Boxing legend Nigel Benn gives first reaction since #NextGen Eubank v Benn fight cancelled due to drug test fail

(Jennifer Valentine-Miller via iFL TV)

Nigel Benn’s short talk announcement:

“We are in total shock. I have been with my son for the last 10 weeks and training has gone absolutely the best it could have ever been. *He (Conor) is a dedicated trainer and he leaves no stone unturned and we will get to the bottom of this. I love my son, I kow he don’t cut no corners he just goes straight at it 100% but we will keep you informed and let you know what the next step is. You know, he is a faithful trainer and he is a clean athlete. Speak to you all soon, God bless.”

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*Conor Benn is not suspended from the British Boxing Board of Control, however, only when they are comfortable the event will be rescheduled.

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