"I’ve always backed Conor Benn, I think he beats them all" 🥊 Chris Eubank Snr | Up Front
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- This is Up Front with Simon Jordan. A show brought to you by William Hill that pulls no punches and tells it EXACTLY like it is.
In this episode, we are joined by 2-weight world champion Chris Eubank Snr, a boxing legend whose journey from South London to the ring via New York is etched in boxing folklore. Eubank, known for his eccentricity and unique blend of charisma and showmanship, made him a standout figure in the world of boxing and beyond.
During the 1990s, Eubank engaged in two legendary clashes with Nigel Benn that brought Britain to a standstill. Now their sons are set to face off in a clash that has been controversial since the very beginning. Chris joins the show to open up on his legendary battles, his thoughts on the potential clash between Conor Benn and Eubank Jr whilst giving his forthright views on the current state of boxing in a way that only Chris Eubank can…
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00:00 Introduction to Eubank Snr
00:59 Podcast starts
01:58 Chris Eubank Snr’s ‘Why’
08:18 Getting involved with petty crime
12:09 The journey into boxing
16:30 Pro Debut
23:18 Chris Eubank vs Nigel Benn
31:02 Michael Watson
38:54 Did the Michael Watson fight change him?
41:50 Steve Collins
44:28 Chris Eubank Jnr
01:00:39 Conor Benn
01:04:06 Liam Smith 2
01:04:06 Will Chris Eubank Jnr be a World Champion?
01:08:30 Chris Eubank Jnr vs Conor Benn
I absolutely love this man. I met him in Brighton once. An absolute gentleman. We sat and talked for 20 minutes. Me him and my girlfriend. And I can say I’ve never met such an interesting, kind and sweet man. So generous. A true gentleman.
Is that you Christopher Livingston Eubank?
I met him too, in Brighton 15 years ago. Shook his hand. He is ridiculously strong.
and i bet it was 20 mins of him talking about himself and his “warrior”, “rasta” mentality 🤦🏻♂️
Simon seems ok but I think you are going a bit far mate.
I met him in Brighton too. It was four o'clock in the morning I was tripping balls after taking a dodgy pill and I was hanging upside down from the pier thinking I was the lovechild of a Desmodus Rotundus (that's a Vampire Bat for those of you who didn't listen at school) and Noel Edmonds in his House Party phase. My girlfriend was throwing washed up algae in my face whilst shouting "Surprise Surprise " and "We're gonna have a lorra lorra laughs" (in hindsight this annoys me as those are in fact Cilla Black quotes and don't really correspond with the experience I was having. "Deal or No Deal" or "Blobby Blobby Blobby" would have been much more apt and would make this somewhat contentious and surreal anecdote more coherent). Anyway, Snr walked past and shook my hand, he was an absolute gentleman, and super strong.
My favourite boxer ever - bumped into him once outside Harrods in Knightsbridge. It was pissing down with rain and we asked if he wouldn’t mind taking a photo with us. He had a lady with him and told us he was just going to get her into a taxi first then he would be straight back. Id have put money on him just getting into the taxi as well and then buggering off as it really was bucketing it down heavy - but he didn’t. He saw the lady into the taxi further down the road then walked back through the rain and had a photo taken with us and a quick chat. I’ll never forget that. Proper gentleman in every sense.
Fantastic 👍
incredible
Tremendous Human
English eccentricity at its finest. Never change Chris.
You can't listen to this man speak and not be inspired, and want to be a better person.
Chris Eubank is one hell of a man.
Simon = top LAD proper clobber
Chris Eubank....is one hell of a man.
If I stay in the sun...I'll get a tan.
Eat some fiber…eat some bran.
Went to hospital...got a scan.
Love this dude...I'm a fan.
You think you can't...I think you can.
Here's a group...here's a clan.
Have some paint...It's in this can.
Eat this leg...this leg of lamb.
Drive this car...drive this van.
Chris Eubank...is one hell of a man.
Yes he's simply the best better than all the rest
the dudes off his head. You lot are weird
@@bigduphusaj162Everyone of us is off our head is someway...So seems you are the weirdo
Only Chris could start an interview with Rastafari speech 🤣🤣🤣
Legend in and out the ring.
