Dana White News
Dana White reacts to PFL posting a video putting down Kayla Harrison hours prior to her fight at UFC 307: “They’re drowning”
Fernando Quiles - October 6, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White believes the PFL is in desperation mode. Kayla Harrison had her second fight under the UFC banner in Salt Lake City. She was featured on the main card of UFC 307 opposite Ketlen Vieira. While Harrison wasn’t as dominant as some expected, she still handled business for a unanimous decision win.
Dana White seemingly shoots down Alex Pereira's tease of a boxing match: "I hate crossover fights"
Josh Evanoff - October 2, 2024
Dana White isn’t a big fan of the idea of sending UFC champion Alex Pereira to boxing. ‘Poatan’ is currently set to return to the octagon this Saturday night in Salt Lake City. Back for the first time since a knockout victory over Jiri Prochazka in June, Alex Pereira will face fellow striker Khalil Rountree Jr. For his part, ‘The War Horse’ hasn’t competed since a stoppage win over Anthony Smith last December.
Dana White denies foul play from athletic commission following UFC Paris controversy
Fernando Quiles - October 2, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White says there was no foul play with the French athletic commission stemming from UFC Paris. Both Renato Moicano and Brendan Allen were none too pleased with being held for hours after the weigh-ins to undergo drug testing. Allen felt the headache was suspicious given that both he and Moicano were facing French fighters.
UFC CEO Dana White weighs in on the “myth” that there is ‘life changing’ money in boxing: “That's the bullsh*t that the public believes”
Harry Kettle - October 2, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White isn’t convinced by the suggestion that there is life-changing money to be made in professional boxing. As we know, Dana White has a complicated relationship with professional boxing. On the surface, you’d think he hates it based on some of his critiques over the years. Alas, in many ways, this was his first love in the world of combat sports.
Alex Pereira wants to play a major role in Dana White's move into boxing: "The partnership will start with me"
Josh Evanoff - September 30, 2024
UFC light-heavyweight champion Alex Pereira wants to play a role in Dana White’s boxing plans. ‘Poatan’ is currently set to return to the cage this Saturday night in Salt Lake City. Fresh off a knockout victory over Jiri Prochazka in June, Alex Pereira will face fellow striker Khalil Rountree Jr. For his part, ‘The War Horse’ hasn’t competed since a stoppage win over Anthony Smith last December.
UFC CEO Dana White opens up on plans to enter the world of Boxing: “I’m coming in guns blazing”
Harry Kettle - September 25, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has explained why he believes now is the right time for him to enter the world of pro boxing. For the longest time, Dana White has been teasing a move into the world of boxing. It’s where his combat sports passion first really began before he eventually made his way over to mixed martial arts. Now, after years of pondering a venture over, it seems as if he’s going to be dipping his toe in the water.
Dana White reacts after 8-1 underdog scores wild upset finish on Contender Series: “I love this sh*t”
Harry Kettle - September 25, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has reacted to an 8/1 underdog scoring a big upset victory on the Contender Series. As we know, the Contender Series has served as a great entry point into the Ultimate Fighting Championship for so many fighters. From former champions to top prospects, the show has produced some incredible talent over the years.
Boxing legend Mike Tyson endorses Dana White's boxing plans, calls him the "Best thing" for the sport
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
Boxing Hall of Famer Mike Tyson believes UFC CEO Dana White could potentially change boxing forever if he fully commits to investing in the sport. White made headlines when he admitted in a Q+A session that “big announcements” are coming soon. He specifically confirmed that he’s “in” when it comes to promoting boxing, and he could be potentially on the verge of launching his often-teased Zuffa Boxing.
Teddy Atlas welcomes Dana White entering boxing world: "Come on in, we need you"
Fernando Quiles - September 22, 2024
Legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas is more than happy to see UFC CEO Dana White enter the sweet science. For years, White has expressed interest in getting involved with the sport of boxing. The UFC boss has claimed the holdup has been the politics of boxing. More recently, White has been dipping his toes in the water, helping promote rising star Callum Walsh.
