Dana White News
Dana White reflects on failed boxing match against Tito Ortiz: "He knows I would've beat the s*it out of him"
Josh Evanoff - February 27, 2024
UFC President Dana White has zero doubt how a boxing match with Tito Ortiz would’ve gone. The rivalry between the promoter and ‘The Huntington Beach Bad Boy’ is the stuff of legend. While Dana White was first the manager of Tito Ortiz, he eventually fell into a role as the leader, and face of the UFC. Not long after that, the two began feuding, and wouldn’t stop for two decades.
UFC CEO Dana White is confident fight fans will eventually see Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall: “How do you not?”
Susan Cox - February 27, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White is confident that fight fans will eventually see a Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall fight. It was Tom Aspinall (14-3 MMA) who defeated Sergei Pavlovich (18-2 MMA) by KO last November at UFC 295. With the victory, the Brit became the interim heavyweight titleholder.
Oscar De La Hoya offers to fight Dana White on co-main of Sean O'Malley vs. Ryan Garcia: "Hell of a promotion"
Josh Evanoff - February 26, 2024
Oscar De La Hoya is cool with UFC President Dana White, but he wouldn’t mind boxing him. Over the last few days, there have been discussions of Ryan Garcia vs. Sean O’Malley. ‘Sugar’ has shown interest in stepping into the boxing ring for a while now. Earlier this year, the UFC champion revealed that he already broached the subject of facing ‘KingRy’ in the future with Dana White and top executives.
Dana White reacts to Brian Ortega’s impressive comeback win over Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 25, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has reacted to Brian Ortega bouncing back after near-disaster against Yair Rodriguez. During fighter introductions for his UFC Mexico City fight against “El Pantera,” Ortega appeared to roll his ankle while warming up. He then had had a shaky opening round, which saw his nose get busted up by Yair. Ortega was able to settled down and secured an arm triangle choke to force the submission in the third round.
Howie Mandel still doesn't know why Dana White left his podcast early: "I have no explanation"
Cole Shelton - February 23, 2024
Howie Mandel still isn’t sure why UFC CEO Dana White walked off his podcast a few weeks ago. During Super Bowl week in Las Vegas, White was on Radio Row doing several radio hits and podcasts. But, when he went on Mandel’s show, the comedian had a grand introduction for the UFC boss.
Ben Askren weighs in on Dana White’s UFC 300 main event announcement: “You let us down a little bit”
Susan Cox - February 23, 2024
Ben Askren is weighing in on Dana White’s UFC 300 main event announcement. UFC 300 is now less than 2 months away, taking place on Saturday, April 13th, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Dana White reveals Vladimir Putin gifts to Khabib Nurmagomedov after Conor McGregor win: "Whatever he wanted"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2024
Dana White has opened up on the aftermath of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s win over Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Over five years removed from UFC 229, the card is still the highest-grossing in MMA history. At the top of the billing, were lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, and Conor McGregor. Leading into the event, the two stars were in a heated feud, that would continue for years beyond that night in 2019.
Dana White shuts down rumor of Israel Adesanya vs. Khamzat Chimaev headlining UFC Saudi Arabia
Cole Shelton - February 20, 2024
Dana White says the Israel Adesanya vs. Khamzat Chimaev won’t be headlining UFC Saudi Arabia in June as a photo seemed to indicate. On Tuesday afternoon, a photo went viral that showed the Kingdom Arena website showing Israel Adesanya vs. Khamzat Chimaev as the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia. Immediately, many fans took to social media to share it and wondered if it was legit. However, it was later revealed that the website was fake and the real arena website does not even have the UFC’s June event on their schedule.
Dana White reacts to Merab Dvalishvili's impressive performance in win over Henry Cejudo at UFC 298: "He did what he had to do"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 18, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has shared his reaction to the performance put forth by Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 298. This past Saturday night, Dvalishvili and former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo shared the Octagon. Merab’s relentless pace helped him earn a unanimous decision victory. It was an impressive showing for Merab, who one would think has just earned a UFC Bantamweight Championship opportunity.
