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Saudi Shake-Up: Alalshikh Ousts White, Khan Over Fight

5/23/2025

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In a surprising shake-up, Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Fund, has ousted Dana White and Nick Khan from their promotional roles for the highly anticipated Canelo Alvarez vs. Bud Crawford fight. British promoter Eddie Hearn voiced concerns about the TKO alliance's ability to draw elite fighters, hinting that White's recent remarks on stadium events may have sparked this split.

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In a surprising shake-up, Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Fund, has ousted Dana White and Nick Khan from their promotional roles for the highly anticipated Canelo Alvarez vs. Bud Crawford fight. British promoter Eddie Hearn voiced concerns about the TKO alliance's ability to draw elite fighters, hinting that White's recent remarks on stadium events may have sparked this split.