Omari Jones has signed a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing.
Jones, a standout amateur, secured a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris and has now made the switched to the professional ranks, putting his career in the hands of Hearn.
‘The Banger’ was beaten by eventual gold medalist, Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev in the semi-final at welterweight.
Jones said this week that Matchroom and Eddie Hearn was the “perfect fit” for him as he embarks on his professional boxing journey.
“I am happy to announce that I am turning pro with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom.
We won the race. Welcome to the team the next American superstar, Omari Jones 🇺🇸💫 @MatchroomBoxing @DAZNBoxing pic.twitter.com/8pFzKpUpJx
— Eddie Hearn (@EddieHearn) January 21, 2025
“I chose Eddie because he came to meet with me in Paris after my last fight in the Olympics and I understood how serious he was about my making a superstar and global star.
I also want to stay busy, and I feel that Matchroom and Eddie Hearn is the perfect fit for that.”
“My goals in the professional game in 2025 is to stay active, and win. Long term, I would like to become World champion, be mentioned amongst the greats and fight the best of the best”

Jones becomes the ninth Olympic medalist to make their pro debut with Hearn and Matchroom, and his new promoter is thrilled to be welcoming the Olympic star to the best team in boxing.
In a press release to announce the signing, Hearn stated:
“I am delighted to have won the race to sign Omari.

“Omari caught my eye when I saw him fight at the Olympics – the star potential was there for all to see, and I am honored that he has chosen Matchroom and DAZN to guide him in the pros.
The medal in Paris was the culmination of an outstanding amateur career, and I have no doubt that he is going to transfer that success into a glittering career in the paid ranks.
Ringside With @terencecrawford 🤝 pic.twitter.com/aoKDQXSWnj
— Omari Jones (@iam_OmariJones) September 15, 2024
“Omari has all the ingredients to become a household name in America; he has bags of skills, a great style, real work ethic, an infectious personality and the drive to help young people and his community.
We’re excited to get the journey started and news will come tomorrow of that first step.”