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TUF Altercations? ‘There Were A Few’

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While filming went relatively smoothly, Dana White revealed there were a few moments where tensions boiled over between coaches and …read more

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Dana White says Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler showed a ‘level of respect’ on TUF 31

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UFC leader Dana White defends Power Slap League, claims criticism comes from ‘Un-Education or pure hate’

Dana White chalks up the criticism being lobbed at his Power Slap project as nothing more than “un-education or pure hate.

The UFC President is undoubtedly one of mixed martial …read more

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Johnny Walker reacts to Dana White’s criticisms, has mixed feelings about Anthony Smith win

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Johnny Walker tied his longest winning streak under the UFC banner …read more

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Dana White still shooting for McGregor vs. Chandler this year

Dana White is still targeting the monumental Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight for the end of 2023. There is a looming hurdle to clear, but White still appears focused …read more

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Roundtable: What is Dana White’s most memorable feud with a UFC champion?

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Dana White is publicly butting heads with one of his champions. Stop the presses!
One couldn’t be blamed for reading that first sentence and …read more

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Posted on May 28, 2023, 1:16 pm By
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Dana White happy to be on the same page with Paulo Costa ahead of UFC 291: “It’s good to have him back”

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Dana White on Paulo Costa's UFC 291 booking after contract issue: 'We finally got him dialed in'

UFC president Dana White and Paulo Costa just might finally be on the same page.
Costa hasn’t competed since outlasting Luke Rockhold in a Fight of the Night battle at UFC …read more

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Paulo Costa laughs off Dana White’s confirmation of his UFC 291 fight with Ikram Aliskerov in July

One-time UFC middleweight title challenger, Paulo Costa has laughed off confirmation from promotional president, Dana White that he will be fighting at UFC 291 in July – taking on Contender …read more

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Dana White teams up with actor Adam Sandler for new scripted series based on working in UFC offices

The UFC is teaming up with comedy icon Adam Sandler for a new series that will focus on what it’s like to work for the global mixed martial arts enterprise. …read more

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Dana White reveals work on UFC comedy series with Adam Sandler is underway

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UFC star Khamzat Chimaev unfollows Dana White and Darren Till on social media

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Tyson Fury responds to Dana White: Any fight with Jon Jones has 'got to be under boxing rules'

UFC president Dana White has Tyson Fury’s attention.
Just a few days after slamming boxing for booking too many “gimmicky-type fights,” White sung a different tune when he inserted himself into …read more

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Tyson Fury answers Dana White’s Jon Jones offer, insists on boxing match: ‘I don’t roll round the floor, I stand up and punch’

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Tyson Fury doesn’t plan to mess around with MMA if he ever fights Jon Jones.
Though the two …read more

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Robin Black responds to Dana White after being slammed by the UFC President

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Dana White working with Adam Sandler to develop new UFC comedy

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The UFC has plans for a new behind-the-scenes documentary, as well as a comedy in development with Adam Sandler centered …read more

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Brendan Schaub responds to Dana White’s criticism of Francis Ngannou’s new PFL deal: “Gimmicks? You own the slap fight league”

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Dana White open to Jon Jones, Tyson Fury crossover fight in the UFC: ‘I will make it happen’

UFC president, Dana White has claimed he will make a potential cross over fight between current promotional heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, and undisputed WBC heavyweight titleholder, Tyson Fury a reality …read more

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Dana White issues interim UFC title threat to Aljamain Sterling: ‘If you’re not healthy, don’t take the fight’

UFC president, Dana White has claimed that if current undisputed bantamweight best, Aljamain Sterling is not healthy enough to fight at UFC 292 on August 19. as planned – the …read more

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Dana White scoffs at Aljamain Sterling's comments: 'How am I not giving him credit? Ridiculous'

Dana White doesn’t agree with Aljamain Sterling’s recent comments.
UFC bantamweight champion Sterling took umbrage when White said he can’t get out of his own way after Sterling said he may need …read more

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Dana White responds to “ridiculous” comments from Aljamain Sterling: “How am I not giving him credit?”

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Dana White fires back at Aljamain Sterling after press conference comments

Dana White is surprised that Aljamain Sterling was offended by his press conference comments.

