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title: "Zuffa Boxing planning first event outside of the Apex"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Matt Brown"
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published: "2026-04-21T13:45:39Z"
modified: "2026-04-21T13:47:45Z"
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# Zuffa Boxing planning first event outside of the Apex

[Zuffa Boxing](https://boxing-social.com/news/zuffa-boxing-news-failed-experiment-fighters-warning/) is closing in on a key milestone. The promotion is finalizing plans for its first event outside of the UFC Apex.

According to sources who spoke with [*Brunch Boxing*,](https://x.com/brunchboxing/status/2046585353998311729?s=46) the company is targeting an early summer date. The event is expected to take place in California. That move signals a shift toward a broader live audience.

Zuffa appears ready to showcase one of its top signings. Brandun Lee is being lined up for the card. His inclusion would give the event immediate credibility.

![](https://media.boxing-social.com/boxingsocial/2026/04/IMG_6314.webp)

*Brandun Lee. Photo Credit: Showtime*

Lee enters the Zuffa Boxing spotlight with an unbeaten record of 30 wins and 23 knockouts. He has built a reputation as a dangerous and disciplined, albeit recently inactive, fighter.

Last June, Lee delivered a dominant showing in Newark, New Jersey. He outpointed Elias Araujo over eight rounds without losing a single frame.

Throughout his career, Lee has competed exclusively at junior welterweight. However, his upcoming fight will mark a change. He is expected to move up to welterweight for his Zuffa debut.