Dana White News
Francis Ngannou laughs off Dana White's comment that he's scared to fight Jon Jones: "He didn't want to fight me!"
Josh Evanoff - August 22, 2024
PFL heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou has responded to Dana White’s comments about fighting Jon Jones. ‘The Predator’ is finally set to return to the cage in October. Francis Ngannou last appeared in the octagon at UFC 270 in January 2022, where he handed Ciryl Gane a unanimous decision defeat. The fight was the last on his contract with the promotion, and he left the following year. Due to his exit, fans missed out on a long-awaited bout against Jon Jones.
Dana White explains what Magomed Ankalaev must do to earn another UFC title shot
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 22, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has revealed how Magomed Ankalaev can secure another light heavyweight title opportunity. When it was announced that 205-pound champion Alex Pereira will put his gold at stake against Khalil Rountree in the main event of UFC 307, the reaction within the MMA community was mixed. While many are expecting a barnburner between the two knockout artists, Rountree’s credibility as a title contender has come into question.
Dana White confident Jon Jones will fight Tom Aspinall if he retains heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic: “I personally think Jon challenges himself”
Harry Kettle - August 22, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White believes Jon Jones will push ahead with fighting Tom Aspinall if he can get through Stipe Miocic. As we know, the UFC heavyweight champion ‘Bones’ looks set to return later this year. When he does, he’ll defend the belt against former champion – and heavyweight GOAT – Stipe Miocic.
Michael Bisping sides with Dana White over reaction to Merab Dvalishvili's leaked cut
Curtis Calhoun - August 21, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping feels Merab Dvalishvili made a possible fight-determining mistake in leaking his pre-UFC 306 cut on social media. Dvalishvili scared the masses earlier this week when he posted footage of a nasty face cut he suffered ahead of UFC 306. He posted a clip of him on an operating table to stitch the wound but assured his fans that it wouldn’t put the Sean O’Malley fight in jeopardy.
Dana White blasts Merab Dvalishvili for revealing pre-UFC 306 cut: "Our guys are so dumb!"
Curtis Calhoun - August 20, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White isn’t happy with bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili for leaking a pre-UFC 306 cut he suffered this week. Dvalishvili is scheduled to face UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley in the UFC 306 main event on September 14th in Las Vegas. The bantamweight main event caps off a stacked card in the first major sporting event held at the Las Vegas Sphere venue.
Tom Aspinall fires back at Dana White and Jon Jones, declares himself the best heavyweight in the world
Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024
Tom Aspinall believes he is the best heavyweight in the world, despite what Dana White and Jon Jones say. Aspinall is the interim heavyweight champion recently made his first defense of that belt by knocking out Curtis Blaydes in a minute at UFC 304. Since then, he has said his next fight will be for the undisputed heavyweight title, but when he will get the chance is uncertain.
Dana White reacts to brawl between Marvin Vettori and Brendan Allen: “Had to be fight of the night”
Harry Kettle - August 19, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his thoughts on the brawl that took place between Marvin Vettori and Brendan Allen. As we know, Dana White isn’t afraid to speak his mind. Throughout the course of his time in mixed martial arts, White has been as ruthless and cut-throat as they come. While some may not like that, the fact of the matter is that he’s been incredibly successful with that model. At this point, he rarely feels the need to hold back – and that includes talking about other promotions.
Dana White walks back on comments regarding Conor McGregor not fighting this year: "We'll see how it plays out"
Cole Shelton - August 15, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White appears to walk back his comment that Conor McGregor won’t fight again this year. On Tuesday after the Contender Series, White said that the Irishman won’t fight in 2024 after he had to pull out of his UFC 303 fight back in June due to a broken pinky toe.
Dana White reveals new details for UFC's huge debut event at the Sphere
Harry Kettle - August 15, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has revealed just details for the promotion’s big debut at the Sphere in Las Vegas. On September 14, the Ultimate Fighting Championship heads to the Sphere in Las Vegas. The event, titled Noche UFC (previously UFC 306), is set to serve as a landmark moment for the venue. It will be the first major sporting occasion to take place inside the Sphere, and Dana White is putting everything he’s got into making it work.
