‘Opportunity was presented to me that I couldn’t turn down’: Conor Benn talks Zuffa signing
Conor Benn says he made the best decision for his family.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 18: Conor Benn attends the GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2025 at 180 Thames on November 18, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) Conor Benn just caught up with talkSPORT to discuss his much discussed signing with Zuffa Boxing, leaving behind Eddie Hearn and Matchroom after they spent many years going to bat for him during his drug test controversy. While Hearn has given his reaction to the news, Benn had largely been quiet on the matter.
Here’s some of what he had to say on his decision to work with Zuffa. “Ultimately, it’s the best decision for me, my family, my career,” Benn said. “It’s a one-fight deal which I’m ultimately very excited about.
It was a matter of ‘do you want to get out there? ’ Yeah, sweet, no problem. And here I am.
It was a quick turnaround, I stayed in shape, I stayed ready, I stayed disciplined, and ultimately activity is key for me…An opportunity was presented to me that I couldn’t turn down. “I’ve got love for Matchroom. I’ve got love for Eddie.