Everyone is unique but Chris is more uniquer😂😂
English
And with such eloquence in his tenor too.😂
@@andrew406not really, he just wondered why he suddenly starts talking in a way he never did before, it's basically to stay relevant.
The best guest simon has interviewed. Huge respect for Eubank inside and outside of the ring. The man is an absolute legend.
Absolute sporting legend. It’s sad that some people try to ridicule him. What he’s given to entertain people and what he has to live with seeing people he’s fought suffer life altering injuries is unthinkable. He’s lived the best and seen the worst of boxing.
He wasn't the same after that fight... he was affected, wasn't the same
Every time I watch Chris I smile. I remember one time I had a wee in the bush in Brighton one evening. When I came out he was standing with my Mrs. He said "never leave your woman unattended at night". He was right, so right.
Thanks for sharing that 😃👍
Were you supposed to take her into the bush and make her watch you pee?
That's hilarious 😂
Living legend
What a role model for kids. As a youngster I hated him, I was a big Nigel Benn fan. I have nothing but admiration for Eubank SNR now, speaks the truth and stands by it
Everytime I watch this man, I feel so hard done when the interview ends or when he stops speaking. He is so captivating, full of wisdom and a true model of excellence.
Thank yoo for bringing him on, Simon.
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Agreed I could of watched another hour of that
This man needs to be protected at all cost, they just dont make them like him anymore ,unique ,legend.
Please stop saying 'protected at all cost'. It's a shitty bit of contrived Americanism that lost value the day the first person said it.
@@ishmael2586How many times did you edit that? Can't be that hard to copy and paste from reddit hahaha 😅
@@infinite8767 reddit is the place where such crappy Americanisms are most prevalent you mong.
Its an opinion,and ill say what the hell i like.approvement not needed.
What a brilliant interview. The best one on this podcast so far. Great to see Chris looking better and back to himself. There's not many people, especially fighters who can beat Simon in the brain department. Boxing really needs characters like this again. Amazing man!
Nothing against Chris. One of the greatest British sportsmen ever. But I have to disagree about this being the best episode so far, for me the worst. Philosophical jibber jabber all the way through. Not answering the questions.
I don't see how he beat Simon in the brains department, he stumbled over his words quite often, causing him to then try and turn it into some sort of philosophy in order for it to not sound daft.
The look he gives Simon when asked “what have you done for Michael Watson?” got Simon explaining himself very quickly 😅
He realised as soon as it left his mouth.
Absolutely shat himself
😂😂😂
Makes a lot of sense when you consider his brothers died because of boxing plus him putting Watson in a coma, then losing a son and now witnessing everyone try to exploit his son to fight Benn all for money
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He understands more than anyone the exploitation dominating the sport of boxing.
Excellent Interview Simon and all credit to Chris.The man has gone through so much pain and sadness in his life and all i see is a father trying to look out for his son based on his knowledge and experiences he has gone through
@@Overeasyeggsoeewho are you referring to as a closeted homosexual???
The OP, or Chris Eubank?
Edit... or Simon Jordan?
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Whatever you may think of his posturing and posing this man had an iron jaw and immense heart. His fight with Carl Thompson was one of the gutsiest things I've ever seen in a boxing ring.
Remember him beating Haye!
I see much love and respect for Chris Eubank, and I can only echo these sentiments. I was around 10 years old when my family and I bumped into Chris in Brighton and wow what a genuine gentleman who had all the time in the world for us that honestly made our day as we did and still do absolutely admire his body of work and what he stands for.
He's an incredible man.
A pugilist and philosopher. Stay well Mr Eubank.
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He once went deep into the 8th sparring with Simon years ago before the DON knocked Eubanks out with a jab
100%
This guy was a magnificent boxer and entertainer in the ring, and out of it he is a gentleman and a wonderful guy to listen to.
Avoided top Americans his whole career..not so magnificent.
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@@panystavrinos9398not a chance !! They definitely avoided him
@@NOBODY-cn6fj check out an interview with Barry hearn a few years ago about the list of conditions he gave hearn on which fighters he would never fight 🤣
@@panystavrinos9398 yeah of course Barry Hearn would never lie 🤣🤣🤣
1:09:10 "I am responsible for the intention of my words, not responsible for your interpritation of it" man SJ thats a straight KO! This was actually incredibly joyful to watch, begging to end. Both of you are absolute characters and incredibly intellectual. Please have Eubank on more, i feel that mans got so much more to give.
