Conor Benn Joins Zuffa Boxing
Britain's Conor Benn has left Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing to sign with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing. Benn, with a professional record of 24 wins and one loss, is making the switch to elevate his career on the new promotional platform.
- The deal is reportedly for a single fight and is worth eight figures, allowing Benn to earn a significant payday without a long-term commitment. - This move ends a 10-year partnership with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing, which had promoted Benn since his professional debut in 2016. - Zuffa Boxing is a new venture from UFC CEO Dana White, in partnership with Sela, Saudi Arabia's entertainment company, and TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of UFC and WWE. - Benn is coming off two high-profile UK stadium fights against rival Chris Eubank Jr., losing the first bout in April before winning a decision in their November rematch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. - He joins a growing roster of fighters signed to the new promotion, which includes IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia, heavyweight Efe Ajagba, and former world champion Mark Magsayo. - White, who has long criticized the business structure of boxing, held the first Zuffa Boxing event in January 2026 and aims to build a premier platform for top talent. - Despite his high profile, the 29-year-old Benn has not yet challenged for a major world title. - Upon the announcement, Benn stated he is targeting "legacy fights" and is interested in facing the winner of the upcoming bout between Mario Barrios and Ryan Garcia.
