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Eddie Hearn predicts Conor Benn's retirement after Ryan Garcia loss

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Eddie Hearn predicts Conor Benn's retirement after Ryan Garcia loss
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Eddie Hearn expects Conor Benn to retire soon following his second-round loss to Ryan Garcia on September 15 in Las Vegas. Benn struggled during the match, prompting stoppage by the referee after a hard right hook knocked him down. The fight came shortly after Benn signed with Zuffa Boxing, leaving Matchroom amid a drug-test scandal. Benn is contemplating his future, with potential plans to face Chris Eubank Jr. in a trilogy matchup after previously trading wins in 2025. Hearn believes Benn has achieved financial success and may not remain in boxing much longer.

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  • •Conor Benn lost to Ryan Garcia in the second round on September 15.
  • •Benn signed with Zuffa Boxing after leaving Matchroom in 2026.
  • •Hearn predicts Benn might retire within a year.
  • •Benn is considering a trilogy fight with Chris Eubank Jr.
  • •Hearn suggests Benn is financially secure and may exit boxing.
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Benn shockingly left Hearn’s promotion this year, joining rivals Zuffa despite Matchroom’s support during a lengthy drug-test saga

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