Shakur Stevenson signs with Zuffa Boxing, leaving Matchroom behind
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 11:47 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Shakur Stevenson has officially signed with Zuffa Boxing, as confirmed by Eddie Hearn during an interview. The move ends speculation about Stevenson's future and sees him join Dana White's promotion, which has been actively signing fighters. Hearn expressed concerns over Zuffa Boxing's matchmaking capabilities, especially regarding elite opponents. Despite this, Stevenson looks to build his legacy with major fights, with potential matchups against other top fighters being discussed. Currently, no official fights for Stevenson have been announced following the signing.
- •Shakur Stevenson has a professional record of 25-0 and 10 knockouts.
- •Eddie Hearn expressed uncertainty about Zuffa's matchmaking strategy.
- •Zuffa Boxing has signed notable fighters like Conor Benn and Jai Opetaia.
- •Stevenson's move is seen as both a financial opportunity and a quest for major fights.
- •A potential fight with Devin Haney remains a topic of interest but has no agreement yet.
- 11:47 PMYahoo Sports — Eddie Hearn Sounds Alarm After Shakur Stevenson’s Career Takes Unexpected Turn
"Shakur Stevenson has officially signed with Zuffa Boxing, ending months of speculation about his future. The confirmation came from Matchroom […]
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