Chris Eubank Jr reveals boxer who hit him with hardest punch
Currently, Chris Eubank Jr. is preparing for his much-anticipated return to the ring. On October 12, the British fighter will be back in action after 13 months of inactivity. His match will be against Polish boxer Kamil Szeremeta in a high-profile card in Riyadh, which will also feature the bout between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol for the undisputed light heavyweight title.
The 34-year-old British boxer knows that to secure more significant fights in 2025, he must shine with a victory. He has publicly expressed his desire to face some of the most recognized names in the middleweight and super middleweight divisions, including the unified 168-pound champion, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez. A decisive victory over Szeremeta could be the necessary step to secure a matchup with the Mexican.In a recent interview with DAZN, Chris Eubank Jr. recalled one of the highlights of his career.
The Brighton boxer, known for his speed and aggression in the ring, revealed which he considers his most devastating punch. Surprisingly, this punch occurred during his fight against Avni Yildirim, a former opponent of Canelo Alvarez.
“My favourite power punch that I threw was against a man named Avni Yildrim in Germany,” Eubank Jr. stated in the interview. “I knocked him down, knocked him out in the fourth round, I believe it was. That was my favourite punch.” The fight took place seven years ago, and Eubank Jr.’s impressive performance secured him his third knockout victory.This memory remains a source of pride for the Briton, who has competed in multiple international venues.
Avni Yildirim’s career also led him to face Canelo Alvarez, four years after being knocked out by Chris Eubank Jr. On that occasion, the Turkish fighter faced the Mexican at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, in a bout that ended similarly. Like in his matchup with Eubank Jr., Yildirim fell in the third round and chose not to continue, retiring on his stool.
As Eubank Jr. prepares for his October 12 fight, his mindset is focused on continuing to showcase his power in the ring. A devastating punch like the one he delivered to Yildirim could be the key to opening the door to a fight with Canelo, something he has longed for in recent years.
