Tyson Fury's Manager Shares Insights on Dana White and Eddie Hearn Rivalry Ahead of Fury vs. Joshua

Spencer Brown, who manages Tyson Fury, recently spoke about the ongoing rivalry between Eddie Hearn and Dana White. Their conflict has become a major talking point as the December 11 showdown between Fury and Anthony Joshua approaches.

Although neither Hearn nor White will step into the ring for the fight in Cardiff, their promotional clash has captured a lot of attention within boxing circles, especially since White's Zuffa Boxing entered the sport earlier this year.

Brown Weighs In on Both Promoters

On Uncrowned's The Ariel Helwani Show, Brown said, "I think Eddie’s winning the war of words, but they’re two very different characters." He described White as a tough businessman who built UFC from almost nothing, creating an entirely new sport. Brown acknowledged Hearn’s success in carrying forward his family’s boxing legacy with impressive results.

Even though many enjoy watching these two giants from combat sports clash, Brown expressed a wish that they could collaborate instead of compete, especially as the big Fury-Joshua fight nears.

From Cordiality to Conflict

Hearn and White once shared a friendly relationship, often attending each other’s events. That changed once TKO stepped into boxing, intensifying competition and turning their connection sour.

Brown said, "You’ve got two men there—I don’t see why they can’t be amicable. Does it have to be bitter all the time? I don’t think so." He recalled seeing Hearn at a UFC event in Las Vegas last year, where both appeared to get along well. Still, he understands that both sides will guard their territories closely, especially Hearn.

The Possibility of a Fight Between White and Hearn

Earlier this year, White challenged Hearn to a boxing match on The Piers Morgan Show. Hearn quickly accepted the offer. The battle between promoters gained even more buzz when KSI’s Misfits Boxing put forward a $20 million prize, but White later dismissed the chance of the fight happening.

Brown joked, "If Dana catches him on the jaw, he goes down. If Eddie keeps him at a distance and jabs well, I think he wins."

Saudi Arabia’s Role and Future in Boxing

Brown’s company, Goldstar, is heavily involved in Saudi Arabia’s investment in boxing. He believes rumors about the kingdom pulling out are exaggerated. The upcoming Fury-Joshua bout might be one of the last huge fights funded by Saudi money, but Brown expects the country to remain involved, albeit on a smaller scale.

• Brown’s view on Saudi involvement: Not leaving yet, just cooling off financially.
• Future fights: Possibly one or two big events per year.
• Influence of Turki Alalshikh: His health and leadership matter greatly to Saudi boxing investment.

Alalshikh has been a major supporter of boxing in Saudi Arabia, spending heavily to build up the sport despite battling cancer and a brain tumor. His dedication stems from passion, knowing his time may be limited.

With Zuffa Boxing’s rise and Saudi events slowing, experts think Saudi Arabia will reduce its spending on boxing, shifting towards a more sustainable approach through partnerships like TKO’s Zuffa Boxing.