The deal guarantees DAZN a steady pipeline of Matchroom events, with more than 30 fight nights a year scheduled on the service. That volume ensures that DAZN maintains one of boxing’s most consistent promotional providers, while Matchroom maintains a stable outlet for its core roster in two of the sport’s most important markets.
Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn made it clear that the expansion reflected a deliberate decision to build alongside DAZN rather than test other broadcast options.
Long term commitment
“DAZN is the only partner that matches our ambitions for boxing,” Hearn said. “Their global platform, investment, passion and commitment to boxing make them the perfect partner for Matchroom Boxing’s fighters and events.”
DAZN Group CEO Shay Segev also emphasized the importance of securing Matchroom in the long term.
“Our new five-year contract with Matchroom Boxing builds on the success of our long-standing partnership and confirms DAZN as the global home of boxing,” Segev said. “Matchroom Boxing trusts DAZN to deliver the best experiences for the biggest fights for boxing fans everywhere.”
The deal also expands Matchroom’s distribution footprint into Australia through DAZN’s Foxtel platform, which will host seven Matchroom events in 2026. That addition gives Matchroom a wider international reach without requiring new broadcast negotiations outside the DAZN system.
Matchroom’s roster includes Anthony Joshua, Katie Taylor, Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez, Dmitry Bivol, and Jaron Ennis, all of whom are now positioned to remain part of DAZN’s schedule under the expanded deal. The expansion confirms that Matchroom has chosen platform stability over flexibility, anchoring its events and fighters to DAZN as the company continues to build its subscription box model.
