Chris Eubank Jr and Liam Smith last fought on January 21 at Manchester’s AO Arena. Liam Smith, a former WBO super welterweight champion, stepped up to middleweight to face Eubank Jr. Moreover, Chris thought he’d easily win, but he was wrong. In the third round, Eubank Jr. landed impressive uppercuts.

However, the fourth round changed everything. Smith landed a right hand that stunned Eubank Jr. Further, he cornered and knocked him down. Additionally, it was Eubank Jr.’s first knockdown. Then, his trainer, Roy Jones Jr., threw in the towel. The rest is history, as the fight stopped in the fourth round. Now, eight months later, they are all geared up for a rematch. But it looks like Eubank has a new added pressure this time, as he revealed in his latest interview with the Boxing Social.

What new pressure is Chris Eubank Jr talking about?

Eubank Jr. discussed his perspective on the fight with the Boxing Social. He unraveled his inhibitions about his upcoming rematch with Smith. According to him, there’s an added pressure to perform as Liam has previously defeated him. Although he stays resilient and confident about his abilities, he can’t undo the past. As he said, “So, there’s a new pressure. I’ve never been here before in terms of fighting a guy who has a win over me. That’s a new pressure. That’s a new challenge.”

However, what is particularly fascinating about his viewpoint is his optimism. Although he has faced failure, his spirit is yet indomitable. Moreover, Chris reflects that by admitting that Liam is just another contender. Even though he has a win over Eubank, it doesn’t mean he isn’t prepared for winning. Indeed, his fighting spirit resonates with his own words, “I’m coming to rise to it.”

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Liam Smith v Chris Eubank Jr 2: Redemption or Undisputed dominance?

The rematch between Chris Eubank Jr. and Liam Smith is set for September 2. It will happen at the Manchester Arena. The undercard starts at 6 pm UK time, and the main event kicks off around 10 pm. Fans can listen live on talkSPORT or watch on Sky Sports Box Office. The undercard features fights like Adam Azim vs. Aram Faniian. Where Smith believes he’s the better fighter, Eubank Jr. says the past won’t affect the rematch. However, Chris Eubank Jr’s brutal honesty about the “new pressure” he’s facing adds a compelling layer to what promises to be a thrilling fight. It’s not just about physical prowess; it’s a mental game where each fighter is battling not just his opponent but also his own inner demons. As the clock ticks down to September 2, the tension is palpable, and the stakes are high.

What are your predictions about the fight? Do you think Chris Eubank Jr. will rise like a phoenix? Feel free to unravel all your viewpoints in the comment section?

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