Conor Benn Signs Multi-Fight Deal with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing

The rising British boxer joins the organization amid WrestleMania week in Las Vegas.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 5:12am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a boxing match between two figures, their forms broken down into overlapping planes of color and shape, conveying the dynamic energy and tension of the anticipated fight.Benn's signing with Zuffa Boxing could set the stage for a blockbuster title fight against Garcia.Las Vegas Today

Conor Benn, the 24-1 British boxer, has agreed to a multi-fight deal with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing organization. The signing took place during WrestleMania week in Las Vegas, where Benn recently defeated Regis Prograis in a co-main event fight. Benn cited White's success with the UFC and WWE President Nick Khan's work with WWE as key factors in his decision to join Zuffa Boxing.

Why it matters

Benn is the mandatory challenger for Ryan Garcia's WBC welterweight title, and there has been speculation the two could fight this summer. Benn's signing with Zuffa Boxing, which is owned by the same parent company as UFC and WWE, could help set up a high-profile matchup between the two rising stars.

The details

Benn, who has 14 knockout victories in his career, defeated Prograis via unanimous decision last week and moved to 24-1 overall. His only loss came against Chris Eubank Jr. last April, but he avenged that defeat with a unanimous decision win over Eubank in November.

  • Benn agreed to the multi-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing on Friday, April 18, 2026.
  • Benn recently appeared on Netflix as part of the co-main event with Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov.

The players

Conor Benn

A 24-1 British boxer who is the mandatory challenger for Ryan Garcia's WBC welterweight title.

Dana White

The president of the UFC, which is owned by the same parent company as Zuffa Boxing.

Nick Khan

The president of WWE, which is also owned by the TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of Zuffa Boxing.

Ryan Garcia

The current WBC welterweight champion, who could potentially fight Benn in a high-profile matchup.

Chris Eubank Jr.

The British boxer who defeated Benn last April, but then lost to him in a rematch in November.

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What they’re saying

“When you look at what he's done with UFC and what Nick Khan has done with WWE, it's absolutely phenomenal. I plan on taking over, and it's absolutely a privilege for me to be a part of that journey.”

— Conor Benn, Boxer

“Ultimately, you want to give the fans the biggest fight, the biggest night that's possible.”

— Conor Benn, Boxer

“Conor Benn is an exciting boxer who likes to give people value for their money.”

— Conor Benn, Boxer

What’s next

Benn is expected to fight for the WBC welterweight title against current champion Ryan Garcia at some point this summer.

The takeaway

Benn's signing with Zuffa Boxing, which is owned by the same parent company as UFC and WWE, could help elevate his profile and set up a high-profile title fight against Ryan Garcia. The move also highlights Dana White and Nick Khan's continued expansion into the boxing world.