During an interview with Amy Kaplan, White expressed his frustration.

“I’m not the one that went …read more

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Dana White bristles at Aljamain Sterling comments: ‘How am I not giving him credit? Ridiculous’

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Dana White and Aljamain Sterling just can’t get on the same page.
The UFC president gave an animated …read more

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PFL founder Donn Davis takes aim at Dana White over his criticism of Francis Ngannou’s contract

Donn Davis, the founder of PFL, has fired back at Dana White. Last week, Francis Ngannou officially signed his contract with PFL and he is expected to debut in 2024, …read more

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Dana White tells Tyson Fury “let’s start talking” if he’s serious about fighting Jon Jones

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Dana White backs Jon Jones in beef with Tyson Fury, says UFC champ 'baddest dude on the planet. There's no debate.'

Although they don’t always see eye to eye, Jon Jones has the backing of his promoter, UFC president Dana White, in his beef with Tyson Fury.
The two heavyweight combat sports …read more

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Ariel Helwani takes aim at Dana White for his “bullsh*t way of framing” former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

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Aljamain Sterling claps back after Dana White slight

On Saturday night UFC president Dana White was asked about the comments that UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling made in regards to his availability and not having signed any contract …read more

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Aljamain Sterling responds to Dana White, takes umbrage with lack of credit: 'I've done everything the UFC has asked'

Aljamain Sterling admits he’s not on the same page with his promoter, but he’d like to be going forward.
UFC president Dana White recently announced UFC 292 for Aug. 19 in …read more

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Francis Ngannou responds to Dana White’s thoughts on PFL signing

On Saturday night UFC president Dana White responded to the news that Francis Ngannou had signed with the PFL. His long rant covered many angles but the gist of it …read more

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Aljamain Sterling fires back at Dana White’s criticisms: ‘‘Why can’t you give credit where credit is due?’

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Aljamain Sterling heard what UFC President Dana White had to say about him recently, and it left him scratching his …read more

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‘War room s***’: Dana White explains how Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2 became BMF title fight

UFC President Dana White believes the rematch between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje in the main event of July’s UFC 291 card is a perfect representation for what the BMF …read more

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Dana White defends return of mocked BMF championship ahead of UFC 291: ‘Everybody wants that belt’

UFC president, Dana White has defended the return of the controversial BMF championship – previously held by Jorge Masvidal, claiming “everybody” under the promotion’s banner wants to clinch the symbolic …read more

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Dana White reacts to Mackenzie Dern's callout of Rose Namajunas after UFC Fight Night 224

LAS VEGAS – UFC president Dana White walked out of the UFC Apex Saturday impressed with the performance of Mackenzie Dern.
In the main event of UFC Fight Night 224, Dern …read more

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Valentina Shevchenko confirmed to fight for UFC title in rematch with Alexa Grasso: ‘We’re working on that’

UFC president, Dana White has confirmed that former undisputed flyweight champion, Valentina Shevchenko will return to the Octagon in an immediate title re-run with newly-minted gold holder, Alexa Grasso next …read more

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Dana White alludes to ‘Big’ fight return to UFC for Conor McGregor in December against Michael Chandler

UFC president, Dana White has confirmed that currently, plans are in place for former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor to make his return to the Octagon before the close of the …read more

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UFC President Dana White responds to criticism surrounding recent Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland fight bookings

UFC president Dana White has explained his thought process behind Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland’s next fights. Across the last few months, Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland haven’t been afraid …read more

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Dana White discusses McGregor vs. Chandler, Usman vs. Chimaev, BMF title, more after UFC Fight Night 224

LAS VEGAS – UFC president Dana White spoke to the media Saturday night following the completion of UFC Fight Night 224.
He addressed various topics at the UFC Apex in Las …read more

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Posted on May 22, 2023, 1:46 am By
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Dana White teases surprising announcement about Israel Adesanya’s opponent for UFC 293

At the UFC Vegas 73 press conference, Dana White just so happened to mention that the UFC will be releasing an announcement about who Israel Adesanya’s opponent will be for …read more

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Francis Ngannou scoffs at Dana White after rant following UFC Vegas 73: ‘What’s your problem with me?’

