Benn deal convinced me to team up with Hearn - Aspinall

Tom Aspinall says seeing Conor Benn secure a reported £11m one-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing helped convince him to sign with Eddie Hearn in a bid to maximise his earnings outside of the UFC.

6 Mar, 18:05 — 6 Mar, 18:06

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Why this matters

This story highlights the financial considerations and promotional landscape influencing top MMA fighters. Aspinall's move suggests a growing trend of fighters seeking lucrative opportunities beyond their primary organizations, potentially impacting the power dynamics between fighters, promoters, and major leagues like the UFC.

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Tom AspinallMMA fighter Conor BennBoxer Eddie HearnBoxing promoter Zuffa BoxingBoxing promotion company UFCMixed Martial Arts promotion company

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First report: BBC · 6 Mar, 18:05|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 0m|Window: 0m

BBC6 Mar, 18:05First to report