Turki Alalshikh: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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On November 12, news broke that Jake Paul was finalizing a deal to fight British heavyweight superstar Anthony Joshua, potentially as soon as this December, due to Paul's scheduled November 14 bout against Gervonta "Tank" Davis getting scrapped.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 21

Oscar De La Hoya Predicts Turki Alalshikh's 'Demand' For Next Canelo Alvarez Fight

In the weeks after Canelo Alvarez's defeat to Terence Crawford on September 13, it came out that Canelo needed surgery on his elbow, which would delay his initial return timeline of early 2026 to some point later on in the year.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 8

Eddie Hearn discusses recent Turki Alalshikh meeting – teases big plans for Anthony Joshua

Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing are in the midst of a busy week with Jaron “Boots” Ennis vs Uisma Lima and Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov. The boxing schedule has been somewhat light in recent months, despite the Crawford vs Canelo superfight.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Eddie Hearn, Turki Alalshikh Announce Major Boxing Deal

Close on the heels of BOXXER, Matchroom Boxing has now stepped in to ink a groundbreaking deal with Turki Alalshikh‘s Riyadh Season. The news has taken the boxing world by storm.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 5

Joshua–Fury talks gain momentum after Riyadh meeting with Turki Alalshikh

Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua is once again on a collision course with Tyson Fury after “positive” discussions with Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority and head of Riyadh Season.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 5

Boxing’s most avoided fighters, including unbeaten heavyweight contender

Boxing continues to provide many memorable moments, and since Turki Alalshikh entered the sport, we have seen many fighters get their opportunity and dream fights made.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 3

Terence Crawford’s Rumored Next Title Fight Derailed as Turki Alalshikh’s Plans Publicly Denied

After Terence Crawford defeated Canelo Alvarez last month, uncertainty loomed over his future. Many even believed retirement was on the horizon. Returning home, ‘Bud’ was welcomed in Omaha like the champion he is.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 3

Riyadh Season agrees ‘game-changing deal’ for British boxing

Riyadh Season’s involvement in boxing has taken another step, with Ring Magazine, owned by Turki Alalshikh, revealing a “game-changing deal” for British

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 1

Terence Crawford Reveals Why Turki Alalshikh Didn't Want Canelo Alvarez Fight

It's going to take the boxing community a long time to move on from the September 13 showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, which was broadcast on Netflix and took place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 30

Turki Alalshikh plans stacked 2026 Riyadh Season card with Benavidez and Haney

Mike Coppinger revealed on “Inside The Ring” that Turki Alalshikh boxing plans are already focused on February 2026, with a stacked card in the works. Alalshikh’s boxing plans could see David Benavidez and Devin Haney co-headline, provided both win their bouts on the Ring IV card on November 22.

Turki Alalshikh and Dana White react to Zuffa-Paramount partnership – fighter signing revealed

Paramount and Zuffa Boxing announced on September 29 that they will enter into a partnership with Paramount as the exclusive streaming company for the new promotional outfit in the United States, Canada, and Latin America.

NFL News / FirstSportz / September 16

Tom Brady to Come Out of Retirement for Saudi Arabia Flag Football Tournament in 2026

Tom Brady last played football in 2023, after which he finally decided to hang up his cleats, even though he had the desire in him to continue playing at the highest level.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 14

Turki Alalshikh Proposes Terence Crawford's Next Superfight Following Canelo Alvarez Win

Turki Alalshikh wants another Terence Crawford superfight after the win against Canelo Alvarez. Crawford defeated Canelo via unanimous decision (116-112, 115-113, 115-113) at Allegiant Stadium on September 13.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / September 12

WWE's WrestleMania heading to Saudi Arabia in '27

In 2027, WrestleMania will head to the Middle East when WWE takes its signature event to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking the first time it will be held outside North America.

MMA News / Fights Around The World / September 12

Dana White Hopes to Fix ‘Busted’ Sport of Boxing

The sport of boxing is broken, according to UFC boss Dana White, and he is the only one who can fix it. While he had previously spoken about coming in and revamping the sport, he often had to put a pause on these plans.

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Wrestling News / FirstSportz / September 11

Historic First: Turki Alalshikh Confirms WrestleMania 43 Coming to Saudi Arabia in 2027

WrestleMania is the crown jewel not just of WWE, but of professional wrestling as a whole. Since its launch in 1985, ‘The Show of Shows’ has served as the ultimate stage where icons like The Undertaker, John Cena, Shawn Michaels, and Stone Cold Steve Austin cemented their legacies.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 18

Turki Alalshikh Game Changing Idea Raises Eyebrows

Turki Alalshikh is turning a traditionally one night boxing event into a multi day talent showcase. By stretching the undercard of the Canelo Alvarez vs.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 16

Turki Alalshikh Just Elevated Boxing

Turki Alalshikh has officially announced that starting with The Ring IV on November 22, all Riyadh Season and Ring events will be free to watch for all DAZN subscribers with no additional pay-per-view (PPV) charges.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 7

Turki Alalshikh Hints In-fight Changes

Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has hinted at a bold and unconventional twist for the highly anticipated clash between WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson (23–0, 11 KOs) and hard-hitting Mexican contender William Zepeda (33–0, 27 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 30

Turki Alalshikh Backs Undefeated British Fighter for Canelo vs Crawford Undercard – But Who Is He?

Turki Alalshikh continues to make some fascinating fight cards all over the globe and recently announced Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr and Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn 2 to headline two separate events.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 25

Turki Alalshikh Planning Major Japan vs Mexico Card Headlined By Naoya Inoue

The partnership between Turki Alalshikh and Naoya Inoue is being lined up, and it could be apart of an intriguing fight card. Ring Magazine has reported that His Excellency wants the undisputed junior-featherweight champion to headline a Riyadh Season card on Dec.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 24

Turki Alalshikh Makes His Opinion Of Gervonta 'Tank' Davis Extremely Clear

One of the only world-class boxers to have not fought under Turki Alalshikh's 'Riyadh Season' banner is WBA lightweight champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Turki Alalshikh Offers Young And Hungry Fighters A Chance To Perform Under The Bright Lights In September In Las Vegas

After landing a deal with Netflix to air Riyadh’s Season fight of Canelo Alvarez vs Terrence Crawford taking place on September 13th in Las Vegas, Turki Alalshikh has opened an invitation to young, hungry fighters a chance to perform under the bright lights.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Turki Alalshikh Weighs In on Recent Disappointments in Boxing Matches

Saudi Arabia has become the home of big boxing matches after an investment of millions of dollars in the last two years. Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, is the man who has made all this happen.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 8

Canelo vs Crawford: Turki Alalshikh Reveals Key Detail

Turki Alalshikh recently revealed Canelo vs Crawford will take place on September 13. There had been rumours of a falling out between Alalshikh and Dana White, who was set to promote Canelo vs Crawford – but His Excellency has seemingly rubbished those rumours by confirming White’s involvement in the super-fight.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 8

Turki Alalshikh Reveals Planned Historic Location for The Ring in March 2026

The Ring has already arranged two intriguing cards for 2025, and Turki Alalshikh has now revealed his plans for a July 2025 card in an iconic location to be determined, according to a report from The Ring magazine.