TKO Group and Paramount today announced a "long-term rights agreement" in which Paramount+ will become the exclusive home of Zuffa Boxing throughout the U.S., Canada, and Latin America.
The deal is set to begin in January 2026 and, according to the press release, will begin with 12 events though there are plans to increase that number in forthcoming years. All events will available on streaming platform Paramount+, “with the potential for select events to be simulcast on CBS, America’s leading broadcast network, and other Paramount platforms.”
Zuffa Boxing is a promotional joint venture formed by TKO and Sela and is headed by Dana White, Turki Alalshikh, Dr. Rakan Alharthy and Nick Khan.
White said per the release: “I’m excited to bring great boxing events to a global audience. There are millions of boxing fans that will now be able to watch competitive fights with up-and-coming boxers as well as the biggest stars in the sport. Paramount will be the home for UFC and boxing fans to watch the greatest fights in combat sports.”
Alalshikh said: “This partnership with Paramount reinforces our vision to redefine the way viewers consume boxing. More fight fans will now have access to watch some of the most exciting boxers around. We have seen the proof that the appetite is there, this is the future for live boxing coverage and will ensure the sport continues to thrive.”
