Chris Eubank Jr is expecting twin boys in the near future. This news comes as he gears up for a rematch with his rival Conor Benn this weekend. Eubank Jr shared the news with his father, Chris Sr, during their BBC show, expressing his excitement about the impending arrival of his two grandsons.
The relationship between Eubank Jr and his father had been strained for four years leading up to Eubank Jr’s initial bout with Benn in April. However, they reconciled before the fight, with Eubank Sr making a dramatic entrance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to support his son in front of a crowd of 60,000 fans.
Taking to social media, Eubank Jr confirmed the news of expecting twin boys, expressing his gratitude for the blessing and his commitment to providing them with a happy upbringing, inspired by his own father’s parenting.
While Eubank Sr had previously been a guiding force in his son’s boxing career, their relationship hit a rough patch before Eubank Jr’s anticipated fight with Benn in 2022. Despite their efforts to mend their bond, Eubank Jr acknowledged that there are still challenges to overcome.
In a recent interview, Eubank Jr emphasized the ongoing work required to rebuild their relationship but expressed confidence in eventually restoring it to its former strength. He highlighted the importance of his father’s support at his upcoming fights and encouraged others facing similar family rifts to seek reconciliation and unity, emphasizing that it is never too late to mend broken ties.