Boxing Commission President Tries to Distance Himself From TKO Following Revelations ABC Is Working with TKO to Change Ali Act

TKO-Saudi Boxing Venture Having Trouble Attracting Talent to Fill Its Roster

By Matthew Brown05/16/2025Follow Brunch Boxing on Twitter/XWhen TKO Holdings unveiled its long-rumored Saudi-backed boxing league in March, the announcement was met not with shockwaves, but with tepid shrugs. No name, no fighters, and no clear path forward—just another speculative leap by Dana White into a sport that’s eluded his grasp for decades. And now, with the calendar creeping toward 2026 and the league’s promised launch, it’s becoming ev…

Boxing Commission President Tries to Distance Himself from TKO Following Revelations ABC is Working with TKO to Change Ali Act

In a revealing interview on Din Thomas‘ podcast, Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC) President Mike Mazzulli attempted to clarify his position regarding potential amendments to the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act amid swirling controversy about his relationship with TKO, the parent company of UFC. Mazzulli, who has served as ABC president for nearly a decade, emphasized repeatedly that he has limited information about TKO‘s plans for ame…

Dana White's new boxing league: A combat sports business revolution - Sports News

UFC President Dana White is finally making his long-anticipated move into the boxing world, and this isn’t just another promotional venture – it’s a calculated attempt to revolutionize an industry desperately in need of disruption. With Saudi backing and the promotional machine that transformed UFC into a global powerhouse, White’s new boxing league represents the most significant shakeup in professional boxing in decades. Dana White’s boxing in…

Potential Ali Act Changes Concerning For Fighters, Mazzuli Weighs In

Combat athletes, coaches, and media personalities alike are growing increasingly concerned about the rumored amendments being discussed between TKO Group Holdings, Inc. and the Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC). These discussions revolve around possible changes to the federal law designed to protect fighters from exploitation by promoters—known as the Muhammad Ali Act. Specifically, ABC President Mike Mazzulli has come under scrutiny after…