Chris Eubank Jr’s use of a sauna to cut weight will now be brought to a hearing in front of the British Boxing Board Of Control [BBBofC].
Eubank Jr had severe struggles cutting weight to reach the 160lbs limit for his huge victory over Conor Benn on April 26.
The BBBofC will decide if Eubank Jr will face punishmentGettyHe posted videos which attracted huge concerns from the boxing fraternity, where he tried to cut using a sauna and heat suit.
Use of these methods are strictly prohibited prior to fights according to the BBBofC.
As a result, it was confirmed by British boxing chief Robert Smith that an official investigation would be conducted into the videos and his methodology.
The case has now moved on with Eubank Jr now being ordered to face the British Boxing Board of Control in a hearing.
It is unclear if he could face any disciplinary action based on the videos related to the fight.
He will hope not to face the same punishment as world champion John Riel Casemiro did for his showdown with Paul Butler in 2022.
The fight was cancelled, action which can’t be applied to Eubank Jr, and he was also subsequently stripped of his world title.
Eubank Jr will hope to reach a positive conclusion before any potential rematch with Benn.
Despite the gruelling cut, Eubank Jr narrowly missed weight and faced a financial penalty of £375,000 after breaching the contract.
Eubank Jr will appear in front of the BBBofC after using a saunaConcerns were voiced over Eubank Jr’s health given his struggles, but he was able to make the following day’s rehydrated weight of 170lbs.
And it didn’t affect his display as he was part of an epic night which ended in glory, as he beat his rival on points in front of 60,000 fans.
Eubank Jr was admitted to hospital after the brutal war saw him left dehydrated and with injuries.
But despite all of the medical scares, Benn has a rematch clause and a second episode is being explored to take place later in the year.
‘Next Gen’ wants to accept the fight and it is being eyed for a date in September.
Renowned boxing trainer Adam Booth told talkSPORT that a rehydration clause and a fairer weight need to be agreed for any sequel to materialise.
He said: “I’d like to see it again, but not unless there is no rehydration clause. He has to do it without the rehydration clause.
Eubank Jr went on to beat Benn in an all-time classic and they could meet againGetty“One of the guys [Eubank Jr] was inhibited at fight time. That is something that needs to be discussed much more.
“The reason he decided to turn it into a bit of a war is because he couldn’t box anymore.
“You could see his legs weren’t working. He was not throwing punches with any power or snap.
“Benn showed balls, but Eubank Jr couldn’t force his size advantage on him.
“Conor will be second time around, but it depends on the same terms. The restriction of the rehydration clause is the main thing.
“If you effect someone’s body to not be healthy in a combat sport, I have a problem with that.”
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