British middleweight Chris Eubank Jr flew to Nigeria this week, signaling a possible return after surgery that followed his points loss to Conor Benn in November. The fighter posted video of a cheering crowd of young fans greeting him on Lagos streets, captioning the clip, “Active in the streets of Lagos. Watch this space.” ahead of a possible comeback bout.

Nigerian promoter Dr Ezekiel Adamu argued the star could draw a massive audience on the continent, noting that boxing in Africa “is going from strength to strength” with Nigeria at its core. He said talks with government officials have been positive and that a Lagos showdown would showcase both international talent and home‑grown fighters, creating a global moment and boost local economies.

Eubank Jr previously stopped Liam Smith in a rematch and earned a points win over Benn in their first encounter, positioning him for a world‑title bout before the November setback. While his camp has not responded to Sky Sports’ inquiries, the promoter’s optimism suggests a Lagos fight could materialise this year, potentially reviving the boxer’s career trajectory and re‑establish his marketability.