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‘They might be finished already’: Eddie Hearn says Zuffa Boxing collapsing

Eddie Hearn feigns compassion for Dana White’s recent woes in the boxing business.

‘They might be finished already’: Eddie Hearn says Zuffa Boxing collapsing

Eddie Hearn, of Matchroom, offers a candid perspective on Zuffa Boxing's struggles, expressing satisfaction at the company's current predicament. Hearn believes Zuffa Boxing may already be at the end of its relevance in the boxing arena. He criticizes Dana White's handling of the sport, noting the difficulty of operating in boxing compared to previous experiences.

Hearn describes Zuffa Boxing's poor performance, with no shows in America since July and only one in the UK, both of which he deems below par. He points out that rival Ben Shalom's events far surpass Zuffa's offerings. Hearn also highlights Shakur Stevenson's exit from the company as a significant PR disaster. He predicted better outcomes from Zuffa but believes the company is now in a state of decline, with visible effects on White's mental and emotional health during press conferences. Hearn expresses sympathy for the company, acknowledging the toll of the industry on its executives.

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