Turki Alalshikh: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Queensberry Promotions are enjoying a golden period, thanks to their close ties with Turki Alalshikh and a strong recent record over their once fierce rival, now close ally, Matchroom Boxing.

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 / BoxingNews.com / July 17

Turki Alalshikh: Boxing PPV Is Over

Turki Alalshikh has revealed that PPV will come to an end for Riyadh Season & The Ring Card events on DAZN. Turki Alalshikh confirmed the news following a meeting with DAZN CEO Shay Segev.

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 / Big Fight Weekend / July 10

Jake Paul Meets Turki Alalshikh: ‘Collaborating Only Helps’

On Friday, July 11, Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions will host a historic all-female fight card at Madison Square Garden, headlined by Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano.

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 / July 5

Turki Alalshikh Adds Another Blockbuster Fight to November Riyadh Season Card

The November Riyadh Season card continues to grab the headlines, with Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr, and David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde. Another fight has now been confirmed, with Jesse Rodriguez vs Fernando Martinez in a super flyweight unification showdown.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 3

Turki Alalshikh Announces Explosive World Title Fight for November in Riyadh

Turki Alalshikh has recently announced Chris Eubank vs Conor Benn 2, and Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr for later this year. His Excellency has now revealed another intriguing fight for November, with David Benavidez defending his WBC light heavyweight crown against Anthony Yarde.

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 / Big Fight Weekend / June 29

Turki Alalshikh Confirms Two Major Headline Bouts

Since Turki Alalshikh entered the boxing world, he has played a key role in bringing the sport’s top names together, ensuring the best fight the best. He has pushed the boundaries with the much-criticised Times Square card and secured Canelo Alvarez on a four-fight deal.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 27

Canelo Vs. Crawford – Has The Build-Up Flopped?

The Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford build-up has been slammed by Oscar De La Hoya, but is he right? Canelo boxes Crawford on September 13 as the Mexican defends his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 21

Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford: Turki Alalshikh Adds Intriguing Twist

On September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) will headline a Zuffa/Riyadh Season card live on Netflix.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 18

David Benavidez Claims Turki Alalshikh Wants To Make Canelo Alvarez Fight

Canelo Alvarez vs David Benavidez is a fight fans have wanted to see for a long time as the two Mexicans were both previously in the super middleweight division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16

Former UFC double champion claims UFC Atlanta judge ‘should never judge again’ after main event scorecard

Henry Cejudo has taken aim at Mike Bell for his scoring of the UFC Atlanta main event between Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley. This past Saturday, the premier promotion returned to Atlanta for UFC Atlanta with a welterweight main event between former champion Kamaru Usman and soaring contender Joaquin Buckley.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 16

Teofimo Lopez Reacts to Turki Alalshikh Warning Fighters on Running

Following the Times Square card on May 2, many criticised the bouts and lack of action. This low-action card was then followed up with a dire main event between Canelo and Scull on May 3, and Turki Alalshikh has now addressed those criticisms and warned those fighting on his future cards.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 15

Three Saudi Arabian Fighters to Watch Closely

Boxing in Saudi Arabia is growing in popularity, with the involvement of Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season. Many of the best fighters in the sport have fought in Riyadh, and this has seemingly influenced the next generation of fighters.

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 / The SportsRush / May 23

‘Fans Can’t Pay’: Unlike Canelo, David Benavidez Explains Bold Stand to Not Join Dana White & Alalshikh-Led Boxing League

Amid controversy surrounding his recent deal with Turki Alalshikh, Canelo Alvarez won’t see long-time rival David Benavidez fight in the Middle East — as he takes a stance for his fandom.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 8

‘Biggest Star’: Shakur Stevenson Questions Turki Alalshikh’s Decisions Despite Apologizing to Him

Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) isn’t too happy with Turki Alalshikh. The southpaw from Newark is fresh off a TKO victory against Josh Padley (16-1, 5 KOs) in Riyadh and is all set to soon face William Zepeda.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / April 18

Turki Alalshikh the deciding factor in potential Floyd Schofield Jr. vs. Abdullah Mason fight

22-year-old prospect Floyd Schofield Jr. is ready to accept a fight against fellow undefeated prospect Abdullah Mason. However, Schofield's Camp is hoping for Turki Alalshikh's support, and a large asking price has been set for the clash to go ahead.

Boxing News / MMA Sucka / March 31

Three Intriguing Fights In Europe We’re Waiting For in 2025

The boxing schedule for the first half of 2025 is full of great fights, with many more in the negotiation phase. Since the involvement of Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season, we have been blessed with many memorable matchups.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / March 18

Oscar De La Hoya ‘Offended’ As Dana White Joins Hands With Turki Alalshikh

Dana White’s recent comments have left Oscar De La Hoya offended. A few weeks ago, the UFC boss joined hands with the Riyadh Season mastermind, Turki Alalshikh, to announce the creation of a new boxing league.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 15

Turki Alalshikh Teases Huge Surprise for Canelo vs. Crawford Fight

Turki Alalshikh teased a major announcement on Friday regarding the highly anticipated boxing fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, labeled "one of the biggest" in history by the Mexican champion.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / March 12

WBC President Refutes Turki Alalshikh’s Belt Drama With Canelo

WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has cooled down suggestions that Turki Al-Sheikh told Canelo Alvarez not to get the WBC Belt pictured during his face-off with William Scull. The news comes amid the Saudis and Dana White’s decision to launch a new boxing league through TKO Group Holdings Inc.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / February 23

Canelo Alvarez's monster contract with Turki Alalshikh details leaked

Despite facing some backlash for his deal with Turki Alalshikh, Canelo Alvarez's decision has turned out to be an incredibly lucrative one. The legendary boxer has looked sensational of late, beating several younger, hungrier talents than himself.