Dana White, UFC 319 post-fight Credit: Eddie Law/Cageside Press
Paramount and TKO Group Holdings have struck a long-term media rights agreement that will make Paramount+ the exclusive streaming home of Zuffa Boxing across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America starting in January 2026.
TKO made the announcement on Monday through a press release.
The new promotion, formed by TKO in partnership with Saudi-based entertainment conglomerate Sela, will launch with leadership from several high-profile figures in combat sports and entertainment.
UFC President and CEO Dana White and Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and President of the Saudi Boxing Federation, are expected to take leading roles, with WWE President and TKO board member Nick Khan also involved.
“I’m excited to bring great boxing events to a global audience. There are millions of boxing fans that will now be able to watch competitive fights with up-and-coming boxers as well as the biggest stars in the sport. Paramount will be the home for UFC and boxing fans to watch the greatest fights in combat sports,” White said in the press release.
The partnership kicks off with an initial slate of 12 events to be streamed live on Paramount+, with plans to expand the schedule in years to come. Select cards may be simulcast on CBS, the company’s broadcast network, as well as other Paramount platforms.
The deal positions Paramount+ to play a central role in the launch of Zuffa Boxing, which TKO has billed as its newest major combat sports property following the success of UFC and WWE under the same corporate umbrella.
The agreement underscores TKO’s push to expand its global footprint in premium combat sports, while offering Paramount a fresh draw for subscribers in the increasingly competitive streaming space.
The move marks a significant bet on the convergence of boxing, streaming, and international promotion.