UFC CEO Dana White explains why Paddy Pimblett reminds him of a young Conor McGregor: “They just keep sticking it to everybody”
Harry Kettle - August 15, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has explained why Paddy Pimblett genuinely reminds him of a young Conor McGregor. As we know, Paddy Pimblett is a star on the rise in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. While everyone continues to wait for him to falter, he’s only getting better. Of course, nobody knows just how far he can go, but that’s part of the fun.
Oscar De La Hoya unloads on Dana White in heated rant: "When a guy slaps his wife in public..."
Cole Shelton - August 14, 2024
Oscar De La Hoya has taken aim at UFC CEO Dana White in a heated rant. De La Hoya and White have become rivals over the years with the two taking shots at one another on multiple occasions. In the most recent segment of their ongoing feud, De La Hoya unloaded on White while speaking to Shannon Sharpe on his podcast.
Dana White vows to bring UFC to South Africa if Dricus du Plessis defeats Israel Adesanya: "Obviously we'll do it"
Josh Evanoff - August 14, 2024
If Dricus du Plessis can defeat Israel Adesanya, Dana White will make UFC South Africa happen. This Saturday in Australia, ‘Stillknocks’ will look to make his first title defense. Back for the first time since winning the gold against Sean Strickland in January, Dricus du Plessis will face Israel Adesanya. For his part, ‘The Last Stylebender’ hasn’t competed since a unanimous decision loss to ‘Tarzan’ nearly a year ago.
Sean Strickland reacts to Dana White’s news that he will be fighting the winner of Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya: “To war!”
Susan Cox - August 14, 2024
Sean Strickland is reacting to Dana White’s news that he will be fighting the winner of Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya. UFC 305 takes place this coming weekend, Saturday, August 17th at the RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia.
UFC CEO Dana White responds to Muhammad Mokaev’s offer for one free fight: “You put yourself in this position”
Susan Cox - August 14, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White is responding to Muhammad Mokaev’s offer for one free fight. Muhammad Mokaev (13-0 MMA) is riding high after his latest victory over Manel Kape (19-7 MMA) just last month at UFC 304.
Conor McGregor responds after UFC CEO Dana White says he won't be fighting in 2024: "Come on now, what’s this?"
Jeffrey Walter - August 13, 2024
Conor McGregor has responded after UFC CEO Dana White announced that he won’t be fighting for the promotion in 2024. McGregor (22-6 MMA) had of course kicked off the 2024 New Year by announcing that he would be fighting Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) in Las Vegas for International Fight Week on June 29.
Dana White reveals Sean Strickland will face the winner of Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya
Cole Shelton - August 13, 2024
Sean Strickland will be getting the next middleweight title shot, according to UFC CEO Dana White. UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis is set to defend his title for the first time as he takes on Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC 305 this Saturday. It’s a highly-anticipated fight but one of the big questions is who will be getting the next title shot.
Ben Askren thinks Jon Jones has dirt on UFC CEO Dana White: "He's playing along, and letting him and Stipe fight"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 11, 2024
Ben Askren feels there may be something behind the scenes when it comes to Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic. Many MMA fans have expressed dismay over UFC CEO Dana White sticking to his guns on booking Jones vs. Miocic for the heavyweight title. This is because Tom Aspinall is the current interim UFC Heavyweight Champion, and fans believe he’s the more exciting fight for “Bones.”
Jake Paul shares high praise for Dana White, says his only gripe is UFC fighter pay
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2024
Jake Paul has surprisingly given UFC president Dana White some praise following his speech at the Republican National Convention. As we know, Jake Paul and Dana White aren’t exactly best friends. In fact, Paul has taken quite a few shots at White over the years. A lot of the reasons for that stem from ‘The Problem Child’ not believing that fighter pay is where it should be. Of course, many fighters and pundits agree with him, even if they don’t like the man himself.