Dana White News
Dana White shuts down the idea of a Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz trilogy taking place at UFC 306
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2024
UFC president Dana White has shut down the idea of Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz completing their trilogy at UFC 306. For the longest time now, there’s been a lot of speculation regarding Conor McGregor – and the same goes for Nate Diaz. As many fight fans know, the two men are locked in a years-long feud with the rivalry being stuck at 1-1. For so many years we’ve been waiting to see a third meeting between them but for whatever reason, it hasn’t quite come to fruition.
Dana White reacts to the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight booking
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 10, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his take on the announced boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. Tyson is a legend of the sweet science, but he will be 58 years old when he steps inside the ring with the 27-year-old Paul in an event that will air on Netflix. While no boxing expert believes Paul is a great prospect, his knockout power has long been proven and that could mean disaster for the far older Tyson on July 20. Some fight fans are having flashbacks to the 2021 boxing match between Evander Holyfield and Vitor Belfort, which saw “The Phenom” stop Holyfield, who was approaching 59 years old at the time, in the first round.
Dana White reacts to Anthony Joshua's knockout win over former UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou
Chris Taylor - March 9, 2024
Dana White shared his thoughts on Anthony Joshua’s knockout win over Francis Ngannou during tonight’s UFC 299 post-fight press conference. Ngannou (17-3 MMA, 0-2 Boxing) collided with the former WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight champion Joshua (28-3 Boxing) in Friday night’s headliner in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
UFC CEO Dana White announces Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko will serve as opposing coaches on TUF 32
Susan Cox - March 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has announced that Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko will serve as opposing coaches at TUF 32. A trilogy fight was anticipated between Grasso (16-3-1 MMA) and Shevchenko (23-4-1 MMA) with a timeline yet to be determined by the promotion.
BKFC founder David Feldman praises UFC CEO Dana White after recent meeting: "He's a real guy and I like him"
Cole Shelton - February 27, 2024
BKFC founder David Feldman has nothing but praise for UFC CEO Dana White. Feldman recently went to the UFC headquarters and met with White and what they talked about isn’t known. However, Feldman says he wanted to meet with White and after talking to him, he has nothing but praise for the UFC CEO, who also had kind words for the BKFC founder.
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.
Video | Insane crowd brawl breaks out at UFC Mexico City
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 25, 2024
A massive crowd brawl broke out during UFC Mexico City, and Dana White has given his reaction. UFC Mexico City featuring two pivotal matchups at the top of the marquee. Fans witnessed Brandon Royval get a measure of revenge on Brandon Moreno, defeating him via split decision in the main even. In the co-headliner, Brian Ortega submitted Yair Rodriguez after having a dicey opening 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 explains why Henry Cejudo was not given the mic following his loss to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 298: “Cejudo already retired, okay?”
Harry Kettle - February 19, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has explained why Henry Cejudo wasn’t given the chance to speak on the microphone at UFC 298. At UFC 298, Henry Cejudo fell short in his attempt to defeat Merab Dvalishvili. After the bout, Cejudo took off his gloves immediately – which can often be a sign that a fighter is going to retire. The expectation was that he’d receive the microphone during the post-fight interviews but for whatever reason, that didn’t happen.
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 announces UFC 300 main event
Cole Shelton - February 17, 2024
Dana White has finally announced the main event of UFC 300. White revealed the matchup on social media on Saturday, as the UFC CEO announced that light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira will defend his belt against former light heavyweight title holder Jamahal Hill in the headliner of the historic card. The fight comes together after months of speculation on who would headline the card.
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.