History of Conor Benn in Timeline

Conor Nigel Benn is a British professional boxer, known as the son of former two-division world champion Nigel Benn. He has established his own professional career in the sport, separate from his father's legacy. However, his career has faced controversy. In 2022, Benn's scheduled fight against Chris Eubank Jr. was postponed due to Benn failing a drug test. The situation resulted in investigations and debate within the boxing world regarding anti-doping measures and the integrity of the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 1996: Conor Benn's Birth

In September 1996, Conor Nigel Benn was born. He is the son of former two-division world champion boxer, Nigel Benn.

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April 2016: Professional Debut

In April 2016, Conor Benn, aged 19, made his professional boxing debut at The O2 Arena in London, defeating Ivailo Boyanov by technical knockout in the first round.

September 2016: Victory Over Joe Ducker

In September 2016, Conor Benn was scheduled to fight Silvije Kebet, but after Kebet pulled out, Benn defeated late replacement Joe Ducker by technical knockout in the second round, improving his record to 4-0.

July 2017: Benn defeats Mike Cole

In July 2017, Conor Benn returned to the O2 Arena, stopping Mike Cole in round 3 after a left hook, marking his fifth stoppage victory.

September 2017: Benn defeats Kane Baker

In September 2017, Conor Benn appeared on an edition of NXTGEN on Sky Sports and stopped the previously unbeaten Kane Baker in round 2 at York Hall.

October 2017: Knockout Win Against Nathan Clarke

In October 2017, Conor Benn remained undefeated by knocking out Nathan Clarke in the first round at the Manchester Arena on the undercard of Anthony Crolla vs. Ricky Burns. Promoter Eddie Hearn mentioned that Benn's next fight would be in the United States.

December 2017: Benn vs. Peynaud

In December 2017, Conor Benn fought Cedrick Peynaud at York Hall in London. Despite being knocked down twice in the first round, Benn managed to drop Peynaud in rounds 5 and 6, ultimately winning by a 57-54 points decision to maintain his undefeated record.

January 2018: English Welterweight Title Eliminator

In January 2018, the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) ordered a fight between Conor Benn and Isaac MacLeod in an English welterweight title eliminator, with the fight scheduled to take place by June 2018.

June 2018: English Welterweight Title Eliminator Timeline

In June 2018, the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) originally scheduled for Conor Benn to fight Isaac MacLeod in an English welterweight title eliminator, as stated in January 2018.

July 2018: Potential Peynaud Rematch

In July 2018, Eddie Hearn mentioned that Conor Benn was interested in a rematch with Cedrick Peynaud, potentially for a fight in July 2018.

2018: Khan beats Vargas

In 2018, Amir Khan beat Samuel Vargas by twelve-round unanimous decision.

June 2019: Benn Defeats Jussi Koivula

On June 21, 2019, Conor Benn defended his WBA Continental title against Jussi Koivula at York Hall. Benn won by a second-round technical knockout after a left hook sent Koivula to the canvas.

October 2019: TKO Victory Over Steve Jamoye

In October 2019, Conor Benn secured a technical knockout victory over Steve Jamoye in the fourth round on the undercard of Regis Prograis vs. Josh Taylor. Benn had a point deducted for a low blow before stopping Jamoye.

2019: Rise of the Footsoldier: Marbella

In 2019, Conor Benn portrayed his father Nigel in the film "Rise of the Footsoldier: Marbella".

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November 2020: Victory over Sebastian Formella

On November 21, 2020, Conor Benn defeated former IBO welterweight champion Sebastian Formella by unanimous decision at the SSE Arena in Wembley, London. The judges scored the bout 99–92, 99–91, and 100–91 for Benn.

April 2021: Benn defeats Vargas

On April 10, 2021, Conor Benn faced and defeated Samuel Vargas at the Copper Box Arena in just 80 seconds, leading to Benn calling out Amir Khan for a fight.

June 2021: New Deal with Matchroom Sport

On June 14, 2021, Conor Benn signed a new five-year deal with Matchroom Sport and was scheduled to fight Adrián Granados on July 31.

August 2021: Fight Against Granados Rescheduled

In August 2021, it was announced that Conor Benn's fight against Adrián Granados, previously postponed due to Benn testing positive for COVID-19 in June 2021, would take place on September 4 at Emerald Headingley Stadium in Leeds.

November 2021: Benn vs Algieri Announcement

On November 7, 2021, it was announced that Conor Benn would face former WBO junior welterweight champion Chris Algieri on December 11 at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool.

2021: Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins

In 2021, Conor Benn portrayed his father Nigel in the film "Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins".

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March 2022: Fight against Chris Van Heerden Announced

On March 9, 2022, it was announced that Conor Benn would face former IBO welterweight champion Chris Van Heerden on April 16, 2022, at the AO Arena in Manchester, England.

April 2022: TKO Victory Over Van Heerden

In April 2022, Conor Benn dominated Chris Van Heerden, securing a second-round TKO and retaining his title at the AO Arena in Manchester.

July 2022: Positive Drug Test

In July 2022, Conor Benn tested positive for clomifene in a voluntary drug test, leading to controversies surrounding his bout against Chris Eubank Jr.

September 2022: Second Positive Drug Test

In September 2022, Conor Benn had a second voluntary drug test come back positive for clomifene, further complicating the situation surrounding the cancelled bout against Chris Eubank Jr.

October 2022: Eubank Jr. vs. Benn Fight Prohibited

On October 5, 2022, the BBBofC prohibited the Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn fight scheduled for October 8 after Benn tested positive for clomifene. The fight was later postponed.

March 2023: UKAD Charges and Suspends Benn

In March 2023, the UK Anti-Doping Agency (UKAD) formally charged and provisionally suspended Conor Benn for an Article 2.2 violation following two positive drug tests for clomifene in July and September 2022.

July 2023: Suspension Lifted

In July 2023, Conor Benn's suspension was lifted after a ruling by the NADP (National Anti-Doping Panel), clearing the way for him to fight again.

September 2023: Comeback Fight Victory

On September 23, 2023, after 525 days out of the ring, Conor Benn fought his comeback fight in Orlando, Florida, against Rodolfo Orozco and won by unanimous decision.

February 3, 2024: Victory over Peter Dobson

On February 3, 2024, in Las Vegas, Conor Benn defeated Peter Dobson by unanimous decision after 12 rounds.

May 10, 2024: Provisional Suspension Reimposed

On May 10, 2024, Conor Benn's provisional suspension was reimposed after UKAD and the BBBofC (British Boxing Board of Control) appealed the NADP ruling from July 2023.

November 2024: No Appeal from UKAD and BBBofC

On November 28, 2024, UKAD and the BBBofC both announced they would not appeal the panel's decision regarding Conor Benn's case.

November 2024: Provisional Suspension Lifted Again

On November 6, 2024, Conor Benn had his provisional suspension lifted once again after an independent NADP panel ruled it was "not comfortably satisfied" that it had been proved he had committed an anti-doping rule violation.