Eddie Hearn News

Natasha Hooper - March 17, 2020

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn is reportedly jealous over the UFC’s control of the sport of MMA. As the man behind Matchroom Boxing, Hearn has always had an appreciation for the world’s largest MMA promotion, the UFC. The Boxing promoter admitted he is envious over the promotion and its evolving brand, cultivated by UFC President Dana White.

Natasha Hooper - February 24, 2020

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn praises the “genius gameplan” that Tyson Fury executed to seal his TKO victory against Deontay Wilder. On Saturday 22nd February, “The Gypsy King” faced “The Bronze Bomber” in a blockbuster rematch at the MGM Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Fury maintained constant pressure on the heavy-hitter, knocking him down twice before cornering him in the seventh round. Wilder’s equilibrium was rocked by the onslaught that Fury delivered. Wilder’s corner ultimately threw the towel in the seventh round and the referee called an end to the bout, awarding ‘The Gypsy King’ the TKO victory.

Tom Taylor - January 2, 2020

The sports streaming service DAZN is now home to Bellator MMA, Combate Americas, and boxing action featuring superstars like Canelo Alvarez and Anthony Joshua. Fans can access all of that combat sports content for $19.99 a month, or $99.99 for an annual membership. Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn would like to see that rate increase — by a lot. Hearn, who promotes Anthony Joshua, has witnessed DAZN’s recent growth, and believes the service is becoming a must-have for fight fans, particularly those that follow boxing.

Natasha Hooper - December 3, 2019

The Youtube boxing showdown of KSI vs Logan Paul had the promotional powerhouse of Eddie Hearn and DAZN behind it. However, that wasn’t enough to bolster a UK following as the event received shocking UK PPV numbers. Approximately 12,000 people attended the KSI vs Logan Paul rematch that took place in the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The October 9th fight was a rematch of the Youtuber’s 2018 fight which resulted in a draw. KSI won their second fight by a controversial split decision victory.

Natasha Hooper - October 4, 2019

During a media event regarding the upcoming Andy Ruiz  Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 card, Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn spoke highly of Conor McGregor and pitched a future partnership with “The Notorious.” In an interview with Seconds Out, Jamal Niaz, mentioned Conor McGregor. Hearn spoke highly of the former two-division champion.

Natasha Hooper - October 2, 2019

Andy Ruiz Jr is preparing to face Anthony Joshua in a rematch, after beating the UK fighter in June. The Mexican champ shocked viewers when he beat the formerly undefeated unified WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight champion via stoppage. Anthony Joshua has been putting the time in to train, but Ruiz believes his opponent will be taking time out if he loses again.

Natasha Hooper - August 29, 2019

Eddie Hearn wants his star fighter Anthony Joshua to to “snap out of” the negative mindset he’s had ahead of his rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr. Joshua has recently admitted to feeling disillusioned with the sport of boxing as he prepares to face his rival Ruiz in Saudi Arabia this December. The British star left the world shocked when he lost his WBA, WBO and IBF world heavyweight titles in his first fight against Ruiz, which went down at Madison Square Garden earlier this year.

Tom Taylor - August 23, 2019

Dana White will soon launch Zuffa Boxing, a promotion that he hopes will revolutionize The Sweet Science. As Zuffa Boxing draws nearer and nearer to fruition, White has said that he hopes to apply the same practices that have made the UFC so successful to this new boxing venture. “It’s the sport and the politics in the sport and it has always been that way and if somebody doesn’t change it, it’s always gonna be that way,” White told Helen Yee recently.