In the world of middleweight boxing, a highly anticipated rematch is on the horizon as Chris Eubank Jr. and Liam Smith gear up for a second showdown. This clash comes seven months after their initial encounter, a bout that saw Smith emerge victorious by stopping Eubank inside four rounds.

Eubank’s loss in their first encounter was a significant setback with this being the first stoppage loss in his career. Now at 33 years old, he stands at a pivotal juncture in his boxing journey. As the highly anticipated rematch edges closer, a pressing question hangs in the air: Can Eubank find the resilience and strategy needed to rebound and claim victory? Or will Smith once again emerge victorious,

George Groves weighs in on Eubank Jr. vs. Smith 2

In a recent interview with BoxingNews+ Groves begins by acknowledging the challenges that Eubank faces in this bout. According to him, Eubank’s opponent, Liam Smith, possesses a superior boxing pedigree. In addition, he also highlighted Smith’s background as a successful amateur with numerous senior ABA titles and representing his country.

“He can’t outbox, Liam Smith, Liam Smith just has a better boxing pedigree. Very talented amateur, won numerous senior ABA titles, boxed for his country, and has been a wily old pro for a long, long time. So, he’s a better boxer than Eubank. ” said Grove.

However, keeping these factors in mind, the former champion still believes that Eubank Jr has a chance to beat Smith. Despite this, Groves thinks that Eubank Jr. may have to “roll back the clock” to secure victory in this highly anticipated rematch.

Groves’ insight: How Chris Eubank Jr. can secure his victory in the rematch

Further elaborating on the contest Groves suggests that Eubank’s path to victory may require him to rely on his work rate, engine, and ability to finish exchanges. Furthermore, ‘Next Gen’ may need to leverage his physicality, potentially capitalizing on his size advantage. He also noted that Eubank appears slightly bigger, and to emerge victorious, he might need to impose his size effectively.

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“I think Eubank is going to have to roll back the clock a little bit. It’s gonna be about You know, his work rate, his engine, finishing the exchanges. Trying to impose his physicality on, obviously, if I think he, I mean, he looks slightly bigger, man. That’s where he, you know, he can and probably has to win the fight.” he added.

As the highly-anticipated rematch draws near, anticipation is certainly rising among boxing aficionados. Moreover,  the pivotal question still lingers: Can Eubank effectively implement this counsel and reverse his fortunes against the formidable Smith? This prospect is undeniably captivating, and for passionate boxing enthusiasts, the upcoming rematch promises to be an event that simply cannot be missed.

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