Dana White News
The UFC parts ways with 12 fighters in recent roster purge
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 10, 2024
A new wave of UFC roster cuts has arrived. Roster releases are obviously a tough time for fighters who receive the dreaded pink slip. It is inevitable, however.
Francis Ngannou accuses Dana White of lying over UFC vs. Boxing paydays: "Unless he was writing the check..."
Curtis Calhoun - October 9, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has responded to Dana White’s claims that he would’ve made more money if he’d stayed with the promotion. Ngannou will make his MMA return against 2023 PFL heavyweight champion Renan Ferreira on October 19th in Riyadh. He returns to the cage almost three full years since his UFC finale; a win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 270.
Dana White provides a grim update on UFC Africa plans
Curtis Calhoun - October 9, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White remains focused on making UFC Africa happen, but the promotion’s first event on the continent has hit several speed bumps in recent months. UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis is the promotion’s lone African-born titleholder at present, after defeating Israel Adesanya at UFC 305. After dismantling Adesanya, he called for his next title defense to take place in Africa, likely against Sean Strickland.
Dana White reacts to Amanda Nunes teasing UFC return: "She looks great"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 9, 2024
Dana White has responded to Amanda Nunes teasing a potential UFC comeback. Nunes has cemented her place in MMA history. She retired from pro MMA competition after successfully defending the UFC women’s bantamweight title against Irene Aldana back in June 2023.
Amanda Nunes implores Dana White to "Call me" after Julianna Pena reclaims UFC belt
Curtis Calhoun - October 7, 2024
Former UFC superstar Amanda Nunes wants to speak with CEO Dana White just days after her former rival earned the UFC bantamweight title in Salt Lake City. Nunes retired following a dominant win over Irene Aldana at UFC 289 last year. But, after Julianna Peña defeated Raquel Pennington at UFC 307, hopes have surfaced regarding Nunes’s return to the Octagon.
Donn Davis responds to Dana White, proposes $8 million bet involving Kayla Harrison: "Winner takes all"
Josh Evanoff - October 7, 2024
PFL founder Donn Davis wants to make a deal with Dana White involving Kayla Harrison. The former two-time PFL tournament winner returned to the cage at UFC 307 on Saturday. On the main card, Kayla Harrison faced Ketlen Vieira in a women’s bantamweight title eliminator. While the contest wasn’t as dominant as her debut in April, the judoka still emerged with a unanimous decision victory.
Dana White reacts to the “atrocious” judging at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 7, 2024
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on what he deemed to be atrocious judging at UFC 307 last weekend. UFC 307 is officially in the books following an electric night in Salt Lake City, Utah. The promotion put on another exciting card with plenty of highlights from top to bottom. However, one major talking point coming out of the event was the state of the judging.
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 Jr. - 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 denies foul play from athletic commission following UFC Paris controversy
Fernando Quiles Jr. - 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.
Dana White reacts to Conor McGregor's drunk livestream, still believes the Irishman fights in 2025
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White still believes Conor McGregor will fight in 2025, despite his recent drunk livestream. McGregor did a livestream which was sponsored by Duelbits and was drinking throughout it. The Irishman was seen downing several drinks throughout the livestream and even took aim at Ilia Topuria.
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.
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.
Sean O'Malley reacts to Dana White's boxing plans, makes new boxing callout: "That's f***ing exciting!"
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley wants to be one of the centerpieces of Dana White’s planned dive into the boxing world. O’Malley is fresh off a loss of the bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306. The loss snapped a seven-fight unbeaten streak, including his title win against Aljamain Sterling last year.
Teddy Atlas welcomes Dana White entering boxing world: "Come on in, we need you"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - 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.
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.