Eddie Hearn Criticizes Zuffa Boxing Over Shakur Stevenson Departure

Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has publicly criticized Zuffa Boxing following the recent news that pound-for-pound boxing star Shakur Stevenson has been released from his contract. Stevenson, who had been viewed as a marquee acquisition for the promotion, parted ways with Zuffa Boxing on Monday without ever making his debut.

In remarks reported by MMA Fighting, Hearn did not hold back in his assessment of the situation, labeling the outcome as an 'embarrassment' and a 'monstrosity' for the boxing venture. He characterized the failed partnership as a significant setback, noting that Stevenson was arguably the most prominent signing in the short history of the organization.

The development marks a swift end to what was initially a high-profile entry into the boxing market by the parent company of the UFC. Despite the fanfare surrounding Stevenson’s arrival, the inability to produce even a single fight featuring the boxer has led to intense industry scrutiny regarding the promotion's management and strategy. As of now, Zuffa Boxing has not released further details concerning the specific terms or reasoning behind the mutual parting of ways.

Source: MMA Fighting.