I remember watching the Watson two fight live. When he went down everyone thought he was done. To get up and find that upper cut was something really special. It's a shame because his career at the very top ended that night because he lost that killer instinct. I also remember him putting Steve Collins down in a fight he was losing then him letting him off the hook when he got back to his feet because he didn't want to hurt him. Eubank pre Watson would have finished Collins off that night
Absolutely.
Must be a head test...
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Not quite correct.
Next fight he KO'd John Jarvis cold @ the G mex. Manchester
Chris made believers out of everyone and those that grew up watching him know how formidable a fighter he was. He is one of the greatest british fighters that ever lived.
People ridicule this man. Hes an absolute warrior. Loved both him and benn. My era of fighting. He was never the same after watson. You can see 30 years on, that haunts him. Hes lost a son... hes vulnerable and hes unbelievably brave to speak like this. To be vulnerable makes him even stronger to me. ❤
I have the fella a chance but I see ego taking over
This man is a legend!! An absolute warrior in the ring but more importantly a real gentleman who has stayed true to himself throughout his life. All the respect in the world for you Chris
Stayed true to himself by speaking in a fake voice and playing a character in public his whole life..m
One of the best interviews I've watched, so many ex boxers are desperate to get into commentary that they are scared to go against the promoters, chris speaks the truth in everything he says
For years we all ridiculed his appearance, conduct and all that he said. So much of what he says has relevance to us as a society and makes perfect sense. An absolute legend of a human being and fighter.
Now Now Let’s have some parliamentary procedure👨🏼🎓
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You’ve got to love this guy
Excellent. One of my favourite boxers and personalities of all time.
Yeah but what about Eubank?
Hard as nails. Should have taken more risks in his career
Simply the best.
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It’s remarkable to see someone be the most authentic version of themself. Chris is an icon of humanity. But I feel a lot of his wise words will be lost on the young and naive who so desperately need it.
What Chris and Ben went through , did and achieved in that era is unbelievable I grew up , now 49 seeing these guys journey it’s been a privilege thank you guys ❤🇬🇧👊🏾
Your delivery of these questions is of a high class, Simon, I would love to see Caleb Plant on here. Also, your 'blunt' or rather straight to the point questions will merge well for the American audience it will attract. You have extreme potential for this podcast to surge in views.
The Best Yet.
A wonderful dialogue from a "throwback" man.
Great discourse Simon.
Thankyou Mr. Eubank 🙏❤️🔥
Class all the way ,as usual from Chris. An absolute warrior in the ring, and a yardstick for men outside of it. Epitome of what a man is supposed to be. Takes ownership for everything, doesn't duck anything. If only we had more people like this in today's world,we'd all be better off.
Anyone watching this interview would learn something especially that not living an honest life you'll only be fooling yourself
He ducked fights... especially American boxers..
The fact that Eubank still draws views on social media all these years after he retired from boxing shows the impact that he had on the British sports conscience in his heyday. The man is box office a true showman.
@@scoop2963but here you are,30 years later ,listening to a podcast with him🤷🏻♂️
Very respectful interview Simon,of which many do not do with Chris, which he does not always see and is taken advantage of…he speaks from the heart and has a refreshing honesty.respect to you both…
I could listen to Eubank senior all day!… an absolute legend, a very intelligent interesting person!
Epic guy. Epic interview. Honesty spoken from the heart, both guys. Keep doing what you're doing. Pleasure to hear some truths and principles and inside knowledge from Eubank Snr. The way he turns and speaks to the camera directly reminded me of his role model, the Queen herself.
One of the best Eubank interviews I've seen. Unfortunately, this man and the importance of his message and knowledge will only be truly understood and appreciated when he's gone.
Chris is a sport, style and intellectual icon. Legend status.
Love Chris Eubank pulling him up on the Liam Smith question. It absolutely is a clickbait question. Whether Simon tried to qualify it, he lives in the world of clickbait.
