Hearn said the number was presented to his side as part of negotiations, but he made clear he does not accept it at face value, particularly for a 10-round bout he believes would typically command far less.
“If you want to get sucked into the fact that someone would pay $15 million for a 10-round fight, where it’s probably worth a million dollars. You are probably the biggest idiot on the planet,” Hearn said to Ariel Helwani.
He added that his team will seek documentation to confirm whether the deal was truly structured as a one-fight agreement with no future options attached. Hearn indicated that verifying those details is now a priority, with further action possible if the terms differ from what was represented.
“If it’s not the truth, there’ll be a major problem,” Hearn said, referring to the need for transparency around the reported figure.
Hearn said the figure was relayed to Matchroom during discussions around the fight, which required them to consider matching the offer. He questioned whether the reported amount reflects a standalone deal or part of a wider agreement, adding that his team will review the details once disclosure is provided.
The comments come as Benn’s promotional situation remains under scrutiny following his recent fight, with questions continuing over the structure and value of the agreement that secured his appearance.
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