Bentley reportedly heading to Zuffa

A reported multi-fight deal raises questions over the WBO middleweight title.

Published: 2026-10-01

FIGHTMAG reports that Denzel Bentley has signed a multi-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing and is expected to vacate his WBO middleweight title. The report attributes the deal to journalist Dan Rafael, citing a source with direct knowledge.

The report points to a planned 7 November return in London, with an opponent still to be determined. The title vacancy and next opponent should be checked against subsequent official announcements.