Conor Benn subsequent struggle date and opponent introduced as Brit makes boxing comeback

Conor Benn will return to the ring on September 23 in opposition to Rodolfo Orozco on the Richardson Hitchins vs Jose Zepeda undercard on the Caribe Royale Orlando, Florida. The Brit has not fought in over 12 months after twice testing constructive for the banned substance clomifene in a pre-fight VADA medication check forward of his long-awaited grudge match with Chris Eubank Jr in October.

‘The Destroyer’ had his provisional suspension lifted in July by the unbiased National Anti-Doping Panel clearing the best way for his comeback. However, UK Anti-Doping and the British Boxing Board of Control have since appealed the ruling. 

Multiple reviews declare that the choice to raise Benn’s suspension was “focused heavily” on UKAD’s incapability to rule on VADA drug exams and didn’t embody an examination of how the banned substance received into Benn’s system, resulting in an enchantment.

Amid these appeals, Benn is again in motion throughout the pond in opposition to 24-year-old Mexican brawler Orozco in three days’ time. Orozco is 32-3-3 as knowledgeable and has by no means fought outdoors of his dwelling nation earlier than.

“I am undefeated in the ring, and in spirit,” mentioned Benn. “A return on Saturday is a step closer to redemption. After that,  I’m putting the 147-160 divisions on notice. You are looking at a determined man with a deep desire to beat them all.”

“I want to thank Matchroom and BXSTRS for this opportunity,” mentioned Orozco. “This is exactly what I’ve been waiting for. This isn’t short notice for me because I’ve been preparing for this moment my entire life. You’ve made a mistake Conor, and I’ll show you that this Saturday.”

Matchroom Sport chairman Eddie Hearn added: “Conor Benn is back and I’m looking forward to seeing him pick up where he left off. He’s ready to go straight in for a big fight now but his trainer Tony Sims will be pleased to get him back sooner against a game opponent in Rodolfo Orozco.

“Conor is trying unbelievable within the fitness center and I can’t wait to see him again within the ring the place he belongs on what’s a improbable struggle card in Florida.”

Fellow Brit Sandy Ryan additionally options on the invoice as she bids to change into the primary unified feminine World Welterweight champion. The WBO title-holder takes on unified champion Jessica McCaskill for the WBO, WBC, WBA, IBF and Ring Magazine belts out in Florida.