Absolutely fascinating interview hooked from the first minute I'm a fan of Simon Jordon and Chris Eubank Senior the two together was stunning! Made me think a lot about things and was inspiring as well! Absolute quality content! Would LOVE to see a part 2 of this respect to both gentlemen
Chris Eubank is a true eccentric in all the best meanings of that word. Never boring, always interesting and entertaining and always committed to presenting himself to the world in the best way possible and it's always his way, not anyone elses way. There's a lot to respect in all that, especially these days.
You have to love the last 3 mins when Chris shows absolute class and Simon is humbled
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Jordan will be wearing a sheriff's badge next week 😂
Thankyou Chris, that was incredibly inspirational to me. It's so refreshing to hear somebody else be that honest 🙏❤️ Thankyou again, peace and love from Gloucester ❤️
What a absolute gentleman this guy is
Simon Jordan “I’m responsible for the intention of my words, not responsible for your interpretation of it”. Absolute class. I one day hope to think of this come back quick enough.
It’s at 1:09:10 if you want to listen back
An adaptation of 'offence is taken not given"
To maintain such a genius level IQ despite being punched in the head by legendary boxers is a feat we rarely see
Senior is not odd or unwell. He just operates on a different frequency than most of us. He is one unique guy and is finally getting the respect and love he deserves. Unlike the maggots that try to use his mental health as an argument to ignore what he is saying about their love of money, greed and lack of morals. If I could click like 10 times I would. Today I heard news that was great for boxing. I like to think that this interview was the reason the Eubank/Benn fighter is not going ahead. Well done Chris & Simon!
Excellent point.
Chris sir that was absolutely superb by far the best pod which simon has done also,the substance you both have is fantastic to listen to,a real treat of a conversation
Thank you for this, I know you probably filmed this already but it fills me with joy nonetheless to partake in this interview: which definitely delivers in cutting through the nonsense of such things of endless praise and or biased retail of one's history.
Why do you think they filmed it already?
Chris Eubank is an amazing human. he lives his life, and he loves people. A real man with a purpose.
My brother met him by chance in a club in Mayfair and had a quick chat. Said he was a real gentleman in person. Lovely fella. Cheers Chris 👍🏻
Eubanks opening line"Rastafairi"just brilliant, u can't think that up 😅😅
I'm defo remembering that line if I ever get arrested "sorry judge I was just being courageous"
Eubank deserves two episodes, one for his genius, and one for his madness.
These interviews get better and better. 5 Stars. Class act is Eubank Snr. Well done Simon - Great questions. Great guests. Great honesty.
This was a fascinating and insightful interview with Chris Eubank Sr, in addition to being educational and engaging. This man is a British boxing legend who fought in the golden age of British middle and super middleweights, whose peers were Benn, Watson, and Collins - what boxing entertainment they gave us. Thoroughly enjoyed the discussion, thanks for uploading.
Chris is a real man of integrity. And he helps you look at things from different angles
Can’t have anything other than respect for Sr, and now the way he is so outspoken protecting Jr. real man
Wow!!!! this is one of the best interviews I’ve seen in a long time….❤ I never liked this guy at 1st but I’ve grown to love him…
I do wish this man was fighting in this era. He would be the face of boxing. The boxing skills, the charisma, the heart. He can talk the talk but he could also walk the walk. Legendary.
Really?? 2x steve Collins.
2x Thompson.
Watson lucky!!.
2nd fight with benn! Draw.
Cazagi.
Lost lost lost.lost lost lost lost
Never fighted roy. Hopkins.toney.
So.how is he a legend
So many people hate on this man. But you cannot deny the warrior he was, the man genuinely fascinates me.
Two golden gems on the same platform. Love it! Eubank Sr always teaches me something new; great wisdom
Sir Chris Eubank Sr is a steppin razor (sharply dressed). That's right I called him Sir Chris Eubank.. Knight him King Charles! Great interview. Both men did brilliantly.
This was a stupendous confection of an interview.
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The interview procedure was parliamentary
@@ItsJustEvilyou’ve already said that mate
Look past all the eccentricity, in the ring, in the 90's, this man was incredible
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Just amazing. Probably the best interview of the series. I know Simon had to keep bringing Chris back to specifics but what an inspiring video.
