via unanimous decision after an enthralling performance, thus becoming the WBO middleweight champion.
The Original Rematch
They went on to have a hatred-fueled rematch three years later which once again captured the British interest. It was declared a draw with other fighters keeping their titles.
Sons Continue the Legacy
Thirty-two years later, in April 2025, their sons, Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn, faced off in one of the best fights of the year.
No titles or belts were on the line, just family legacy, pride and revenge in the case of the Benn family.
Chris Eubank won the fight via unanimous decision which improved his record to 35 wins and three losses.
Eubank Jr’s Early Life
Born in 1989, Eubank Jr grew up in Brighton, as a child, Senior admitted that he did not allow his son to watch his fights at a young age.
Eubank Sr initially did not want his son to box due to the extreme danger and harsh reality of the sport.
However, at about 14 years old, Eubank Jr was finally given permission to box by his dad after years of persuading.
In 2005, Eubank Jr went to Las Vegas, USA to focus on boxing, with the intention of separating himself from distractions in the UK like gang culture and anti-social behaviour.
Early Career Development
This decision paid off as he won his first nine amatear fights including the Las Vegas golden gloves tournament.
Eubank Jr made his professional debut in 2011 after just 26 amateur bouts with his father by his side. Winning via technical knockout in the fourth round against Kirilis Psonko.
Separation from His Father
Over the subsequent years since his debut, Senior was in Eubank Jr’s corner until Junior decided he wanted to separate from his father to continue his professional career alone at 30 years old, thus making his own decisions and choosing his own path.
This decision by Eubank jr angered his father, as he was notoriously a disciplinarian who wanted his son close and under his guidance.
This caused a rift in their relationship and soured the bond for years to come. The bond was further thrown into turmoil as Sebastian Eubank, Chris’ younger brother died in July 2021 due to a heart attack. Eubank Jr admitted that his father did not know how to mentally handle the loss and further fractured their bond.
Tension Leading Into the 2025 Fight
Naturally for the Benn vs Eubank Jr fight, their bond was once again brought to the forefront of the public eye as Eubank Sr disapproved of his son’s fight with Conor due to the danger surrounding the weight discrepancy.
Eubank Jr is naturally a middleweight, at 35 years old, he agreed to cut himself down to 160 pounds which took a physical toll on his body
Delays and Controversy
The fight was originally set for 2022, but officials called it off after Benn failed two voluntary drug tests, reportedly triggered by highly elevated egg consumption.
In 2025, Eubank Jr smashed an egg on the face of Benn at the press conference before their fight which angered his father. Eubank Sr went on record to call his son a disgrace for his actions.
A Family Reunion on Fight Night
In a surreal turn of events, the night before Eubank’s biggest fight of his life, his father texted him intending to talk.
His intentions became clear on his son’s fight night, he accompanied him to the ring for the first time in several years, in one of the most shocking, dramatic yet iconic turn of events, which left the boxing world in raptures.
Aftermath and Hospitalisation
However, the extreme weight cut and the brutal fight sent Eubank Jr to the hospital for three days, despite him being the victor.
The Rematch Awaits
In November 2025, Eubank Jr and Benn will once again face off in a hotly anticipated rematch.
The Breeders’ Cup starts today, and Let ’em Run is on site.
Rear View Mirror Segment Introduction
Let ’em Run continues to improve our product, and we are rolling out our “Rear View Mirror” segment in today’s edition for Sports Talk Florida, where we look back on races we broke down and see where we missed a possible pick and why, and also how we landed on a good pick. In life they say “the windshield is bigger than the rear view mirror so you look ahead, instead of back”. We think in handicapping, a good idea occasionally to look back!!
Friday 11/28 — Churchill Downs
Race 10 – The Mrs. Revere Stakes Looking back on our Podcast, John and I both landed on #4 Classic Q as an upset winner over big favorite #1 Lush Lips. The favorite proved her class and just nipped Classic Q. and a fast closing #10 Pretty Picture.
Race 11 – The Clark Stakes The “Rear View Mirror” told us we should have given a long look at the #9 Magnitude, who took it to the field with the highest U.S. Timeform early pace figure. John made a strong case for #5 Chunk of Gold, who had more company up front than expected. My pick #4 Gosger, had many Brisnet angles that made him strong in my book, but never fired. Keep an eye on this runner next out, odds will surely be worth a look.
Saturday 11/29 — Del Mar
Race 5 – The Seabiscuit Handicap In this race, the “Rear View Mirror” told us the only way (in our opinion) the #4 Call Sign Seven could have been used, was if you used a dart board, no offense to those who picked him!! John and I both landed on #3 Almanderes, who ran in 4th place, as the leader ran away from all in the field.
Race 7 – The Jimmy Durante Stakes Some redemption here as John laid out a Trifecta Key for $20 (4/1,5,6,8,9/1,5,6,8,9) and returned $61.50. Hey, a win is a win. I dropped anchor on the #5 La Ville Lumiere, a long shot at 8-1, with a lot of Brisnet angles to work with. She ran a nice race, but only managed a 3rd place finish.
Race 9 – The Hollywood Stakes Using the “Rear View Mirror”, a case could have been made for winner #4 Salamis. Leading rider Umberto Rispoli jumped aboard for trainer Chad Brown. In the last race he was a tough load, and closed, but too late. He ran back to the 2 back race and took the top spot, not an impossible pick with a closer look.
