Morning Report | Sean O’Malley reacts to Conor Benn reported Zuffa deal: ‘I’m not making f*cking $15 million’
MMA Fighting • • general
Key Points:
- British boxing star Conor Benn signed a one-fight contract with Zuffa Boxing reportedly worth $15 million, a significant payday that surpasses typical UFC fighter earnings.
- Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley expressed disbelief at Benn’s payday, highlighting the stark pay disparity between top boxers and UFC fighters, who collectively earn about 20% of UFC revenue.
- O’Malley acknowledged the business nature of such deals but suggested the high payout might also be driven by Dana White’s competitive rivalry with boxing promoters Oscar De La Hoya and Eddie Hearn.
- The signing marks a major move for Zuffa Boxing, signaling its intent to compete aggressively in the combat sports landscape by attracting prominent boxing talent
