Chris Eubank Jr. may return to the ring in February 2027, with another all-British affair lined up.
Eubank looks set to have a full calendar year out of the ring for the first time since 2020, as he recovered from an intense 2025 rivalry with Conor Benn and celebrated becoming a father.
The 37-year-old former IBO champion won his first meeting with Benn via unanimous decision in a fight of the year contender, but was barely competitive in the rematch, having struggled with the 160 lbs limit plus a 10 lbs rehydration clause – the same terms as their initial encounter.
There appears to be no intention to retire on Eubank’s part, and some rumours and reports have started to emerge in the second half of this year on his return.
While a trilogy with Benn seems a sensible option for both men, and has been mentioned by Benn’s camp, Eubank could instead be next facing Kell Brook.
Former welterweight world champion ‘Special K’ – who lost just three times in his career to top-level operators – retired in 2022 after a win over Amir Khan.
Speaking to Pro Boxing Fans, BOXXER founder Ben Shalom, who promoted Brook’s final fight, said that a return fight against Eubank is almost over the line.
“I believe [Eubank will return in] February. I think [Kell Brook] is the fight that fans want to see, I think that’s the fight that sells. I think the fight happens. Pretty much, terms are agreed on both sides.”
Brook and Khan met at a catchweight of 149lbs, but the Sheffield fighter would likely have to come in much higher given Eubank’s well-documented struggles making 160lbs for his two Benn bouts.
Brook has consistently said he would be open to a return, and remained on the fringes of the Benn-Eubank rivalry, always open to facing either man.
Eubank has worked with BOXXER for his last seven fights, but was recently linked with a somewhat unexpected partnership with Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn.
