Matchroom Sport has officially partnered with Riyadh Season to host a series of major events across boxing, darts, and snooker. This collaboration underscores Riyadh Season’s commitment to enhancing its presence in the global sports landscape.
Details of the Partnership
The newly formed alliance, announced today, will prominently feature the Riyadh Season brand in various Matchroom Sport events. This includes some landmark boxing matches and prestigious tournaments in darts and snooker.
Riyadh Season Overview
Riyadh Season, which launched in 2019, recently surpassed 20 million visitors during its latest iteration. It has played a key role in transforming the landscape for numerous sports, delivering extraordinary events and unforgettable experiences for both local and international fans.
Upcoming Sporting Events
- Boxing: Matchroom Boxing will host prominent fights in Riyadh, including:
- Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez vs. Fernando “Puma” Martinez on November 22 for Unified Super-Bantamweight titles.
- Conor Benn is set to face Chris Eubank Jr. in a highly anticipated rematch on November 15 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London.
- December will feature Japanese fighters in the ‘Ring V: Night of the Samurai.’
- Snooker: The Riyadh Season Snooker Championship will occur from November 19 to 21, showcasing top players like Ronnie O’Sullivan and Mark Allen. The unique tournament includes a notable gold ball worth 20 points and a $1 million bonus for achieving a ‘super-maximum.’
- Darts: The first-ever Saudi Arabia Darts Masters will take place on January 19-20, 2026, as part of the PDC’s global tour. Fans can experience live darts action and view matches through ITV Sport.
Future Events
The sixth edition of Riyadh Season has officially commenced, featuring notable events like the Six Kings Slam with top tennis players such as Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic. This season is setting the stage for an exciting lineup, culminating in WWE’s Royal Rumble in January 2026—marking a historic first outside of North America.
Statements from Key Figures
His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, expressed enthusiasm for continuing the partnership. He emphasized the importance of engaging in events with global interest and looks forward to more groundbreaking tournaments.
Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn shared his excitement, thanking Turki Alalshikh for the investment in boxing, snooker, and darts. He expressed optimism for future events that promise memorable experiences for sports fans worldwide.
This partnership between Matchroom Sport and Riyadh Season signals a new era for sporting events in Saudi Arabia, combining local enthusiasm with global appeal.
