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Callum Walsh Wins Wide Decision in Zuffa Boxing’s Debut Headliner

The invite-only Paramount+ show signaled a controlled rollout backed by TKO Group with Saudi-linked support.

Overview

  • Walsh outpointed Carlos Ocampo by unanimous decision with scores of 98-90, 98-90 and 97-91, improving to 16-0.
  • A sixth-round knockdown was ruled for Ocampo after Walsh’s glove touched the canvas, followed in the ninth by a point deduction on Ocampo for a low blow.
  • The event took place at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas before a small VIP audience and was streamed on Paramount+.
  • UFC and WWE executives attended as Zuffa Boxing launched under TKO Group in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Sela Sport.
  • Dana White said seating at the Meta Apex will increase to about 1,100 by May, while Jai Opetaia said he will make his Zuffa debut there on March 8.