Steve-O claims Dana White dipped out of the UFC Nashville main event to watch Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz
Cole Shelton - September 20, 2024
Comedian and actor Steve-O says Dana White left the UFC Nashville main event between Cory Sandhagen and Rob Font so he could watch Jake Paul box Nate Diaz. Paul and Diaz were boxing on August 5, 2023, in Dallas, while the UFC was in Nashville that same night. In the main event of the Fight Night card, Sandhagen outwrestled Font for five rounds to get a decision win.
Jake Paul vows to end his UFC fighter pay campaign if Dana White makes one change: “I’ll shut the f**k up!”
Cole Shelton - September 20, 2024
Jake Paul plans to end his UFC fighter pay campaign if Dana White makes one change. Since Paul has become a boxer, he has taken aim at White and the UFC’s pay model. He has wanted the promotion to up the minimum fighter pay, but despite him constantly bringing it up publicly, a change has yet to happen.
Dana White plans to make 'big announcements' regarding boxing future
Zain Bando - September 19, 2024
Dana White has always been open to new ideas. From “Power Slap” to taking the UFC to greater heights, he continues looking for new ways to be innovative. White, the CEO of the UFC, took a keen interest in promoting Callum Walsh, a young, up-and-coming Irish boxing prospect.
Dana White confirms Tom Aspinall will be the backup for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic at UFC 309
Harry Kettle - September 18, 2024
UFC president Dana White has confirmed that Tom Aspinall will serve as the backup fighter for Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. As we know, Jon Jones will defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. In the eyes of many, though, the true number one contender is Tom Aspinall. The Englishman has worked incredibly hard to get to the top of the mountain, but unfortunately, the promotion is pushing forward with plans for Jones to battle Miocic.
Video | Dana White reacts to Donn Davis’ claim that the PFL has spent more money on ‘Ngannou vs. Ferreira’ than the Ultimate Fighting Championship did with UFC 306
Harry Kettle - September 18, 2024
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on Donn Davis’ recent claims regarding PFL and their expenditures. This past weekend, the Ultimate Fighting Championship put on a mammoth event at the Sphere in Las Vegas. They spent a great deal of money doing so, too, making for one of the most unique events in the history of mixed martial arts. Dana White served as a huge part of the process, and he made it clear that they were going all in.
Dana White reacts to footage of Jake Paul “sneaking in” to UFC 306, says ‘The Problem Child’ is not actually banned from events
Harry Kettle - September 18, 2024
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on Jake Paul sneaking in to Noche UFC at the Sphere last weekend. As we know, Jake Paul is a pretty controversial figure in the world of combat sports. In addition to his blossoming pro boxing career, he’s also made some noise in mixed martial arts. Alongside his deal with PFL, he’s also been pretty outspoken when it comes to criticizing Dana White and the UFC over the issue of fighter pay.
Dana White reacts to Sean O'Malley's torn labrum injury prior to UFC 306: “He didn’t look explosive"
Fernando Quiles - September 18, 2024
Dana White has reacted to Sean O’Malley revealing he was injured two months prior to UFC 306. O’Malley put the UFC Bantamweight Championship at stake against Merab Dvalishvili inside the Sphere in Las Vegas on September 14th. It wasn’t “Suga’s” night, as he was defeated via unanimous decision. It’s just the second pro MMA loss in O’Malley’s career.
Dana White reacts to the UFC 306 co-main event that saw Valentina Shevchenko dethrone Alexa Grasso: “I cannot let that drive me crazy”
Fernando Quiles - September 15, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his reaction to the lackluster UFC 306 co-headliner. Valentina Shevchenko reclaimed the UFC Women’s Flyweight Championship with her one-sided unanimous decision victory over Alexa Grasso. It was the grappling of “Bullet” that proved to be too much for Grasso. While we’re back to the days of Shevchenko hitting the dance moves as a UFC champion, fans weren’t exactly thrilled with the lack of action in her title fight.
Dana White confirms Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic will headline UFC 309 at MSG
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
Dana White has confirmed that Jon Jones will defend his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic in the main event of UFC 309 on November 16. Jones (27-1 MMA), arguably the greatest fighter in MMA history, will be returning to action for the first time since claiming the promotion’s then-vacant heavyweight title with a submission win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 in March of 2023. ‘Bones’ was originally slated to fight Miocic in the main event of UFC 295 but was forced to withdraw from the contest after suffering a torn pectoral in training.