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Midnight Train roars and a new British champion rises: Five things learned from Chris Eubank Jr.-Conor Benn II undercard
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn share the ring tonight in a hotly anticipated rematch live from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, live and exclusive worldwide on DAZN Pay-Per-View.
Six months on from a unanimous decision victory for the former on this very ground, the duo return with the latter seeking revenge and a first win for his famed family lineage.
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But the pair are far from the only stars with their names in lights in north London this weekend, with a stacked undercard serving up plenty of drama and delights beforehand.
From a ruthless two-round demolition job to a new Lonsdale Belt holder, DAZN News looks at five things we have learned from a busy evening of boxing action down in N17.
Midnight Train steamrollers further into heavyweight contention
Plenty of eyebrows were raised when former British cruiserweight champion Richard Riakporhe announced plans to move up into the heavyweight class earlier this year.
After a loss to Chris Billam-Smith in a WBO title bout at his old weight last year, many wondered if there was still enough juice in the tank - but they need not have worried.
'The Midnight Train' was at his ruthless best here, flooring Tommy Welch three times en-route to a second-round TKO triumph, rubberstamping his credentials in a new class.
Davis spoils Gilley party to seal Lonsdale Belt
From a ringwalk with friend Olly Murs to the support of a partisan crowd, Commonwealth super welterweight champion Sam Gilley seemed primed to add the British belt too.
Instead, the Lilywhites fan was usurped by Ishmael Davis, who snared a narrow unanimous decision victory to seal the biggest win of his career after twelve gripping rounds.
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'The Black Panther' arrived aware one more loss could spell the end of his own credentials - and despite a slow start, worked tirelessly to dethrone 'Magic Man' for his moment.
Scoby all bark and no bite as Azim sails on
A surprisingly sedate fight week was often enlivened by a dash of American vigour in the shape of Kurt Scoby, called in to replace Zaur Abdullaev for the unbeaten Adam Azim.
But despite his freewheeling braggadocio and frequent promises of a hard night, the visiting fighter never forced the favourite out of first gear in this super lightweight contest.
Credit is due for taking the bout, of course, but as a showcase, it proved frustratingly toothless , with Azim able to showcase his class on his way to a final round TKO triumph.
Mikie gets his Tallons in to stop Shahid
Gates had barely been open five minutes before the first fighters made their walk to the ring in north London, with the early fans trickling into the stands as daylight faded away.
Those who made the early pilgrimage were treated to the latest victory for Mikie Tallon, who backed up pre-bout expectations with a victory over Fezan Shahid to start the night.
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The Bradford fighter looked like he might take his opponent the distance at points, but 'The Omen' unlocked a fifth-round uppercut to seal the deal and further burnish his stock.
Forever autumn fails to damp homegrown spirits
It's not an unfair assessment to say that the British weather is a fickle beast at the best of times, and a grim forecast for a heavy deluge greeted punters on Saturday morning.
Ultimately, the worst of the overhead conditions held off, with a brisk afternoon cold and patches of light drizzle the dominant air during the bulk of the undercard in Tottenham.
Stadium fights in the autumn are still perhaps best considered a rarefied beast - but undoubtedly, this occasion has been made all the more special for its local roots too.
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Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn's much anticipated rematch is live and exclusive on DAZN PPV on Saturday, November 15. Buy for £24.99 UK / $59.99 US.