Looking Ahead
Moving forward, Let’emRun is looking to run multiple Podcasts each week in the New Year. Coming up on Friday 12/5/25 Happy Hour at 3PM, we will dive into 2 races being run on Saturday 12/6/25… Race 6 at Laurel Park, The Maryland Juvenile. We will then jump over to Race 7 at Turfway Park, The Boone County. Some interesting races, at some interesting venues.
Upcoming Coverage
On Saturday 12/6/25, we will get back to East Coast racing at Aqueduct, where we will cover Races 7 thru 11, including Race 9 The Remsen Stakes (Kentucky Derby Prep), and Race 10, The Cigar Mile. Two big races each year at the Big A, so be sure to tune in for both shows, and as always Let ’em Run.
Paris Saint-Germain legend Jay-Jay Okocha has rankked Serbian coach Dragoslav Stepanovic as the manager with the most significant impact on his career.
Okocha credited Stepanovic for guiding him during his formative years at Eintracht Frankfurt which shaped him in becom of the most skillful players during his active career.
Okocha joined Frankfurt from Borussia Neunkirchen in December 1991, a move that marked the beginning of his rise in European football.
He spent four years at the club, four defining seasons that helped shape his playing style and future success.
Those early years in the Bundesliga showcased Okocha’s incredible talent, as he quickly built a reputation for his mesmerizing footwork, flair, and creativity.
One of his most iconic moments in Germany remains his unforgettable solo goal against Karlsruher SC, where he famously dribbled past multiple defenders, including goalkeeper Oliver Kahn before slotting the ball into the net.
The goal is still regarded as one of the greatest in German Bundesliga history.
Despite his strong start in Germany, Okocha’s time at Frankfurt came to an unexpected end. In 1995, he fell out of favour under new coach Jupp Heynckes, but he has explained why Stepanovic stood out above all other coaches in his career.
“The coach who influenced me the most was my first manager at Eintracht Frankfurt, Dragoslav Stepanovic,” Okocha told R.org.
“It was short, but he influenced me the most throughout my career. Stepanovic is the type of coach every young player deserves to encounter.”
Okocha credited the Serbian coach for giving him both confidence and freedom, qualities that helped him fully express his unique style of play.
“I did not just feel at home at Frankfurt,” he added. “His guidance pushed me to bring the best out of myself.”
After Frankfurt were relegated to the German second division, Okocha moved to Fenerbahce in 1996.
His transfer to Turkey marked the beginning of another electrifying chapter, where his performances attracted international attention and eventually paved the way for his high-profile move to Paris Saint-Germain in 1998.
college championship weekend The 2025 college football season kicks off with one of the most electrifying Week 1 slates in recent memory. With playoff contenders
Conference Championship weekend is here and it is the most decisive weekend has arrived, as the SEC, ACC, Big Ten, and Big 12 Championships take center stage. Four conference championships titles will be contested, each carrying massive implications for the College Football Playoff.
Alabama and Georgia clash in Atlanta for SEC supremacy, Ohio State battles Indiana in Indianapolis for the Big Ten crown, Duke faces Virginia in Charlotte for the ACC title, and Texas Tech meets BYU in Arlington for the Big 12 championship. With playoff spots hanging in the balance, every snap this weekend will shape the national picture and determine which programs advance to the sport’s ultimate stage.
SEC Title Game
The 2025 SEC Championship Game features the Alabama Crimson Tide (10-2) against the Georgia Bulldogs (11-1) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Kickoff is set for Saturday, December 6 at 4:00 p.m. ET (3:00 p.m. CT).
National Broadcast: ABC, ESPN+ streaming
Local Coverage: WSB-TV Channel 2 Atlanta, regional ESPN Radio affiliates
Alabama enters with momentum after a dramatic Iron Bowl win, while Georgia seeks revenge for its September loss to the Tide. The winner secures the SEC’s automatic bid to the College Football Playoff.
Big Ten Championship: Ohio State vs Indiana
For the first time, both teams enter undefeated (12-0). The Big Ten Championship Game will be played at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, December 6 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
National Broadcast: FOX, streaming via FOX Sports app
Local Coverage: Big Ten Network pregame, regional FOX affiliates in Ohio and Indiana
Ohio State’s elite defense faces Indiana’s high-powered offense led by QB Fernando Mendoza. The winner likely claims the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff.
ACC Championship: Duke vs Virginia
The ACC Conference Championship Game pits Virginia (10-2) against Duke (7-5) at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Kickoff is Saturday, December 6 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
National Broadcast: ABC, ESPN Radio
Local Coverage: Virginia Sports Radio Network, regional ABC affiliates in North Carolina and Virginia
Virginia dominated Duke earlier this season, but the Blue Devils, led by QB Darian Mensah, seek redemption. A Cavaliers win likely secures a College Football Playoff berth.
Big 12 Championship: Texas Tech vs BYU
The Big 12 Championship Game features Texas Tech (11-1) against BYU (11-1) at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Kickoff is Saturday, December 6 at 12:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. CT).
National Broadcast: ABC, streaming via ESPN app
Local Coverage: KSL-TV Utah, regional ABC affiliates in Texas
Texas Tech seeks to confirm its playoff spot, while BYU must win to secure the Big 12’s automatic bid. This rematch follows the Red Raiders’ November victory over the Cougars.
Bottom Line
Championship Weekend delivers four marquee matchups across the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, and Big 12. With College Football Playoff bids on the line, fans nationwide can tune in via ABC, FOX, ESPN Radio, and regional affiliates to watch history unfold.
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