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Without doubt, one of the most riveting interviews/ discussions I’ve ever seen - from both sides
Love the heart and passion this man has for his family and for boxing. Hes a gentleman and a warrior through and through
Best Quote of the interview "I'm winning, sorry i've won, sorry, the King ya look pun bredren" lol
that was one of the best interviews i have ever watched, honest, truthful and personnel
What a gent Chris is and what a fighter he was like he says people think he’s an odd ball well this is a sign of the times in the world we live in now ..if your a gentleman your classed as a odd ball …how sad ..what a warrior and a true gentleman this man is .👍👍👍
Magnificent boxer and individual. Utter class for the entire time he’s been in the public eye. I hope one day Chris gets his flowers.
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Eubank, Benn, Watson, Collins, Tommy hearns, sugar ray Leonard, Hagler, Duran. I’m 52 and lived through the best boxing ever. Brilliant conversation.
I used to fight the bullys. Never put up with it. I got suspended 16 times in school. Then 5 years in jail full of fighting and Im here today with a great life. Hard work is what it takes. Determination to change your ways. Never stop fighting for what you want in life. Gladly I dont fight anyone anymore.
Chris and his silence near the end can be interpreted in many ways, but it was wonderful that, despite it seeming that had different views, they let each other speak without interruption, and, listened to each other.A brilliant and absorbing interview. 👏
You could tell Simon would go back on this interview and try and work out how did the vibe change all of a sudden and work on that cause love rules all
Best interview ever!! Top blokes!! Pure class!! Royalty has arrived!!!
Loved Chris back in the day for the man he represented... respect him even more as the full incarnation of the human spirit....!
What an amazing interview! , love or hate either of them ya cant knock that interview 👌👏👏
Can you imagine being Junior having to get these lectures???
200%
No thanks
go back and watch eubank sr lecturing Connor Benn at that press conference, jrs face was priceless🤣
He really is one of my heroes in this life. I look up to him. Always have done. Cheers Chris.
The only guest yet who has Simon on the back foot and completely speechless at times 😂
As Simon says at the start, Eubank is an enigma wrapped in a riddle
Legend! Also first interview that hasn’t seen Simon talk the most 😂
I am loving Chris Eubank’s Aston Villa 1994 away kit inspired jacket
The only person that would know that is an Aston Villa fan, you poor sod.
@@ORIGINOLINDIVIDUAL I remember it as it goes and I'm not a fan of Aston Villa. This was a good joke and most people 40+ who like football will likely understand it.
You could garunteed Eubank sr wasn’t gunna let Jordan interrupt him 😂👌 great interview tho loved it 👍
Have had 2 experiences with Chris; bumped into him once on Regent's street and he shook my hand as we passed eachother (we were both rushing). On another occassion, I was on my way to work along Gower Street in London, he pulled up to the lights in a black Hummer, wound down his window and gave me the "thumbs-up" and shouted "Morning Brother!". Top Bloke!
Fantastic interview both ways. Great challenging questions with transparent answers. Well done Mr Jordan. 👏
A Man with lots of wisdom and life experience. Well worth the listen! Great interview
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Idolised this man in the ring in the 90s. True sportsman and legend 🙏
What a great interview. Loved what Simon said at the end. Great stuff.
Brilliant interview as usual Chris is simply that guy just wished we could all use our hearts and brains adequately
The man, the legend, the myth, the enigmatic, the courageous, the warrior, the Lord of the English manor. The distinguished gentleman, simply the best Mr Christopher 'English' Eubank.
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Love Eubank Sr, even love his suit jacket which resembles the Aston Villa 94 away kit sponsored by Muller 😂
Absolutely mullered any interpretation of complimentary aesthetics
Greatest episode well spoken. Points put across respectfully and with commitment well done.
That is what you call a top-shelf Gentleman!! Beautiful Interview
You have to respect Chris’s dedication, whenever the camera is on he performs his gimmick perfectly. He consistently contradicts himself, but his dedication is brilliant.
1 of the best interviews I have seen. Fantastic questions and Chris Eubank replies to everyone question was perfect.
Excellent interview from Chris. He talks very passionately and is very convincing. Takes the moral ground throughout. Simon was searching for a bit of clickbait. Chris is correct throughout the interview.
Top interview to be honest. Simon listened a lot here and we got to hear a lot from Eubank , the dynamic really worked. Sometimes Simon can be a bit overpowering but really worked here
A real legend and young lads can learn a lot from him
There's enough material here for 2 more seasons of The Office