British welterweight Conor Benn has ended his decade-long relationship with Matchroom Boxing to join Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, marking a seismic shift in boxing's promotional landscape. The 29-year-old made the announcement on Instagram, expressing excitement about his new partnership while thanking Eddie Hearn and Matchroom for their support during his professional journey.

Benn's move comes after his dramatic November victory over Chris Eubank Jr at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, avenging his only professional loss. The switch is particularly notable given Benn's recent history, including a two-year battle with authorities following a failed drugs test in 2022 that resulted in a suspension later lifted in November 2024. His victory over Eubank Jr has positioned him as a mandatory challenger for a world title.

Zuffa Boxing, backed by UFC president Dana White and Saudi Arabian investment, aims to disrupt boxing's traditional sanctioning bodies by creating a premier world title. White has openly criticized Hearn's credentials and expressed ambitions to sideline the WBO, WBC, IBF, and WBA. For Benn, this move signals his desire for 'legacy fights' and 'the biggest nights' as he pursues world championship glory under a promotional banner determined to reshape the sport's power structure.