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Eubank vs Benn: Boxing's favourite villain turns anti-hero

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Chris Eubank Jr faces Conor Benn at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday .

The Brighton boxer says he has learned to accept, even "relish", the villain tag.

The 35-year-old admits he has been happy to play the 'bad guy' role in boxing.

Benn 's failed drugs tests have tarnished his reputation and has morphed into British boxing's unlikely antihero.

His fractured relationship with his father has threatened to overshadow the fight.

Chris Eubank Jr will face Conor McGregor in London on April 27th .

The 26-year-old has won 37 fights and is yet to capture a world title.

He is one of British boxing's biggest draws, but is not ready to give it all up just yet.

A defeat to Benn could end up defining his career.

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