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McGregor says he’s eager to return as the UFC moves away from pay-per-view toward streaming, questions his market value in the new era, cites Conor Benn’s $15 million deal as a benchmark, and hints his comeback could come soon, possibly around International Fight Week.
Israel Adesanya tells Dana White to remember MMA roots as White pushes into boxing with Zuffa Boxing and signs Conor Benn for $15 million; Adesanya meanwhile heads to UFC Seattle to face Joe Pyfer after a losing streak, eyeing a comeback.
Israel Adesanya comments on Conor Benn’s reported $15 million purse while UFC president Dana White reportedly recalibrates the promotion’s priorities, in a Midnight Mania wrap of recent MMA rumors and updates.
Max Holloway urged UFC fighters to know their worth and unite for bigger pay after reports that Conor Benn could earn $15 million in a Zuffa Boxing showdown with Regis Prograis, arguing the Paramount+ deal and current pay structures demand collective leverage; he cited Demetrious Johnson and Georges St-Pierre in stressing fighters must band together rather than undercut each other.
Conor Benn is set to face Regis Prograis on the undercard of Tyson Fury’s bout with Arslanbek Makhmudov in April, with the event promoted by Zuffa Boxing and airing on Netflix. Benn, who beat Chris Eubank Jr twice, aims to campaign at welterweight for a world-title run, while Prograis—once a light-welterweight champion—has two losses in his last three fights. Fury hasn’t fought since losing to Usyk in December 2024 and will fight Makhmudov.
TKO Group Holdings executive Mark Shapiro said Conor Benn’s reported $15 million one‑fight deal with Zuffa Boxing isn’t paid by TKO; the purse is financed by SELA, the Saudi-backed backer. Benn’s signing is described as a one‑fight plan with potential marquee superfights in 2026, with White and Khan leading the effort and Benn not expected to fight regularly on Zuffa Boxing at this time.
Max Kellerman tells Eddie Hearn to mind his business after Hearn and Oscar De La Hoya criticized Zuffa Boxing, arguing the streaming-backed venture is expanding boxing and rendering the old-promoter status quo obsolete. He cites Conor Benn’s loss to Zuffa as evidence of the shift and warns rivals not to talk trash one day and cry the next. Kellerman frames Zuffa Boxing as the new game for boxing, though it’s financed by Saudi interests, signaling a major reorientation in how the sport is promoted and consumed.
Demetrious Johnson says Dana White’s $15 million signing of Conor Benn to Zuffa Boxing was a deliberate flex intended to show boxing can pay big and to fuel the boxing-vs-MMA pay debate. He notes UFC salaries are largely opaque, making direct comparisons difficult, and argues such a payday is exceptional for MMA stars, reflecting White’s ongoing rivalry with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom.
Sean O'Malley reacted to reports that Zuffa Boxing signed Conor Benn for a $15 million, one‑fight deal, saying he can’t believe such a payday exists and underscoring the pay gap between boxing stars and UFC fighters. He noted Benn’s fame, questioned the figure, and suggested the move could be driven by business or ego amid ongoing tensions between UFC/White and boxing figures.
Eddie Hearn says he’s devastated after Conor Benn left Matchroom for Zuffa Boxing, blaming himself for not keeping Benn loyal; Benn’s deal is reportedly eight-figures for a single fight, though numbers aren’t confirmed. Benn emphasized a long relationship with Matchroom and hopes Hearn stays involved, while Hearn says he could have matched the offer but Benn wasn’t interested. The move intensifies tensions with Dana White and signals a protracted rivalry between the promoters.
Boxing star Conor Benn is reported to have signed a one-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing worth about $15 million, one of the sport’s largest purses outside a world title, signaling strong investment as Zuffa expands into boxing; Benn will be free to pursue other options after this bout.
Britain's Conor Benn has left Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing to join Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, saying he's excited for legacy fights as Zuffa aims to disrupt boxing's traditional title structure. Benn, who beat Chris Eubank Jr last year, remains within world-title contention, while Hearn hinted at future collaborations; the move signals a major shift in boxing's promoter landscape.
Conor Benn went the distance in a tougher-than-expected 12-round fight against Peter Dobson, winning by unanimous decision. Despite predicting a first-round knockout, Benn admitted to being disappointed with his performance, while Dobson demonstrated resilience and competitiveness. The fight showcased Benn's ability to go the distance and Dobson's ability to withstand Benn's power, ultimately resulting in a comfortable victory for Benn.
Conor Benn will face Keith Dobson in a welterweight showdown at the Cosmopolitan Resort and Casino, topping a 6-fight Matchroom Boxing card streaming live on DAZN. George Liddard dominated in his U.S. debut with a shutout victory over Andrew Buchanan, while Jimmy Sains secured a 1st round knockout victory over Alejandro Avalos in their middleweight bout.