Eddie Hearn: Was it worth taking a piece of my soul for that?
Boxing Scene • • general
Key Points:
- Eddie Hearn expressed disappointment over Conor Benn's departure, acknowledging he misjudged Benn's character but refraining from publicly criticizing him.
- Hearn emphasized his loyalty to fighters, highlighting that he stood by Benn during two years of turmoil following Benn's positive drug tests, a stance he believes few promoters would have taken.
- Reflecting on the experience, Hearn described the Benn PED case as the hardest moment of his career and questioned whether his loyalty was misplaced.
- Despite the setback, Hearn maintains that he acted according to what he believed was right at the time and continues to value standing by his fighters.
- Hearn contrasted his approach with other organizations, noting he does not abandon fighters during difficult times, even
