Conor Benn opens up on shock Matchroom exit | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWill CastleThursday 26 March 2026 11:58 GMTConor Benn has explained why he left Matchroom (Nick Potts/PA) (PA Wire)Conor Benn has revealed that Matchroom's refusal to cover his father's business class flights was a factor in his decision to leave for UFC president Dana White’s new venture, Zuffa Boxing.Benn, who had spent his entire professional career with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom, signed a one-fight deal with Zuffa reportedly worth $15m.He justified his move in an interview with talkSPORT by stating his priority is to secure the best financial future for his family, emphasising that the Zuffa offer was significantly more lucrative.Benn dismissed criticism, including from Hearn, by asserting he owes loyalty only to his family and needs to “make hay while the sun’s shining” in his career.He is currently preparing to fight former world champion Regis Prograis on 11 April and will then evaluate his next career steps after this single-fight contract with Zuffa.In fullConor Benn highlights the moment he considered leaving MatchroomThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in