Netflix payday leads to new home — Conor Benn joins Zuffa Boxing on long-term deal

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Dana White and Conor Benn have agreed a new multi-fight deal, just days after Benn fulfilled his one-bout contract.

Benn came through a tough test against Regis Prograis in London, serving as the co-main event on Tyson Fury’s Netflix return. The fight went the distance, and Benn reportedly earned up to $15 million for the performance.

Less than a week into free agency, Benn has already recommitted to Zuffa Boxing with an extended deal. Footage shared from the UFC’s Las Vegas office showed him shaking hands with White, looking none the worse for wear despite taking some damage just six days earlier.

Conor Benn signs multi-fight contract with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing

Conor Benn didn’t waste much time in free agency before deciding to sign another deal with Dana White and Zuffa Boxing. Earlier this year, he made headlines by leaving Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, a move that caught many off guard.

Benn’s first deal with Zuffa was just a one-fight contract, and the reported $15 million purse was more than Matchroom were able to match. Now, he’s committed to a longer run with the new promotion, even though they didn’t play much of a role in Saturday night’s Netflix event.

A video released today showed Benn meeting with both White and TKO boss Nick Khan at their offices in Las Vegas. It was there that the UFC CEO confirmed they had agreed terms on a multi-fight deal following Benn’s initial appearance under the banner.

“What’s up everybody? Conor and I just signed a new deal here,” White says in the video. “After his one-fight deal we are excited to have him… We’re ready to put on some big fights.” Benn then adds: “Yes guys, I’ve just signed a new multi-fight deal I’m already very very excited about.

“Our vision and goal remains the same to get that world title and more importantly give people the fights that they want, the mega-fights. If you guys want it, you guys get it.”