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Hearn Devastated as Benn Leaves Matchroom

Eddie Hearn is devastated after Conor Benn sensationally left Matchroom Boxing after a decade to join Dana White's new company.

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has expressed his devastation after 29-year-old Conor Benn, son of British legend Nigel Benn, announced he was ending his decade-long relationship with Matchroom Boxing to join Dana White's fledgling company.

Hearn revealed Benn's shocking reaction when he requested a phone call moments before what he described as a "painful" split, highlighting the abrupt nature of the departure that has left the promoter disappointed.