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WATCH: Neymar Steps In Between Boxers Chris Eubank Jr. And Conor Benn During Post-Fight Altercation

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Published21 hours ago on October 12, 2024

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Neymar

Brazilian football superstar Neymar Jr. found himself in an unexpected role of peacemaker after a boxing match in Saudi Arabia.

The incident occurred following Chris Eubank Jr.’s victory over Kamil Szeremeta. As soon as the final bell rang, Conor Benn, a long-time rival of Eubank Jr., stormed into the ring, eager to confront his opponent and potentially set up a future fight.

A heated exchange of words ensued, and the situation threatened to escalate into a physical altercation. It was at this moment that Neymar, who was in attendance at the event, stepped in to intervene.

The Brazilian football star positioned himself between the two boxers in an attempt to prevent any further confrontation.

Neymar’s involvement in the incident quickly went viral, with thousands of people sharing and commenting on the footage on social media. The unexpected nature of the event, combined with Neymar’s celebrity status, made it a trending topic online.

While the exact details of the conversation between Neymar, Eubank Jr., and Benn remain unclear, it’s a major talking point from a massive night of boxing from Riyadh.

WATCH: Neymar Gets Between Boxers Eubank And Benn