Zuffa Boxing adds Conor Benn to its growing list of stars on roster
Benn is coming off the biggest win of his career over Chris Eubank Jr. in November
www.cbssports.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
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Conor Benn has signed with Zuffa Boxing, announced in mid-February 2026. Benn publicly stated he’s excited to pursue legacy-style fights under Zuffa Boxing’s banner.
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The deal marks Benn’s first major promotion change, moving from Matchroom Boxing to Dana White’s upstart boxing promotion, with Benn aiming for high-profile showdowns in the welterweight division.
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Early reporting pointed to potential big-name targets and a spring British bout as part of the initial phase of the arrangement, with fans and media speculating about fights against contenders like Ryan Garcia or other top welterweights.
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Several outlets highlighted the broader context of Zuffa Boxing building a roster quickly, including signings like Jai Opetaia, signaling an aggressive push into major boxing events.
If you’d like, I can pull the most current articles and summarize any developments (e.g., terms of the deal, dates, or confirmed opponents) and provide direct links.