Oscar De La Hoya Claims That Eddie Hearn “Still Hasn’t Built Anything”

Published Jul 20, 2023 | 7:10 AM EDT

In the high-stakes world of boxing, a different kind of battle is raging. Far removed from the spotlight ring, it’s a war of words. The fighters? Boxing promoters Eddie Hearn and Oscar De La Hoya. The gloves are off, and the jabs, not aimed at the body, but at reputations and business acumen. Now, De La Hoya, delivers a knock-out punchline that is causing an uproar in the boxing fraternity.

It’s not about who threw the last punch or who got knocked down in the ring; it’s about who’s building a legacy in the industry, and according to De La Hoya, it’s not Hearn. The drama unfolds not in the ring, but on social media, where every word echoes like a bell signaling the next round. But, what did De La Hoya say that has got the boxing world in a frenzy?

The De La Hoya-Hearn feud reaches boiling point

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The feud between Oscar De La Hoya and Eddie Hearn has been raging for a while now, capturing the attention of boxing fans worldwide. Recently, this dispute escalated dramatically when De La Hoya, the legendary boxing champion turned promoter, dropped a bombshell statement. “Eddie Hearn literally just spent millions of dollars of DAZN’s money and still hasn’t built anything,” De La Hoya exclaimed, landing a harsh critique on Hearn’s promotional strategy.

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Delving further into his accusatory statement, De La Hoya questioned Hearn’s success, or lack thereof, in the US market. “What fighter has he built other than two or three from Europe that do not resonate in the US?” he added, challenging Hearn’s influence and effectiveness as a promoter in the US boxing industry.

Hearn vs De La Hoya: A battle for the US boxing industry

Furthermore, De La Hoya firmly asserted his position in the industry, suggesting that Hearn would be better off focusing his efforts on the UK market. “Let me do my job and promote here, and you stay in the UK. That’s it,” he concluded, making it clear that he believes the US market is his territory.

In conclusion, this ongoing feud between Oscar De La Hoya and Eddie Hearn has taken an intriguing turn. De La Hoya’s scathing critique of Hearn’s promotional strategies has drawn a new battle line in the boxing industry, one that underscores the divide between the US and UK markets. But, the question remains – is De La Hoya’s claim of ownership over the US market justified? And, does Hearn’s promotional strategy indeed fall short in building resonant fighters in the US?

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As the boxing world keenly watches this war of words unfold, one can’t help but wonder about the impact this might have on the future of boxing promotions. Will this be the catalyst for a new era in boxing, or merely a footnote in the sport’s rich history? As a boxing fan, where do you stand in this intriguing feud? We’d love to hear your thoughts.

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Mrinal Mishra is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who is dedicated to covering live events with a special emphasis on influencer boxing events. With a focus on storytelling, Mishra strives to bring to light the stories of fighters that often go untold. As a big fan of Mike Tyson, Mishra believes that boxing will remain relevant for eternity, and he is committed to covering the sport with the respect and admiration it deserves.

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Snigdhaa Jaiswal