Listen & read
Eddie Hearn announces a five-year extension with DAZN, set to deliver 30 boxing shows annually through 2031. Hearn aims for 40 shows per year, totaling 200 by the end of the cycle. However, the shock departure of Conor Benn, who signs with Dana White and Zuffa Boxing, sends tremors through the sport. Hearn, devastated, loses his biggest future star and hits a personal low after investing heavily in Benn during his doping suspension. This marks a pivotal moment in the escalating rivalry between Hearn and White, once friendly but now fiercely competitive. Hearn reflects on past battles with rivals like Frank Warren and Bob Arum, emphasizing his resilience in both the UK and US markets. Matchroom has transformed boxing promotion since its 2012 exclusive Sky Sports deal and its 2018 launch on DAZN. The fight for control, airtime, and talent intensifies.
Comments (0)