Matthew Griego Signed Three-Year Deal With Zuffa Boxing
The undefeated fighter will relocate to Las Vegas in the coming weeks to begin training for his 2027 debut.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Boxing
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Undefeated professional boxer Matthew Griego has entered into an eight-fight, three-year contract with Zuffa Boxing. The 30-year-old fighter will relocate from his home in Albuquerque to Las Vegas in the coming weeks to prepare for his first bout under the new promotion.
Why it matters
The signing marks a significant career move for Griego as he pivots his focus toward competing for a world championship. With his training program moving to the Las Vegas Valley, the local boxing community will see an influx of top-tier preparation as he aims for his debut event in 2027.
Griego brings an undefeated 16-0 record and 11 career knockouts to his three-year, eight-fight contract. The specific date and location for his 2027 debut show in Las Vegas have not yet been finalized.
The players
Matthew Griego
An undefeated 30-year-old professional boxer who holds a 16-0 record with 11 career knockouts.
Zuffa Boxing
The combat sports promotion that signed Griego to an eight-fight, three-year contract.
Ali Abdelaziz
The professional manager representing Matthew Griego in his contract negotiations.
The details
Managed by Ali Abdelaziz, the 30-year-old Griego will shift his training base to Las Vegas immediately to acclimate ahead of his upcoming promotional schedule. Zuffa Boxing intends to feature the fighter in its inaugural 2027 event hosted in the valley. The progression of his career and future bout announcements will depend on the firm's overarching 2027 fight calendar, which is expected to be released in the coming months.
Timeline
October 2026: Matthew Griego signed the multi-year deal with Zuffa Boxing.
Coming weeks: Griego begins his relocation to Las Vegas to initiate training.
2027: Griego is scheduled to compete in Zuffa Boxing's first show of the year.
Beyond the Strip
The arrival of Zuffa Boxing mirrors the industry-defining scale of the 2017 Mayweather vs. McGregor event that cemented the valley as the world's fight capital. This contract signals a continued commitment to local training and event production within the professional boxing sphere.
Residents should expect to see more activity at local training facilities as Griego integrates into the Las Vegas boxing circuit. Fans should watch for the official 2027 event calendar to see when the first Zuffa Boxing show will open for ticket sales.
The takeaway
Matthew Griego is set to anchor his future career in Las Vegas under a significant multi-year deal. Local fans should monitor future Zuffa Boxing scheduling to track when he will make his promotional debut in 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KRQE 13.
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