In a surprising turn of events, renowned boxing promoter Frank Warren has initiated legal proceedings against middleweight fighter Chris Eubank Jr.
The legal action follows a heated public rant from the 35-year-old boxer, who accused Warren of “lying and cheating his way through boxing.”
The legal case, which is listed under defamation, libel, and slander, was filed on December 23 and marks the latest chapter in an ongoing feud between the two.
A Long-Standing Relationship Turned Sour
Frank Warren, 72, is no stranger to the boxing world.
Over his five-decade career, he has managed some of the biggest names in the sport, including Tyson Fury, Naseem Hamed, Frank Bruno, and Amir Khan.
His long history in boxing also includes managing Eubank Jr.’s father, Chris Eubank Sr., a legendary boxer who was a world champion in two divisions.
However, the relationship between Warren and Eubank Jr. soured when the fighter made scathing remarks about the promoter during a press conference ahead of a major Saudi Arabian bout in October.
Eubank Jr.’s Controversial Remarks
The trouble started when Eubank Jr. was questioned about his decision to sign with Ben Shalom’s BOXXER promotions, a move that led him to criticize other promoters.
The boxer didn’t hold back, calling Frank Warren and other prominent figures in the industry “scumbags.”
He claimed that Warren had been “lying and cheating” his way through the sport for years and accused him of using “lawyers and accountants in slave contracts.”
The verbal attack also included accusations against Kalle Sauerland and Eddie Hearn, with Eubank Jr. making sweeping generalizations about the integrity of the boxing world.
Frank Warren’s Furious Response
Warren, visibly angry, interrupted Eubank Jr.’s tirade during the press conference.
He shot back, referring to the boxer as a “scumbag” and challenging him to fight other competitors.
Warren, who had previously won a lawsuit against Eubank Jr. for a breach of contract, made it clear that the boxer’s public comments would not go unchallenged.
He vowed to take legal action over the defamation, asserting that Eubank Jr. would face consequences for the false accusations.
The Apology and Legal Fallout
After the outburst, Eubank Jr. issued an apology, retracting his statements and offering a public apology to Warren and other promoters.
He admitted that his comments were inaccurate and expressed a desire to focus solely on his boxing career moving forward.
Warren accepted the apology, though the promoter made it clear that the legal proceedings would still move forward.
He stated that the defamation case was now in motion and would not be overlooked, emphasizing that anyone making similar comments would also face legal repercussions.
Looking Ahead
The legal battle between Frank Warren and Chris Eubank Jr. is set to have long-lasting implications for both men, as the ongoing tension continues to unfold.
While Eubank Jr. has since apologized for his remarks, the damage caused by his outburst and the legal ramifications remain significant.
Fans and industry insiders alike are eagerly awaiting the next steps in this contentious situation, with the potential for further developments in the coming months.
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