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou took to Twitter today with some harsh words for Dana White.

White has been very public about his views on former star Ngannou. This …read more

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Dana White gives update on Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler timeline

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Dana White says that Conor McGregor will return to the cage before the end of this year. Hopefully.
The …read more

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Dana White explains why the UFC is bringing back the BMF title for Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2

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Dana White maintains Aljamain Sterling, Sean O’Malley fight is set for UFC 292: ‘He can’t get out of his own way’

Despite claims from undisputed bantamweight champion, Aljamain Sterling that he is yet to officially book a UFC 292 championship fight with the surging, Sean O’Malley for August, promotional president, Dana …read more

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Dana White: 'We're working on' Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko as next UFC women's flyweight title fight

LAS VEGAS – UFC president Dana White was noncommittal in the immediate aftermath of UFC 285, the event during which Alexa Grasso shocked the world and submitted long-reigning champion Valentina …read more

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Dana White says Henry Cejudo has offered to step in for “little p***y” Aljamain Sterling against Sean O’Malley at UFC 292

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Dana White assures Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley is on for UFC 292, says Sterling 'can't get out of his own way'

LAS VEGAS – Dana White says Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O’Malley is absolutely happening at UFC 292.
Earlier this week, the promotion announced that bantamweight champion Sterling (23-3 MMA, 15-3 UFC) will …read more

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Dana White lauds Mackenzie Dern for ‘unbelievable’ UFC Vegas 73 performance: ‘She came out on a mission’

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Dana White believes Mackenzie Dern looked as good as she ever has this weekend.
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Dana White says Francis Ngannou's PFL signing makes no sense: 'I know how this story ends'

LAS VEGAS – UFC president Dana White had a lot to say Saturday following UFC Fight Night 224 as he publicly reacted for the first time to news of Francis …read more

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Dana White reacts to Francis Ngannou signing with the PFL: “It makes no sense to me”

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Dana White critical of PFL ‘burning cash’ to sign Francis Ngannou: ‘You’re going to pay a guy not to fight’

Dana White thinks the PFL are fools for offering Francis Ngannou a truckload of cash for so little in return.

The former UFC heavyweight champion made waves this week, revealing …read more

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Dana White updates on Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler

UFC president Dana White provided an update on the concerns over Conor McGregor returning to the octagon and his bout with Michael Chandler.

McGregor and Chandler coach opposite each other on …read more

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Dana White frustrated with skepticism over Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O’Malley

UFC president Dana White is growing frustrated with skepticism over a planned title bout between UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling and challenger Sean O’Malley. The two are supposed to fight …read more

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Aljamain Sterling plays down August return, UFC 292 title fight with Sean O’Malley: ‘I’m still injured’

Despite a recent announcement from UFC president, Dana White confirming an undisputed bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling, and challenger, Sean O’Malley for an August 19. pay-per-view event in Boston, …read more

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Jon Jones responds to Tyson Fury, suggests he call Dana White if he wants to meet in the cage

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has directly inserted himself into a back-and-forth between Tyson Fury and Joe Rogan.
On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, the UFC commentator and …read more

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Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje rematch tops stacked UFC 291 fight card

UFC president Dana White recently unveiled a stacked UFC 291 fight card, topped by a pivotal rematch between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje.

History of the Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje …read more

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Oscar Herrera hopes FCS 4 leads to Dana White’s Contender Series

When it comes to his 2022, flyweight Oscar Herrera feels like the 1-1 record he had about sums up how the year went, both positive and negative.

