League will be headed overseas for the first time
NEW YORK, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TBL Team Boxing League (“TBL”) today announced a groundbreaking global expansion set to launch for Season 5 in 2027, marking the league’s most ambitious growth to date. The expansion will introduce eight new franchises across the United States and Europe transforming TBL into a fully integrated international competition. Beginning in 2027, TBL will expand into San Diego, Chicago, Detroit, San Juan, Dublin, Birmingham, London, and Manchester, creating a truly global platform where European teams will compete directly against their U.S. counterparts.
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The introduction of a European Division marks the first time in league history that international teams will be fully integrated into regular season competition, setting the stage for cross-continental matchups and a broader global audience. The expanded league will feature 96 events in 2027, a significant increase from the 56 events held during Seasons 3 and 4, reflecting TBL’s rapid growth and increasing demand.
“This is a defining moment for TBL,” said Cassidy. “We are not just expanding – we are evolving into a global league. By bringing international teams into direct competition with our U.S. markets, we are elevating the sport, creating new rivalries, and delivering a world-class experience for fighters and fans alike.”
The full list of teams for 2027 are as follows:
West Division
San Diego Tj’s
Phoenix Fury
Las Vegas Hustle
Los Angeles Dynasty
Midwest Division
Chicago Gladiators
Nashville Smash
Atlanta Attack
Dallas Enforcers
East Division
NYC Attitude
Boston Butchers
Detroit Power Punchers
Philly Smoke
European Division
Dublin Rebels
Birmingham Blitz
Manchester Maulers
London Storm
South Division
Houston Hitmen
San Antonio Snipers
Miami Assassins
San Juan Strikers
To learn more about TBL Team Boxing League, visit www.teamboxingleague.com for schedules, tickets, and team info. You can also download the TBL app from the App Store for additional information.
About TBL Team Boxing League
Through its innovative event structure, TBL Team Boxing League (“TBL”) has disrupted the professional boxing industry. With a roster of 12 teams competing out of major U.S. markets, TBL combines rising talent with seasoned veterans in a format that lends itself to non-stop action. Weekly events feature male and female boxing across a series of weight classes in 1-round contests within a tournament format culminating in the Money Rounds where winning and losing is determined by overall team performance. For more information, visit www.teamboxingleague.com, follow on Instagram at @teamboxingleague, and YouTube at @teamboxingleague.