It’s repeat or revenge time for middleweight boxing rivals Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr. Their long-anticipated rematch has been set for this September – here’s how you can get tickets today.
The stage is set for one of boxing’s biggest rivalries to return this September.
A full nine months after their first clash, Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr will be facing off once again at Manchester’s AO Arena, in a match that’s been dubbed “Repeat or Revenge.”
The boxing foes first touched gloves this January in a fierce fight which saw Eubank Jr knocked out just one minute into the fourth round.
At the time, Eubank Jr claimed that Smith’s knockdown was the result of an illegal elbow strike, while Smith accused his opponent of bad sportsmanship. Now, the two middleweight stars are ready to settle the score in what’s likely to be a match for the ages.
The original match date was scheduled for much earlier this year but had to be pushed back following a training injury for Smith. Now that the new date has been confirmed, the Liverpudlian said: “I’m fully healed up now, injury-free, and I’m looking forward to finishing Chris Eubank Jr’s career.”
Meanwhile the 33-year-old, and son of boxing legend Chris Eubank, has responded on Twitter: “There’s nowhere left to hide. September 2nd is payback time – no more excuses! You know what’s coming!”
🚨 The rematch is ON 🤝
— BOXXER (@boxxer) July 19, 2023
The rivalry between @LiamBeefySmith & @ChrisEubankJr finally concludes at the @AOArena 🔥
Repeat or revenge? 🍿
Sign up for pre-sale now on https://t.co/yt3WMVlLFj 🎟 #SmithEubank2 | 02.09.23 | AO Arena, Manchester | @SkySportsBoxing @WassermanBoxing
In January, the foes’ fight took place in front of a sold-out 20,000 fans and also set a new domestic pay-per-view record for the middleweight boxing class. This time, Ben Shalom, BOXXER promoter and CEO, said: “We’re expecting tickets to fly out for September 2 at the AO Arena as fans rush to be ringside for what is guaranteed to be another unbelievable firefight.”
So, if you want a seat in the stands for one the biggest fights this year, here’s everything you need to know about tickets.
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Who won the last Smith vs Eubank Jr fight?
Smith and Eubank Jr’s last fight took place in January this year. The fiery match went four rounds before Smith secured an incredible KO victory over Eubank Jr.
Following the clash, Eubank Jr immediately activated the rematch clause and was originally scheduled to face Smith shortly after.
However, Smith suffered an injury in training camp and was forced to postpone the match until now. With the date now set, global head of boxing at Wasserman Boxing, Kalle Sauerland, said: “Good things come to those who wait.”
What is the Smith vs Eubank Jr full fight card?
This week the undercard for Smith vs Eubank Jr was revealed. Here’s a look at the full fight card:
- Frazer Clarke vs Dave Allen
- Florian Marku vs Dylan Moran
- Mark Heffron vs Jack Cullen and Ben Whittaker
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What is the UK date and venue for Smith vs Eubank Jr 2?
The much-anticipated rematch between these two opponents is set to take place in Manchester this September, here’s the full details:
- 2nd Sep 2023 – Manchester, AO Arena
As the location of their first fiery showdown, the AO Arena seems like a fitting venue to continue this rivalry. To get there, all you have to do is head to Manchester Victoria Station, which is available via Northern Rail trains and Metrolink tram services. If you’re heading from another city, your best bet is to go to Manchester Piccadilly and either walk or hop on a short train from there.
How much do Smith vs Eubank Jr 2 tickets cost?
Tickets for this high-stakes rematch start at £59 and go up to a whopping £565 for ring-side seats. For the best price, you’ll need to book quickly.
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How to get tickets to Smith vs Eubank Jr 2
General sale tickets went live at 12pm on Tuesday, 25th July. And if you’re looking to float through the ticket-buying process like a butterfly, make sure you read our tips on how to beat the Ticketmaster queue.
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