Eddie Hearn News
Eddie Hearn scoffs at Dana White and Zuffa trying to dominate boxing
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 23, 2025
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn isn’t sold on Zuffa Boxing getting what it wants out of the “sweet science.” Hearn and UFC CEO Dana White have been chummy in the past, but some gamesmanship between the two has taken over recently. Hearn is one of boxing’s top promoters and White is attempting to make waves in the industry. This has led to some banter between Hearn and White through media interviews.
Eddie Hearn shocked over Dana White's alleged fighter pay in Zuffa Boxing
Curtis Calhoun - December 19, 2025
Matchroom Boxing CEO Eddie Hearn alleges Dana White is at the center of a new controversy over fighter pay under Zuffa Boxing. UFC CEO Dana White’s long-teased adventure into boxing is set to come to fruition in 2026.
Eddie Hearn admits that he can't defend Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2025
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn has admitted that he understands the criticism behind Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua. On Friday night, Anthony Joshua will lock horns with Jake Paul in one of the most bizarre crossover fights in recent memory. AJ is a former boxing heavyweight champion, whereas Paul has never fought anyone at this level before. As you can imagine, many are quite concerned about Jake’s health given what the Brit did to Francis Ngannou in a similar contest.
Eddie Hearn wants to 'take on' Dana White as UFC head prepares full-scale move into boxing
Curtis Calhoun - September 11, 2025
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn addressed UFC CEO Dana White’s recent comments about becoming the ‘CEO of Boxing’ ahead of Alvarez vs. Crawford. We’re days away from one of the biggest fights in boxing history as Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford prepare to square off in Las Vegas. The event is co-promoted by Riyadh Season and UFC CEO Dana White, who will launch his full-scale move into the sport this weekend.
Former UFC star inks deal with Eddie Hearn to pursue boxing career
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 3, 2025
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn has announced the signing of a retired UFC fighter. Many MMA stars have transitioned to the world of boxing, whether it’s for a quick payday or a long-term play. Some of those fighters have found success in the sweet science to varying degrees. You can add Molly McCann to the list of MMA athletes turned boxers.
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn rips UFC — and the whole sport of MMA
BJ Penn Staff - April 29, 2025
Eddie Hearn is not a big fan of the UFC — or MMA as a whole — in 2025. Hearn, who is one of the top promoters in boxing, got to talking about MMA during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show. While he admitted that the UFC is solid as a brand, he has clearly soured on the promotion’s product of late.
Eddie Hearn reacts to Dana White's decision to enter boxing: "I have no fear!"
Josh Evanoff - March 7, 2025
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn isn’t afraid of Dana White or Turki Alalshikh. Earlier this week, the UFC CEO and Saudi Arabian promoter announced plans to form a new boxing league. While a lot is still unknown about the new promotion, they’re expected to start holding events as soon as September. Furthermore, Dana White has stated that they plan to sign every big-name fighter they can.
Eddie Hearn says time is running out on lucrative boxing match: 'It's so tedious at times'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 6, 2025
Top boxing promoter Eddie Hearn believes the clock is ticking on making one long-requested fight a reality. If there’s one topic combat sports fans dread talking about, it’s fights that could have been. Boxing purists have been wondering if the ship has sailed on matchups such as Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua. In the MMA world, bouts that didn’t come to fruition such as Georges St. Pierre vs. Anderson Silva are often discussed to this day.
Eddie Hearn voices disgust in judging after Artur Beterbiev's win over Dmitry Bivol
Harry Kettle - October 14, 2024
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has voiced his disgust over the state of judging after Artur Beterbiev’s victory over Dmitry Bivol. Last weekend, Dmitry Bivol went head to head with Artur Beterbiev in an absolutely huge undisputed title showdown. It was billed as one of the fights of the year, and you’d have to say that it lived up to the hype.
Eddie Hearn refuses to watch Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson despite promoting undercard fighters: "He's nearly 60!"
