Zuffa Boxing Roster Power Rankings: The 10 Best Fighters on Dana White's Boxing Roster Right Now in 2026

The 10 Best Fighters on Dana White's Boxing Roster Right Now in 2026

Dana White's Zuffa Boxing promotion launched with a bang on February 13, 2026, at Meta Apex in Las Vegas, and the roster has grown to 96 fighters in just weeks. The joint venture between TKO Group Holdings and Sela Sport, backed by Turki Alalshikh, has already signed major names like Conor Benn and Efe Ajagba while building a foundation of hungry prospects.

Here's how the roster stacks up right now:

1. Callum Walsh (16-0, Middleweight)

The Irish middleweight is the face of Zuffa Boxing's inaugural event, headlining against Carlos Ocampo. Walsh enters with a perfect 16-0 record and represents the promotion's commitment to building new stars. His February 13 debut at Meta Apex was the first step in what Zuffa hopes becomes a championship run.

2. Efe Ajagba (22-2, Heavyweight)

Ranked #8 in the heavyweight division per Dan Rafael's reporting, Ajagba brings credibility to Zuffa's heavyweight division. The Nigerian fighter's 22-2 record and experience against top competition make him the most accomplished heavyweight on the roster. His promotional debut is set to anchor future Zuffa Boxing cards.

3. Jai Opetaia (Undisclosed Record, Cruiserweight)

The Australian cruiserweight champion is set to face Brandon Glanton on March 8, 2026, in Zuffa's third event. Opetaia's world-class credentials and championship experience instantly elevate the promotion's cruiserweight division. His matchup against Glanton for the cruiserweight title represents Zuffa's first major championship fight.

4. Conor Benn (Undisclosed Record, Welterweight)

Benn's defection from Matchroom Boxing to Zuffa created the biggest splash in boxing promotion wars. The British welterweight brings a massive fanbase and crossover appeal that no other Zuffa fighter can match. His promotional debut will be one of the most-watched boxing events of 2026.

5. Brandon Glanton (21-3, Cruiserweight)

Glanton enters his March 8 title fight against Opetaia with a 21-3 record and represents the veteran presence Zuffa needs in the cruiserweight division. His experience and championship aspirations make this matchup a perfect showcase for Zuffa's ambitions.

6. Carlos Ocampo (38-4, Middleweight)

The Mexican middleweight brings a 38-4 record into his February 13 headliner against Walsh. Ocampo's experience and proven ability to compete at the highest levels provide the perfect test for Zuffa's young star. His veteran presence helps establish the promotion's credibility.

7. Azat Hovhannisyan (22-6, Super Featherweight)

With a 22-6 record, Hovhannisyan represents the kind of experienced gatekeeper Zuffa needs to develop its younger talent. The Armenian fighter's super featherweight division experience makes him a valuable asset for building competitive matchups.

8. Andrew Tabiti (22-2, Heavyweight)

Tabiti's 22-2 record and heavyweight experience provide depth to Zuffa's most prestigious weight class. His presence alongside Ajagba gives the promotion multiple viable heavyweight options for future cards.

9. Abel Mejia (10-1, Lightweight)

The lightweight contender enters with a 10-1 record and represents the hunger Zuffa is building its promotion around. Mejia and other young prospects form the backbone of what could become Zuffa's next generation of champions.

10. Breyon Gorham (20-0, Super Lightweight)

Gorham's 20-0 record makes him one of the most intriguing undefeated prospects on the roster. His super lightweight division represents an area where Zuffa can develop new stars without the pressure of immediate championship expectations.

Why This Matters

Zuffa Boxing's rapid roster assembly represents Dana White's most ambitious move outside the UFC. The promotion has signed 96 fighters in under a month, creating the infrastructure for what could become boxing's most significant new player since Premier Boxing Champions launched in 2015.

The mix of established names like Benn and Ajagba with hungry prospects like Walsh and Gorham mirrors the UFC's successful model of blending veterans with rising stars. If Zuffa can create the same promotional machine that made UFC a global phenomenon, boxing could see its most significant format shift in decades.

What to Watch

March 8, 2026 marks Zuffa's next major test with Jai Opetaia vs Brandon Glanton for the cruiserweight title. This event will show whether the promotion can build on its successful debut and create the kind of championship atmosphere that boxing fans expect.

The next 90 days will determine if Zuffa Boxing is a legitimate threat to established promotions or just another player in boxing's crowded landscape. With 96 fighters signed and major events scheduled, the promotion has the roster to make noise—now it needs to prove it can create stars.