Eddie Hearn Claims Conor Benn Offered $250K In Hush Money
Eddie Hearn has claimed that Conor Benn offered him $250,000 in hush money following Benn's signing with Zuffa Boxing. Hearn, who previously managed Benn, expressed his feelings of betrayal after the boxer left his team. The situation has escalated, with Hearn publicly rejecting the offer and expressing his disdain for the proposal.
- ▪Eddie Hearn claims Conor Benn offered him $250,000 to remain silent about negative comments.
- ▪Hearn felt betrayed after Benn signed with Zuffa Boxing, leaving their previous partnership in turmoil.
- ▪The boxing promoter publicly rejected the offer and expressed his anger in a recent interview.
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