CHRIS EUBANK JR declared “let’s stick to boxing” as he shut down talk over news he is expecting twins.
The skilled gloveman will take on rival Conor Benn in an epic rematch this weekend, seven months after their thrilling first clash.
Eubank Jr took the win that April night, outpointing Benn over 12 rounds.
It saw him secure bragging rights in the family feud that began with his father Eubank Sr and Benn’s dad Nigel 35 years ago.
The same night saw Eubank Jr reunite with his old man as they ended years of squabbling.
And now, the 36-year-old has announced that he will soon become a father to twin boys.
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However, Eubank Jr put all talk of being a dad to one side as he faced the media on Tuesday.
He walked out onto a stage before taking questions from those gathered at the press conference.
But after being congratulated on the news about his twins, Eubank Jr quickly shut down the topic as he turned his attention to fighting Benn.
He first said: “It’s a blessing, I’m very proud and I’m very excited for the next chapter of my life.”
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However, when asked how proud he was when telling dad Eubank Sr the news, Eubank Jr responded “This is not the environment that I feel like talking about things like this. Let’s stick to the boxing.”
Earlier today, Eubank Jr told fans about his exciting family news much more enthusiastically.
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TIME for round two of this generation’s family feud!
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn go punch-for-punch once again as both rivals look to make their fathers proud.
The blockbuster rematch takes place at the 62,000-seater Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, November 15.
Eubank Jr narrowly outpointed his bitter foe after 12 brutal rounds in April to secure the bragging rights in what was certainly a Fight of the Year contender.
And the two British superstars will dance once more as Eubank Jr aims to do the double while Benn seeks revenge after suffering a first career loss.
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He said: “So yes many of you guessed it. I will be joining the dad gang.
“Only difference is I’ll be joining as a father of two! Twin boys!
“I’m so grateful for such a blessing and I will do my absolute best to give them the happiest upbringing I possibly can… just like my old man did for me.”
