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Eddie Hearn Criticizes UFC Pay After Reviewing Tom Aspinall’s Deal

He signals plans to sign more UFC fighters, citing big boxing payouts such as Conor Benn’s as leverage.

Overview

  • Hearn says he now represents UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall in a commercial advisory role and was shocked by the purses detailed in Aspinall’s UFC contract.
  • He argued Aspinall earned less headlining a sold‑out O2 Arena than some boxers make for British title fights at London’s 1,200‑seat York Hall, estimating roughly half as much.
  • Hearn said about a dozen UFC athletes have contacted Matchroom seeking representation and he expects to sign a handful more, describing the moment as “almost like a revolution.”
  • Pointing to TKO’s Zuffa Boxing reportedly paying Conor Benn $10–$15 million for a one‑fight deal, Hearn claimed Benn will make 10 to 15 times Aspinall’s pay.
  • He stated he is prepared to negotiate with UFC executives Dana White and Hunter Campbell if Aspinall requests it, as the champion continues recovering from double eye surgery.