Announced: Johnny Fisher has signed with Zuffa Boxing.He headlines Zuffa Boxing 11 on September 26th at the Copper Box Arena, London.
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Announced: Johnny Fisher has signed with Zuffa Boxing.He headlines Zuffa Boxing 11 on September 26th at the Copper Box Arena, London.
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Jake Paul calls out Dana White over Zuffa Boxing’s sanctioning shift
Jake Paul has called out Dana White over his softened stance on boxing’s traditional organizations.
Ahead of Zuffa Boxing's launch in 2025, White repeatedly stated that the promotion had no interest in doing business with the WBA, WBC, IBF or WBO. However, following Zuffa Boxing 9, the promotion’s founder acknowledged that they would work with the aforementioned organizations depending on the circumstances, prompting a reaction from Paul on social media.
Jake Paul criticizes Dana White’s changing stance on WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO partnerships
When asked about working with the major sanctioning bodies at the recent Zuffa Boxing presser, White claimed that he’s willing to do so for certain boxers.
“On a case-by-case basis, trying to figure out what the fighters want and what their goals are, we will try to figure out whatever we can do to make those fights happen,” the Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO said.
This drew an immediate response from Paul, who highlighted the apparent shift in White's position.
“They went from shi*ting on all of the boxing sanctioning bodies and how they need to get rid of them for the good of boxing to now this,” Paul wrote on X. “Truth is we need to further align promoters and the sanctioning bodies to create the biggest opportunities for boxers. That should be the goal. More transparency, more collaboration and more big fights.”
The change comes as Zuffa Boxing continues to expand its roster with signings such as Jai Opetaia, Conor Benn and Shakur Stevenson, while also co-promoting the welterweight title bout between Ryan Garcia and Benn on Sept. 19 in Las Vegas.
They went from shitting on all of the boxing sanctioning bodies and how they need to get rid of them for the good of boxing to now this.
Truth is we need to further align promoters and the sanctioning bodies to create the biggest opportunities for boxers. That should be the… https://t.co/Ln1joFYqBx
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) July 27, 2026
Jake Paul has called out Dana White over his softened stance on boxing’s traditional organizations.
Ahead of Zuffa Boxing's launch in 2025, White repeatedly stated that the promotion had no interest in doing business with the WBA, WBC, IBF or WBO. However, following Zuffa Boxing 9, the promotion’s founder acknowledged that they would work with the aforementioned organizations depending on the circumstances, prompting a reaction from Paul on social media.
Jake Paul criticizes Dana White’s changing stance on WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO partnerships
When asked about working with the major sanctioning bodies at the recent Zuffa Boxing presser, White claimed that he’s willing to do so for certain boxers.
“On a case-by-case basis, trying to figure out what the fighters want and what their goals are, we will try to figure out whatever we can do to make those fights happen,” the Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO said.
This drew an immediate response from Paul, who highlighted the apparent shift in White's position.
“They went from shi*ting on all of the boxing sanctioning bodies and how they need to get rid of them for the good of boxing to now this,” Paul wrote on X. “Truth is we need to further align promoters and the sanctioning bodies to create the biggest opportunities for boxers. That should be the goal. More transparency, more collaboration and more big fights.”
The change comes as Zuffa Boxing continues to expand its roster with signings such as Jai Opetaia, Conor Benn and Shakur Stevenson, while also co-promoting the welterweight title bout between Ryan Garcia and Benn on Sept. 19 in Las Vegas.
They went from shitting on all of the boxing sanctioning bodies and how they need to get rid of them for the good of boxing to now this.
Truth is we need to further align promoters and the sanctioning bodies to create the biggest opportunities for boxers. That should be the… https://t.co/Ln1joFYqBx
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) July 27, 2026
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Kayla Allen: Decorated British amateur becomes first female fighter to sign with Zuffa Boxing ahead of September pro debut
Kayla Allen will make her professional debut live on Sky Sports on September 26, on the undercard of ZUFFA BOXING 11, headlined by British heavyweight star Johnny Fisher
Decorated British amateur Kayla Allen will make her professional debut in London in September after becoming the first female fighter to sign with Zuffa Boxing.
The 21-year-old Londoner will campaign as a lightweight and make her first professional appearance on September 26, live on Sky Sports, at the Copper Box Arena on the undercard of ZUFFA BOXING 11, headlined by heavyweight star Johnny Fisher.
Allen's deal with Zuffa Boxing marks the latest step in a remarkable rise to a boxing career that began when she first put on a pair of gloves less than five years ago.
"I'm delighted to have signed with Zuffa Boxing as their first female athlete," Allen said.
"I feel honoured to be in this position. With the backing of Zuffa and Sky Sports, I can become a big star on both sides of the Atlantic.
"I appreciate my team for believing in me and securing this landmark deal. I'll be bringing the heat in the ring, and my fans will bring the noise on September 26."
Allen's ascent to becoming one of Britain's most accomplished young amateurs started when she set up a heavy bag in her garden and began learning the craft by watching videos of Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mike Tyson.
After a short stint on the white-collar circuit, Allen joined GB Boxing and reached the Senior Elite finals in her first year as an amateur.
She captured gold at many of Europe's most prestigious tournaments, including the 2024 Haringey Box Cup and the 2025 Senior Elite Championships.
Allen concluded her amateur career with triumphs at the 2025 European U23 Championships and 2026 Boxam Tournament in La Nucia, Spain. She will begin her professional career under the guidance of long-time trainer Alex Leo.
Watch Kayla Allen's professional debut on the undercard of Johnny Fisher's next fight at London's Copper Box Arena, on Saturday September 26, live on Sky Sports.
Kayla Allen will make her professional debut live on Sky Sports on September 26, on the undercard of ZUFFA BOXING 11, headlined by British heavyweight star Johnny Fisher
Decorated British amateur Kayla Allen will make her professional debut in London in September after becoming the first female fighter to sign with Zuffa Boxing.
The 21-year-old Londoner will campaign as a lightweight and make her first professional appearance on September 26, live on Sky Sports, at the Copper Box Arena on the undercard of ZUFFA BOXING 11, headlined by heavyweight star Johnny Fisher.
Allen's deal with Zuffa Boxing marks the latest step in a remarkable rise to a boxing career that began when she first put on a pair of gloves less than five years ago.
"I'm delighted to have signed with Zuffa Boxing as their first female athlete," Allen said.
"I feel honoured to be in this position. With the backing of Zuffa and Sky Sports, I can become a big star on both sides of the Atlantic.
"I appreciate my team for believing in me and securing this landmark deal. I'll be bringing the heat in the ring, and my fans will bring the noise on September 26."
Allen's ascent to becoming one of Britain's most accomplished young amateurs started when she set up a heavy bag in her garden and began learning the craft by watching videos of Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mike Tyson.
After a short stint on the white-collar circuit, Allen joined GB Boxing and reached the Senior Elite finals in her first year as an amateur.
She captured gold at many of Europe's most prestigious tournaments, including the 2024 Haringey Box Cup and the 2025 Senior Elite Championships.
Allen concluded her amateur career with triumphs at the 2025 European U23 Championships and 2026 Boxam Tournament in La Nucia, Spain. She will begin her professional career under the guidance of long-time trainer Alex Leo.
Watch Kayla Allen's professional debut on the undercard of Johnny Fisher's next fight at London's Copper Box Arena, on Saturday September 26, live on Sky Sports.
