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flag British boxer Conor Benn leaves Matchroom Boxing for Zuffa after rematch win, citing title opportunities.

flag British boxer Conor Benn has signed a one-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing, the parent company of the UFC, ending a decade-long partnership with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing. flag The move, which comes after Benn defeated Chris Eubank Jr. in a rematch, marks a major shift in boxing’s promotional landscape as Zuffa, backed by Saudi investment, accelerates its entry into the sport. flag Benn, who has a 24-1 record and is the mandatory challenger for the WBC welterweight title, cited the opportunity for high-profile fights and world-title contention as key reasons for the switch. flag Hearn expressed deep disappointment, saying he learned of the decision through Benn’s lawyer and was denied a direct call, calling the move “devastating” and a personal blow. flag The split underscores growing tensions between Hearn and Zuffa CEO Dana White, highlighting how financial incentives and fighter autonomy are reshaping boxing’s power dynamics.

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