Nigel Benn has publicly defended his son, Conor Benn, regarding his decision to part ways with promoter Eddie Hearn. However, the former world champion’s explanation took an unforeseen turn as the conversation shifted to a profoundly difficult period in his own boxing career. Speaking to media outlets ahead of Conor Benn’s upcoming fight against Regis Prograis in London, Nigel Benn elaborated on his son’s choice, unexpectedly bringing up his past encounter with Gerald McClellan in his reflections.
