The joke originates from the comedy show I'm Alan Partridge, in which the title character pitches a selection of ideas for television shows. But hes got something I want. [19], Known for his unique sense of style, Eubank has won the Britain's Best Dressed Man many times. By continuing to use this website you agree to our cookie policy. He reigned as world champion for over five years, was undefeated in his first ten years as a professional, and remained undefeated at middleweight. [22], Eubank and his first wife, Karron (married 23 December 1990 in Brighton), had four children (Christopher, born on 18 September 1989; Sebastian (18 July 1991 9 July 2021); Emily, born on 19 April 1994; and Joseph, born on 23 October 1996) and have over the years starred in various television programmes. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Obviously, your voice is very distinctive. Doing our best to bring you the answers you want to know, and getting the exclusives that those other guys cant. You can find us at the fights all over the place with our nationwide team of correspondents, and wide reach around the globe we have the tools and the team to bring you coverage from all the fights. Its something I have always wanted to achieve from day one. Eubank has suffered tragedy in his life of late and was incoherent in a pair of incidents captured over the past week. He made a quick comeback in 1996, however, defeating Luis Dionisio Barrera and Camilo Alarcon. [10] In 1994 he took over a prime site in the city, which he called 'Buckingham Place'. He would often engage in posturing (particularly between rounds of fights). Some have suggested Eubank Jr.s desire to win a British title is motivated in part by the fact his father, Chris Sr., never picked one up during his own accomplished career. Ex World Champion Boxer Chris Eubank has one of the most recognisable voices in the UK. For Liam Smith, however, it was another matter entirely. 22nd Sep 2022, 4:23pm. Christopher Livingstone Eubank (born 8 August 1966) is a British former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 1998. Chris Eubank today paid tribute to his son boxer son Sebastian after the family held a funeral for him in Dubai following his death aged 29 from a heart attack. He certainly made an impression on WBN. In boxing circles he enjoyed even less popularity, having once referred to the sport as a 'mug's game' on national television (This was a selective quote Eubank had actually been discussing the seedier side of the sport, such as the beatings taken by journeyman fighters for small sums of money, or boxers that were lied to and ripped off by promoters). Chris Eubank Let the battles begin, Benn added: Im looking forward to working with Chris again but this tour will be different because of our sons fight. Like his father, Chris Jr went into the professional boxing world. Chris Eubank perfected his posh accent by watching 1970s period drama Upstairs, Downstairs, Chris opened up about his family and love life on Piers Morgan's Life Stories, He is known for his flamboyant dress sense. Eubank was knocked down twice and lost on points to Calzaghe, but saw his popularity rise as a result of managing to finish the fight against his more fancied opponent. We work to form a personal relationship with our listeners and our guests making our show more intimate and giving a raw, uncut and real aspect that you will be hard pressed to find elsewhere. Will David Light be able to take Lawrence Okolies world title? Eubank became obsessed with boxing training and went to the gym every day, working as caretaker to pay his way. When asked about his accent by host Piers, Chris revealed he perfected his eloquent tone by watching 1970s period drama Upstairs, Downstairs. Chris now has a very gentle 's' sound. Always have been. Eubank also has an elder son, Nathanael Wilson, born August 1988. Thats the only reason Im fighting him. Golf . Its always business. After Steve Collins withdrew from his WBO super-middleweight title defence against Joe Calzaghe and unexpectedly retired in October 1997, Calzaghe was matched against Eubank for the vacant title with eleven days notice. In his final two years of boxing he challenged then-up and coming contender Joe Calzaghe in a bid to reclaim his WBO super-middleweight title, with a victorious Calzaghe later claiming that it was the toughest fight of his whole career. In March 1995, however, Eubank lost his title to Irishman Steve Collins, by unanimous decision. Chris Eubank says he's always taught his son that you don't need to land shots to the head in a fight.The father and son interview comes as Nick Blackwell remains in an induced coma after Saturday's title fight against Eubank Jnr. I say, fine. Ive done nothing but gift this young man a career, a name, a face.. His world title contests against fellow Britons Nigel Benn and Michael Watson helped British boxing ride a peak of popularity in the 1990s, with Eubank's eccentric personality making him one of the most recognisable celebrities of the period. Eubank needs to 'blast away' Smith - Groves In his BBC Sport column, George Groves says Chris Eubank Jr handpicked Liam Smith and must win, and win well, to justify his big star billing. Watson spent 40 days in a coma, underwent 6 brain surgeries, and suffered permanent partial paralysis. [30], In 2015, Eubank adopted the nickname of his deceased father, "English", to privately perpetuate his memory and to publicly differentiate himself from the budding boxing career of his son Chris Jr.