Turki Alalshikh reportedly selling control of Ring Magazine to DAZN
The Ring’s Riyadh era might be over after less than two years
Turki Alalshikh may have sold or is planning to sell his controlling interest in Ring Magazine to DAZN, according to reports by Tris Dixon and Lance Pugmire. Neither the parties involved nor Alalshikh's spokesperson, Mike Coppinger, have released statements regarding the matter. Alalshikh acquired the publication from Oscar De La Hoya in late 2024, promising "brilliant writers," a restored ranking system legacy, and editorial independence.
However, the magazine failed to meet these expectations, maintaining the same writing quality and occasionally utilizing its social media to express grievances. Despite DAZN's reputation for predatory pricing and poor commentary, the deal could be seen as positive. Nonetheless, merging Ring Magazine with DAZN, a dominant force in the industry, may not be the best solution for maintaining journalistic integrity and truth to power.
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