Saudi Arabia is making a bold move to reshape the boxing world with the launch of the TKO Saudi Boxing League, a groundbreaking initiative backed by UFC and WWE’s parent company, TKO Group Holdings. This new league, spearheaded by UFC President Dana White, aims to introduce a structured format to professional boxing, offering a revolutionary approach to the sport.
A Game-Changer for Global Boxing
The TKO Saudi Boxing League is expected to rival traditional boxing promotions by introducing a more structured season, ranking system, and high-profile matchups, similar to the UFC’s model.
📅 Official Launch Date:
The full details will be revealed on September 12, 2025, just before the highly anticipated Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight.
Why This League is a Big Deal
💰 Massive Saudi Investment – With Saudi Arabia’s unmatched financial resources, the league is expected to offer record-breaking purses, attracting the biggest names in boxing.
🔥 A New Competitive Format – The league could feature a season-based structure with clear rankings and championship fights, making boxing more accessible and engaging for fans.
🏆 Saudi Arabia as a Global Boxing Hub – With multiple high-profile fights already hosted in Riyadh, this league will further solidify Saudi Arabia’s position as a major force in combat sports.
Saudi Arabia’s Growing Dominance in Combat Sports
Saudi Arabia has already transformed the combat sports industry by hosting:
🥊 Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou
🏆 Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder & Oleksandr Usyk fights in Riyadh
💥 Now, launching their own boxing league
With UFC and WWE already revolutionizing combat sports entertainment, their involvement in the TKO Saudi Boxing League signals that boxing is about to enter a new, more structured, and lucrative era.
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