Eubank Jr told the BBC that, after missing weight, he asked Benn’s team for permission to urinate on the scales to make the limit. He claimed their refusal was driven by “an agenda” to secure the penalty fee. Benn’s camp has not publicly responded to this allegation.

Despite the size difference, Benn came out fearlessly in the opening rounds, using angles and footwork to avoid Eubank's jab and unloading with winging power shots that connected behind a quick jab. In the third round, Benn landed a heavy left that left Eubank with no option but to clinch and recover.

At the conclusion of the 12 rounds, it was Eubank who was given a unanimous points decision to leave Benn devastated but humble in defeat. Both men were subsequently taken to the hospital as a precaution after what had been a brutal 36 minutes of non-stop action.