Dana White News
Dana White shares his thoughts on the UFC - WWE merger: “There’s a lot of things that we can add to WWE”
Susan Cox - April 6, 2023
Dana White is sharing his thoughts on the UFC – WWE merger. The announcement came on Monday, April 3rd that the UFC and WWE were joining forces as a new company under the control of the Endeavor Group.
Chael Sonnen says it’s time for Francis Ngannou to “wake up” and call Dana White: “Everyday he’s not signed, he’s losing”
Harry Kettle - April 5, 2023
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has given Francis Ngannou some advice as he continues to play the field in free agency. Ever since leaving the UFC earlier this year, many have wondered what Francis Ngannou’s next move will be. The popular opinion, given he wants to be paid well, is that he’ll enter the world of professional boxing.
Ari Emanuel confirms Dana White and Vince McMahon will continue key roles in UFC and WWE: “That’s pretty unstoppable”
Harry Kettle - April 4, 2023
Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel has confirmed that Dana White and Vince McMahon will continue to have key roles in UFC and WWE. Earlier this week, Endeavor made the blockbuster announcement that they had purchased a 51% stake in WWE. In addition to that, it was revealed that WWE and UFC would be forming a new publicly listed company together.
UFC President Dana White reacts after Endeavor strikes deal to purchase WWE: “There is no limit to what this company can accomplish in the next few years”
Harry Kettle - April 4, 2023
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on Endeavor confirming their purchase of WWE on Monday morning. In a monumental announcement, Endeavor confirmed reports that they will be buying a 51% share in WWE. In addition to that, they will create a new publicly traded company between WWE and UFC, believed to be worth over $21 billion.
Dana White speaks out on Fury FC officiating fiasco: 'You shouldn't be a ref if that happens, in my opinion.'
Zain Bando - March 27, 2023
Dana White has had his fair share of opinions on bad reffing jobs in combat sports. From Mario Yamasaki to Steve Mazzagatti, White pulls no punches when he sees an official potentially dictate the outcome of a fight. The UFC had an event in San Antonio, Texas, Saturday night, and the night before, Fury FC hosted an event on UFC Fight Pass, which also took place in Texas. One of the fights on the card saw a flyweight bout that ended in immense controversy as Edgar Cháirez took on Gianni Vazquez.
Dana White comments on the split decision ruling in Saturday’s UFC San Antonio main event: “That’s pretty scary”
Susan Cox - March 27, 2023
Dana White is commenting on the split decision ruling in Saturday’s UFC San Antonio main event. UFC San Antonio saw Cory Sandhagen (16-4 MMA) defeat Marlon Vera (20-8 MMA) via split decision in the bantamweight main event.
Dana White pumps the brakes on holding a UFC event in Mexico in 2023: “I don’t know if it’s in the plans right now”
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2023
UFC president Dana White has questioned whether or not the promotion will return to Mexico later this year. The current state of mixed martial arts in Mexico is incredibly positive. In addition to their many rising stars, the UFC is currently home to three Mexican world champions.
Dana White responds to Daniel Cormier suggesting Belal Muhammad is “the most warranted” for a UFC welterweight title shot: “That’s nice of him”
Fernando Quiles - March 26, 2023
UFC President Dana White has responded to Daniel Cormier’s take on Belal Muhammad’s status in the UFC Welterweight Championship picture. White is adamant about giving Colby Covington the next crack at Leon Edwards’ 170-pound gold. It’s a direction that some have been opposed to, but the UFC boss continues to stand his ground. Recently, UFC Hall of Famer and color commentator Daniel Cormier chimed in, taking to ESPN’s “DC & RC” show to express his belief that Muhammad deserves a title shot, but he isn’t getting it because there are more appealing fights for the mainstream audience.
UFC President Dana White weighs in on the ongoing saga between Conor McGregor and USADA: “I don’t get involved in the drug testing situation whatsoever”
Harry Kettle - March 20, 2023
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on the ongoing situation between Conor McGregor and USADA. For the last few weeks, the story between Conor McGregor and USADA has been developing at a rapid pace. Between Conor still not being in the testing pool to both parties throwing shots at one another, nobody is really sure what’s happening.
Dana White on Teddy Atlas being told champions improve by 30 percent: "I believe it"
Fernando Quiles - March 19, 2023
UFC President Dana White has responded to a tweet sent out by legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas just before the trilogy fight between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman started. Atlas was watching the UFC Welterweight Championship bout, which was ultimately won by Edwards via majority decision. Before the bout started, Atlas hopped on his Twitter account and recalled old trainers telling him that a fighter instantly improves by 30 percent when they become a champion.
Dana White reacts to 'Edwards vs. Usman 3', confirms Colby Covington will receive next title shot
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
UFC President Dana White has shared his reaction to ‘Edwards vs. Usman 3’, this while confirming Colby Covington will get the next title shot. Leon Edwards (21-3 MMA) and Kamaru Usman (20-3 MMA) collided for a third time this evening in London, with the promotion’s coveted welterweight title up for grabs.
Michael Bisping comes to bat for Dana White amidst Power Slap criticism: “Dana never invented that. It was already a thing”
Susan Cox - March 14, 2023
Michael Bisping is coming to bat for Dana White amidst the Power Slap criticism. Former UFC middleweight champion, Bisping, provided color commentary during Power Slap’s first season finale.
TBS ends Power Slap experiment after just one season
Harry Kettle - March 14, 2023
TBS has reportedly brought an end to their relationship with Dana White’s Power Slap league, as per MMA Fighting. The ‘art’ of slap fighting has been a source of controversy since day one. Many don’t enjoy it, although there are a select few who believe it holds some value within the combat sports space. Oh, and there are also plenty of concerns about the health and safety of those involved.
Dana White admits he "wouldn't be shocked" if Jon Jones retires after facing Stipe Miocic
Cole Shelton - March 13, 2023
Dana White thinks Jon Jones could retire after he fights Stipe Miocic. Jones ended his three-year-long layoff at UFC 285 with a first-round submission win over Ciryl Gane to win the vacant heavyweight title. After the fight, he called for his first title defense to be against Stipe Miocic.
Dana White’s Power Slap League accused of falsifying social media engagement
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2023
Dana White’s Power Slap league has been accused of exaggerating some of their recent social media engagement. Over the course of the last few months, Power Slap has been in the news a fair bit. From health & safety issues to fighter pay problems, it hasn’t been an easy first season for the new promotion.
UFC President Dana White extremely confident that Jon Jones would have beat Francis Ngannou “exactly” like he did Ciryl Gane
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2023
UFC president Dana White believes Jon Jones would defeat Francis Ngannou in a similar manner to how he defeated Ciryl Gane. It’s no secret that Dana White isn’t Francis Ngannou’s biggest fan. After all, the former UFC heavyweight champion did turn down a huge offer to stay with the promotion.
Power Slap Finale Results: Wolverine KO's Darius The Destroyer (Video)
Chris Taylor - March 11, 2023
Dana White’s Power Slap Finale takes place this evening at the UFC Apex, with Darius The Destroyer vs. Wolverine headlining the event. The event, which starts at 9pm EST, will be aired free of charge on the alternative social media video site, Rumble.
Dana White discusses the possibility of Jon Jones vs. Brock Lesnar: "Brock and I have a great relationship"
Josh Evanoff - March 10, 2023
Don’t expect to see former UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar returning to the octagon. Last Saturday night in Las Vegas, Jon Jones, and Ciryl Gane battled for heavyweight gold. The title was left vacant after Francis Ngannou left the promotion in January, and ‘Bones’ wasted no time in his heavyweight debut. In the main event of UFC 285, Jones won the title by first-round submission.