Conor Benn’s decision to leave Matchroom Boxing now comes at a price, and the figure explains why he made the move. According to veteran boxing reporter Dan Rafael, Benn will earn $15 million for his upcoming fight under the Zuffa Boxing banner, confirming the financial scale behind the one-fight deal.
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Rafael reported the purse Saturday, providing the first clear indication of how aggressively Zuffa entered the market to secure Benn. The deal has already been described as an eight-figure deal, but the reported $15 million payout puts it among the largest single-fight purses ever awarded to a fighter without a world title.
The size of the purse offers immediate clarity to the situation which stunned Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn, who admitted he was devastated by Benn’s departure. Hearn said he learned of the deal through Benn’s lawyer and was denied a direct call with the fighter before the deal became public.
Benn confirmed earlier this week that his contract with Zuffa Boxing covers only one fight, allowing him to return to free agency after that. That structure protects his long-term flexibility while still allowing him to collect the biggest payday of his career.
The financial commitment also indicates Zuffa’s willingness to spend heavily as he establishes himself in boxing. Benn becomes one of the first major fighters secured by the promotion, which operates under TKO Group Holdings, the same parent company as the UFC and WWE.
Benn signs the deal after two high-profile fights against Chris Eubank Jr., events that drew large crowds in the United Kingdom despite Benn not having a world title. The reported $15 million purse confirms that Zuffa is investing in his signing ability rather than championship credentials.
The size of the payment makes it clear that Benn’s move was driven by opportunity, not obligation
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Last updated on 21/02/2026
