On Friday November 19th two legends of the boxing world entertained a thrilled capacity crowd of 750 at the Vale Sports Arena Cardiff.
The boxers were Nigel Benn and Michael Watson. Michael was a last minute replacement for Chris Eubank Sr who was taken ill with covid. The two legends shared many stories from their legendary careers including their toughest fights, facing Eubank, the difference in boxing eras as well as Michaels incredible inspirational recovery from a severe traumatic brain injury suffered in his World Title fight against Chris Eubank Sr.
The event also saw host to a raffle, a game of heads or tales, a saxophonist and a singer. The capacity crowd also included former British Empire and Commonwealth Champion Eddie Avoth, former two time British Champion Pat Thomas, Cage Warriors MMA World Champion Jack Shore, former World Boxing Champion Gavin Rees, former European Champion Craig Evans and well known property developer Dave Edwards as well as being hosted by Polly James one of Wales best known and loved presenters and Nigel Benn’s manager. It truly was a remarkable evening for any Fight fan!
The boxers were Nigel Benn and Michael Watson. Michael was a last minute replacement for Chris Eubank Sr who was taken ill with covid. The two legends shared many stories from their legendary careers including their toughest fights, facing Eubank, the difference in boxing eras as well as Michaels incredible inspirational recovery from a severe traumatic brain injury suffered in his World Title fight against Chris Eubank Sr.
The event also saw host to a raffle, a game of heads or tales, a saxophonist and a singer. The capacity crowd also included former British Empire and Commonwealth Champion Eddie Avoth, former two time British Champion Pat Thomas, Cage Warriors MMA World Champion Jack Shore, former World Boxing Champion Gavin Rees, former European Champion Craig Evans and well known property developer Dave Edwards as well as being hosted by Polly James one of Wales best known and loved presenters and Nigel Benn’s manager. It truly was a remarkable evening for any Fight fan!