Matchroom launches seven-show Australian deal with Kayo Sports Michael Collins - 03/12/2026 - Comments Skye Nicolson headlines Melbourne card launching new broadcast deal Matchroom Boxing will stage seven events in Australia in 2026 under a new broadcast agreement. The partnership with Kayo Sports and Foxtel begins with Skye Nicolson headlining in Melbourne on April 29. The agreement follows DAZN ’s acquisition of Foxtel Group last year and expands the company’s distribution of boxing events in Australia. The first card under the new arrangement will take place at Melbourne Pavilion, where Nicolson will face Mariah Turner in a super bantamweight bout. The event will be broadcast on Kayo Sports and Foxtel in Australia, while international viewers outside the country will be able to watch the show on DAZN . Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn said the deal gives the company a stronger platform in the Australian market as it increases the number of events staged in the region. “We have a great chance to really get our teeth into what I believe is the most exciting time ever for Australian boxing and can’t wait to stage many major events here,” Hearn said. The Melbourne card will also feature a super lightweight fight between Jake Wyllie and Ibrahim Balla, while heavyweight prospect Teremoana Teremoana is expected to appear on the undercard as part of Matchroom’s first event under the new broadcast agreement. Nicolson, a former featherweight champion, will headline in Australia for the first time in her professional career. The interim WBC titleholder has fought most of her bouts overseas and has previously boxed on cards in the United States and the United Kingdom. Turner enters the fight after building a 12-1 record and will drop down in weight for the opportunity. The bout gives Nicolson a chance to move closer to a second world title while continuing her run in the super bantamweight division. Matchroom said the Melbourne event will mark the first of seven planned shows in Australia this year under the new broadcast agreement with Kayo Sports and Foxtel. Share on Facebook Post on X About the Author Michael Collins Michael Collins is a senior writer at Boxing247.com (East Side Boxing) and has covered world championship boxing since 2012. Respected for his measured reporting and technical insight, he delivers expert analysis on elite fighters, contenders, and the evolving global fight landscape. Carlos Adames Accuses Aaron McKenna of Fear Eddie Hearn Suggests Suing Dana White Over MSG Talks Tyson Fury Anthony Joshua Leave British Fans Behind Click here to subscribe to our FREE newsletter Latest Boxing News: Matchroom’s Strong Q4 Doesn’t Need An Aging Superstar Skye Nicolson Opens Matchroom-MVP Partnership on August 29 Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn Join Forces for Women’s Boxing Murat Gassiev Ignores Jarrell Miller, Considers Derek Chisora Speed Kills, Experience Wins Championships: A Breakdown of Hrgović v. Itauma Moses Itauma Needs Ten Fights in 2027 to Rebuild Tags Foxtel , Kayo Sports , Mariah Turner , Matchroom Boxing , Skye Nicolson Keith Thurman says Fundora will learn what an OG can do Caleb Plant explains why Sebastian Fundora is dangerous inside Boxing • Boxing News • Matchroom launches seven-show Australian deal with Kayo Sports Last Updated on 2026/03/13 at 2:38 AM
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