Conor Benn comeback confirmed after boxer cleared over failed drugs test
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Conor Benn will resume his professional boxing career on Saturday (September 23) in Orlando.
The confirmation from Eddie Hearn comes almost a year after his fight against Chris Eubank Jr was scrapped after he was found to have tested positive for clomifene – but was later cleared by the National Anti-Doping Panel as UKAD considered an appeal.
Matchroom boss Hearn wrote on Instagram: "It’s time. This Saturday..he’s back! Conor Benn returns this Saturday on a huge card in Orlando live on Dazn."
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The 26-year-old (21-0) has been confirmed to fight Mexican Rodolfo Orozco, who has a professional record of 32-3-3 on the undercard of Richardson Hitchins vs Jose Zepeda at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida.
Benn has said: “I am undefeated in the ring, and in spirit. A return on Saturday is a step closer to redemption.
"After that, I’m putting the 147-160 divisions on notice. You are looking at a determined man with a deep desire to beat them all."
Hearn added in a statement: "Conor Benn is back and I’m looking forward to seeing him pick up where he left off.
"He’s ready to go straight in for a big fight now but his trainer Tony Sims will be pleased to get him back sooner against a game opponent in Rodolfo Orozco.
"Conor is looking unbelievable in the gym and I cannot wait to see him back in the ring where he belongs on what is a fantastic fight card in Florida."
The time for talking is almost over as KSI and Tommy Fury will bury their rivarly once and for all as they face off in Manchester on Saturday, October 14th. Logan Paul will also be fighting at the event in front of what is expected to be a sell-out crowd.
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Benn had been cleared over a failed drugs test by the WBC back in February after their investigation offered no conclusive evidence other than a 'highly-elevated consumption of eggs'.
Orozco said: "This is exactly what I’ve been waiting for.
"This isn’t short notice for me because I’ve been preparing for this moment my entire life. You’ve made a mistake Conor, and I’ll show you that this Saturday."
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