Frank Warren claims $1bn in lost income from Saudi company and TKO as boxing war begins – report

TKO and Sela co-own the new promotion Zuffa Boxing, who signed fighter Conor Benn from Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom in a shock move last week

25 Feb, 12:33 — 25 Feb, 12:33

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This story marks a significant escalation in the 'boxing war,' with veteran promoter Frank Warren claiming $1 billion in lost income from a Saudi company and TKO. This dispute arises as new, well-funded promotions like Zuffa Boxing, co-owned by TKO and Sela, enter the scene and actively recruit fighters from established promoters. This aggressive competition threatens to reshape the sport's power dynamics and financial landscape.

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Frank WarrenBoxing promoter TKOSports entertainment company SelaSaudi company Zuffa BoxingNew boxing promotion Conor BennBoxer Eddie HearnBoxing promoter MatchroomBoxing promotion

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First report: The Independent · 25 Feb, 12:33|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 0m|Window: 0m

The Independent25 Feb, 12:33First to report