Eddie Hearn

Eddie Hearn is a prominent British sports promoter and the chairman of Matchroom Sport and the Professional Darts Corporation, known for his impact on global boxing. After building a career in sports management, representing golfers, and successfully promoting online poker events broadcast internationally on Channel 4, Channel 5, and Sky Sports through Matchroom Sport, Eddie Hearn made his significant entry into boxing in 2010. He first focused on assisting boxer Audley Harrison, which culminated in a high-profile WBA heavyweight title fight against David Haye. This strategic move marked the establishment of Matchroom Boxing and his dedicated career in boxing promotion.

A pivotal moment followed in 2013 when Hearn secured a promotional agreement with Anthony Joshua, a year after Joshua’s London 2012 Olympic gold medal win, and has since promoted all of Joshua’s professional fights. Hearn quickly solidified Matchroom Boxing’s standing with a series of landmark events. In 2014, he promoted the highly anticipated Carl Froch vs. George Groves II bout at Wembley Stadium, drawing an impressive 80,000 attendees.

and an additional 16 UK shows on the platform. Expanding Matchroom’s reach, Hearn agreed to promote the high-profile KSI vs. Logan Paul II event in 2019. The same year, he launched the ‘No Passion, No Point’ podcast, further engaging with the boxing community.

Matchroom 5v5 event, a notable boxing competition against rival promoter Frank Warren. Looking ahead, Hearn is set to promote Conor Benn in his match against Chris Eubank Jr in 2025, further cementing his influence in the sport.