Danny Townsend
Danny Townsend is an Australian sports executive who previously served as the chief executive of the Australian Professional Leagues, overseeing domestic football operations. In 2023, he transitioned to lead SURJ Sports Investment, a division of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which focuses on sports investments. Townsend's expertise in the sports industry positions him to play a significant role in expanding DAZN's footprint in the MENA region.
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Recent news mentions
Danny Townsend – the CEO of SURJ Sports Investment, says the concept isn’t being backed by them.
Ryan Papenhuyzen meets Rugby360 bosses in Melbourne
Australia· 2025-07-29
Danny Townsend is the chief executive of SURJ Sports Investments, which is tied to the funding of the Club World Cup.
Deeply flawed, highly problematic ... but FIFA’s Club World Cup is well worth your timeAustralia· 2025-06-14
Danny Townsend is a former Australian soccer administrator now involved with Saudi Arabia's sporting investment arm.
New Cricket Australia boss Todd Greenberg’s Boxing Day barney; International Cricket Council; ICC; Jay Shah; BCCI; India cricket; Saudi Arabia PIVAustralia· 2025-04-18
Australian Danny Townsend heads the sports arm of Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.
Secret plan hatched for new Saudi-backed T20 leagueAustralia· 2025-03-15
Danny Townsend is the leader of SURJ Sports Investment and has been appointed to DAZN’s board.
DAZN close to getting the nod from federal governmentAustralia· 2025-03-13
Danny Townsend is the leader of SURJ Sports Investment.
Foxtel:Saudi Arabia invests $US1 billion in DAZNAustralia· 2025-02-18