[31], In 2021, Eubank was prosecuted after he was filmed by CyclingMikey driving through a red light. Chris Eubanks Real Voice #chriseubank #boxing #legend #british #england #fight #blm #champion #personality #real #truth #reveal #voice, one of my favourite knockouts #fyp #foryou #xyzbca #boxing #funnyboxing #boxingfunnymoments #chriseubank, Replying to @demianjorin Pt 2 of Chris eubank interview #boxing #africantiktok #chriseubanksnr #nigeria #viral #fyp, Somebody need to help the man #chriseubank #boxing #UK #fyp, Chirs Eubank On What Boxing Is About #boxing #chriseubank #eubank #chriseubankjr #eubankjrbenn #motivation #respect #fyp #foryou #fouryoupage #fy, Chris wasnt particularly happy with this question. Chris Eubank's Voice. Doran down once in the 3rd round and three times in the 4th. original sound - mmaboxreplay. On his return to England, he lived in Stoke Newington, Dalston, Hackney and then Peckham, in a largely impoverished environment. ", Chris then replied: "Upstairs, Downstairs. Q:Will I have to edit or do anything to the voiceover? 9.7K Likes, 57 Comments. Both fighters dropped. They were never given any foundation. Ultimately, I am patriotic. At one time he owned the only Hummer in Britain.[9]. Throughout his successful years and beyond, Eubank developed a reputation[citation needed] for eccentricity. Id definitely recommend giving it a watch. Copyright 2023 GV Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved. It doesnt matter whether he likes me or hates me. Sadly, its come to the point where, when you no longer care, it means Id let go. In the early 1990s, Eubank was caricatured as a puppet on Spitting Image. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. I only care about the British title he possesses. Abraham scaled 12st 1lb 13oz at his first weighing. Blackwell, halted following a doctors inspection, with a large . If that remains the case, its more pain for Eubank to endure, in addition to the horrific death of his other son Sebastian. Malinga down in the 5th round. I respect everything he achieved. Eubank cut above the right eye when heads clashed in the 3rd round. Something went wrong, please try again later. Chris Eubank Christopher Livingstone Eubank (born 8 August 1966) is a British former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 1998. IBO title not on the line for Groves. Now available in BBC Sounds #boxing #accident #podcast #chriseubank, Chris Eubank - Boxing Legend #fyp #danmorleyboxer #boxing, Genuinely felt sad for the Eubank family. [12], In 2006, Eubank was sacked by his own public relations advisor, Richard Hillgrove, for being "too eccentric".[13][14]. [4] Eubank's last two fights were against WBO junior-heavyweight champion Carl Thompson, both of which were brutal encounters. Now available in BBC Sounds #boxing #accident #podcast #chriseubank". Eubank said: As we prepare for the greatest legacy fight ever, I am especially excited about this tour. He writes in his autobiography that his drive to succeed in boxing came through his drive to become an accepted individual, largely caused by subjective bullying from his elder brothers. He told Piers : "Those three brothers of mine, whatever have been done to me throughout my life, nothing was harder than actually what those three did to me.". 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CHRIS Eubank has opened up about the shocking moment his first wife Karron told him she wanted a divorce. Where does that come from? Collins down in the 10th. [16] On 22 February 2007, Eubank was arrested outside Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall for a suspected breach of the peace after driving through central London in his truck, which was emblazoned with a message condemning Tony Blair for sending Prince Harry to Iraq. CHRIS EUBANK FUNNY MOMENTS - YouTube 0:00 / 6:17 CHRIS EUBANK FUNNY MOMENTS Paddy Gray 474 subscribers Subscribe 10K 774K views 3 years ago Boxing legend Chris Eubanks best moments in a. And you would listen to the way they spoke?" The Boxing authorities say they're satisfied with the way the fight was handled.Subscribe for more like this, every day: http://bit.ly/1epe41j Dangerous world: http://bit.ly/1JCsSYbThe news explained: http://bit.ly/1epgay4Music: http://bit.ly/1RVTRNyTechnology: http://bit.ly/1LI1K9y Like us on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1wQ1GtyFollow us on Twitter: http://bit.ly/1mFUjBD Their fathers tour, called The Trilogy Tour, will reveal more than thirty years of bitterness and acrimony between two of the worlds biggest boxing rivalries. The pair may now be estranged, according to Senior. Manners.". The bell sounded to end the round as soon as Watson was up from the count. He explains how he first got his accent, with a little bit of help from the BBC World Service! Chris Eubank is currently married to his third wife who shuns the spotlight. It follows reports that Eubank may have spent time in a mental health facility earlier this year. 106 Likes, TikTok video from CombatSportCityy (@combatsportcity): "So much power #boxing #ko #knockout #chriseubank #eubank". If youre looking for an impression or sound a like of Chris, please do drop me a line and let me know how I can help you. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Chris Eubank features in a full episode of #WhenIWas25. He said: "My brother Peter he's never hit me once in his life. Chris Eubank Jr. believes British champion Nick Blackwell Chris Eubank Jr is merely keeping the throne warm and that on March 26 he will be relieved of his duties, and a superior division ruler will be crowned. Thaboxingvoice.com brings to you, the boxing fans, the latest boxing news. Sulaiman told The Boxing Voice: "He can fight. with Chris replying: "Yes". 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