Josh Evanoff - October 11, 2024
Eddie Hearn has no interest in the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match. ‘The Problem Child’ and ‘Iron Mike’ are set to collide next month at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The bout was originally slated to go down on July 20th but was postponed due to Mike Tyson suffering from health issues. As a result, Jake Paul handed short-notice replacement Mike Perry a sixth-round knockout loss earlier this summer.
Eddie Hearn explains why he's more proud of Anthony Joshua than ever despite KO loss to Daniel Dubois
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 22, 2024
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn has massive praise for Anthony Joshua despite the brutal KO loss to Daniel Dubois. Almost 100,000 fans packed Wembley Stadium for the heavyweight showdown between Joshua and Dubois. The two titans went one-on-one for five rounds in a bout that was dominated by Dubois.
Eddie Hearn claims Mike Tyson is "shot to pieces," doesn't understand Jake Paul fight: "What on earth are we doing?"
Cole Shelton - September 4, 2024
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn doesn’t understand why Jake Paul is fighting Mike Tyson. Tyson is 58 and will be boxing Paul in a pro boxing bout on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Texas. It’s an intriguing fight, but one that Hearn isn’t a fan of as he doesn’t think Tyson should be boxing at his age.
Eddie Hearn voices concern over Francis Ngannou’s confidence headed into Anthony Joshua bout: “He should be petrified”
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2024
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn has voiced his concern over Francis Ngannou’s confidence levels heading into the Anthony Joshua fight. Tonight, Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua will collide in a blockbuster boxing showdown in Saudi Arabia. While Joshua is the clear favorite, Ngannou’s remarkable performance against Tyson Fury has left many wondering whether or not he can pull off the upset here.
Eddie Hearn says Dana White and the UFC should do whatever it takes to bring back Conor McGregor: “I’m bringing McGregor back, whatever it costs”
Harry Kettle - February 28, 2024
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has advised Dana White to do everything in his power to bring back Conor McGregor. The rise of Conor McGregor has become legend at this point. We all know his rags to riches story, and we all know that he’s the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts. What we don’t know, though, is if and when he’s going to return to the Octagon.
Eddie Hearn recalls meeting UFC CEO Dana White for the first time: “A little bit in awe”
Zain Bando - December 20, 2023
Eddie Hearn isn’t one to shy away from chopping it up with some of sports’ most brilliant minds. Hearn, the mainstay behind Matchroom Boxing for the last several years, sat down with TNT Sports to discuss times when the British promoter rubbed elbows with prominent figures in sport and entertainment.
Eddie Hearn reveals Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou 2 is likely already official: "Got to cash in"
Josh Evanoff - December 11, 2023
According to Eddie Hearn, Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou will likely meet in the boxing ring again. ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ faced off in October, in the first boxing match of Francis Ngannou’s combat sports career. Heading into the matchup, the PFL heavyweight was naturally, a major underdog. However, he shocked the combat sports world in Saudi Arabia, nearly upsetting Tyson Fury.
Eddie Hearn takes aim at “awful” boxing match between Nate Diaz and Jake Paul: “You're talking about low level”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 15, 2023
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn was not impressed by the boxing skills on display during the Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz match. Paul and Diaz shared the ring inside the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas earlier this month. The bout had its moments with Paul scoring a fifth-round knockdown, and Diaz continuing to hang in there and land punches. The problem for Diaz was his punches had no significant impact on his opponent. Paul’s punches were clearly more effective and he won the bout via unanimous decision.
Eddie Hearn reveals Francis Ngannou's boxing debut could come on the same night as Anthony Joshua vs. Deontay Wilder
Josh Evanoff - June 22, 2023
Francis Ngannou might make his boxing debut on the same card as Anthony Joshua vs. Deontay Wilder. ‘The Predator’ is still waiting to make his return to combat sports, having been out of action for well over a year. In March, the former UFC champion signed with PFL, ending his high-profile free agency. Thanks to the deal, Francis Ngannou retained his right to box, which was one of the factors that forced his move.