Dana White says he’s not sure if Conor McGregor will ever fight for the UFC again
Harry Kettle - February 18, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has admitted that he doesn’t know if Conor McGregor will ever fight for the promotion again. For the longest time now, fans have been questioning when we’re going to see the return of Conor McGregor. It’s been two and a half years since he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier but in the last twelve months, he seems to have just about reached a full recovery. He’s training again, but there’s been no official announcement when it comes to an actual fight getting booked.
Dana White reacts to Ilia Topuria’s knockout win over Alex Volkanovski at UFC 298, says he’s not thinking about an immediate rematch
Harry Kettle - February 18, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has reacted to Ilia Topuria’s blockbuster knockout over Alexander Volkanovski. Last night, Ilia Topuria shocked the world. He knocked out Alexander Volkanovski in the second round of their mammoth title showdown, becoming the new UFC featherweight champion in the process. With the win, Topuria now has the chance to become a true breakout star in the promotion after a phenomenal rise to the top.
Dana White says Leon Edwards was offered three different opponents for UFC 300 and said yes to all of them
Harry Kettle - February 18, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has said that Leon Edwards was offered three different opponents during UFC 300 negotiations. Over the course of the last 18 months, Leon Edwards has stood tall as the UFC welterweight champion. He knocked out Kamaru Usman to claim the crown and since then, he’s successfully defended the belt against both Usman and Colby Covington.
Dana White reflects on Henry Cejudo's 'ridiculous' decision to retire: "He was in his f*cking prime!"
Josh Evanoff - February 15, 2024
Dana White believes that former UFC champion Henry Cejudo should’ve stayed retired. ‘Triple C’ is set to return to the cage this Saturday night at UFC 298 in California. For Henry Cejudo, the bout with Merab Dvalishvili will be the second of his comeback. Last May, the former dual-weight champion ended a three-year retirement to return to the cage against Aljamain Sterling.
UFC CEO Dana White says injury and money are to blame for latest Conor McGregor postponement
Harry Kettle - February 14, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has explained why Conor McGregor doesn’t have a fight booked right now. While the upcoming release of Road House is certainly exciting, many fans are more interested in knowing when Conor McGregor will return to the Octagon. After all, it’s been almost three years since we last saw him compete in the cage.
Dana White reveals he will announce the UFC 300 main event on Saturday
Cole Shelton - February 13, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has revealed he will announce the main event for the historic UFC 300 event on Saturday. White has been working on the main event for the pay-per-view card in April for quite some time now, but nothing has been finalized. But, now, speaking to MMA reporter Kevin Iole, he revealed he will announce the headliner for UFC 300 at the post-fight press conference following UFC 298 on Saturday.
Conor McGregor teases UFC 300 announcement for Super Bowl Sunday
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is once again teasing his comeback to occur at April’s UFC 300 event. The historic fight card is set to take place on April 13, 2024, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
UFC CEO Dana White reacts after Jon Anik has “meltdown” over toxic MMA fans
Cole Shelton - February 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White gave his thoughts on Jon Anik and his recent comments about MMA fans. Following UFC 297 which saw Dricus Du Plessis beat Sean Strickland by split decision to become the new champ, Anik says he was tired of the toxicity of MMA fans after he thought Du Plessis won. He says the hate got so bad he thought about stepping away from his role as a UFC commentator.
Dana White claimed Scott Coker was a "very, very bad promoter" in leaked text messages in antitrust lawsuit deposition
Cole Shelton - February 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White had some harsh words for Scott Coker during a deposition for the antitrust lawsuit. Several text messages have been uncovered during the lawsuit, and on Thursday, BloodyElbow was able to unearth more text messages and deposition statements. The latest text exchange was Lorenzo Fertitta sending a message to Dana White about Scott Coker and Bellator making a fight between Tito Ortiz and Rampage Jackson.