Zuffa Boxing Sets Jan. 23, 2026 Debut on UFC 324 Weekend
TKO says Saudi funding covers early costs as it builds a 200‑fighter roster.
Overview
- The inaugural card is scheduled for the night before UFC 324, with the venue still unannounced and Las Vegas widely expected based on the event weekend.
- UFC chief Dana White and WWE president Nick Khan are running day-to-day operations under TKO, with financing tied to Turki Alalshikh.
- TKO says it is taking no initial financial risk, is being paid a management fee, and expects its stake to move toward roughly 50/50 after hitting growth targets.
- The promotion is signing toward a roster of about 200 fighters as TKO handles media rights, ticketing, advertising and other commercial operations.
- Plans call for two to four annual superfights, with multiple broadcasters showing interest, including Netflix, and reporting suggests a 12‑event slate in 2026.