Additionally, the fact the …read more

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UFC 293 heads to Sydney, Australia as first event of new four-year New South Wales deal

The UFC is headed down under once again in 2023.
UFC 293 will take place Sept. 9 in Sydney, Australia. Promotion president Dana White announced the news Wednesday on Twitter and …read more

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Islam Makhachev reacts after the UFC books Dustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje 2 for the BMF title

Islam Makhachev is reacting after the UFC booked Dustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje 2 for the BMF title. UFC President, Dana White, announced yesterday, May 16th that the lightweight five-round …read more

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Alex Pereira reacts after booking fight with Jan Blachowicz at UFC 291: “I was waiting for him”

Alex Pereira has given his reaction to the news that he’ll be locking horns with Jan Blachowicz at UFC 291 on July 29. Last night, UFC president Dana White announced …read more

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Dana White announces headliner and co-main event for UFC 292

Dana White has announced a couple of bangers for UFC 292. Taking place on August 19 in Boston, Massachusetts, the card will feature Aljamain Sterling defending his bantamweight title against …read more

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Ngannou Told White: ‘I Feel Like I’m Not In The Promotion’

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Francis Ngannou did his best to get through to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President, Dana White.
“The Predator’s” case wasn’t the …read more

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Sterling-O'Malley will headline UFC 292 in Boston

A bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and Sean O’Malley will headline UFC 292, a pay-per-view event at Boston’s TD Garden, on Aug. 19, UFC president Dana White announced on …read more

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Poirier-Gaethje rematch set to headline UFC 291

Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje will meet for a second time July 29 at UFC 291, this time for the vacant “BMF” title, UFC president Dana White announced Tuesday. …read more

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Aljamain Sterling, Sean O’Malley fight confirmed for UFC 292 in August, co-main event title clash announced

Aljamain Sterling will make a quick turnaround after defending his bantamweight world championship against former two-division titleholder Henry Cejudo at UFC 288.

As announced by Dana White on social media, ‘Funk …read more

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Dana White announces official main card lineup for UFC 291 and two big prelim fights

Dana White has announced a stacked UFC 291 card headlined by Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. ‘The Diamond’ and ‘The Highlight’ have been in talks to fight for a while …read more

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Watch UFC President Dana White console “f**king stud” Daniel Rodriguez following his TKO loss to Ian Garry

UFC president Dana White made sure to console Daniel Rodriguez following his loss to Ian Garry last weekend. On Saturday night, Ian Garry arrived in a big way in the …read more

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Ian Machado Garry: UFC president Dana White sees me as 'superstar in the making'

Ian Machado Garry thinks this past weekend’s finish of Daniel Rodriguez at UFC on ABC 4 marked a turning point in public opinion.
Garry (12-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC) needed less than …read more

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Dana White: UFC's Jailton Almeida 'looks like he’s going to be a star in the heavyweight division'

Heavyweight standout Jailton Almeida is making quite the impression on UFC president Dana White.
Almeida’s tear through the division continued this past Saturday at UFC on ABC 4 in Charlotte, N.C., …read more

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Dana White praises Matt Brown’s UFC longevity after brutal knockout win

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At age 42, Matt Brown is still finding ways to win fights and score UFC knockouts.
The veteran …read more

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Dana White explains heartbreaking reason for UFC's tribute to Shalie Lipp after fighter's death in car crash

When the UFC pays tributes to recently deceased fighters before broadcasts, it’s usually someone who competes or competed for the promotion.
Shalie Lipp was different.
Lipp, a 21-year-old amateur mixed martial artist, …read more

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Dana White slams Johnny Walker’s performance at UFC Charlotte: ‘He didn’t really wow anybody’

UFC president Dana White seemed unimpressed with light-heavyweight contender, Johnny Walker.

Last night, Walker earned himself a third win on the bounce, a feat he has not achieved since first entering …read more

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Dana White gushes over Jailton Almeida following UFC on ABC 4 win: “I think he’s going to be something special”

UFC President Dana White is over the moon when it comes to Jailton Almeida’s potential. Almeida was in the main event of UFC on ABC 4 this past Saturday (May …read more

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Dana White wasn’t overly impressed with Johnny Walker’s decision win against Anthony Smith at UFC on ABC 4: “Didn’t really wow anybody”

UFC President Dana White doesn’t think Johnny Walker had a standout performance at UFC Charlotte. Walker shared the Octagon with Anthony Smith in the co-main event of the fourth UFC …read more

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Dana White addresses death of rising MMA talent Shalie Lipp

UFC president Dana White was a little more emotional than usual at Saturday night’s UFC Charlotte post-fight press conference, though it had nothing to do with the fight card. It …read more

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UFC Charlotte bonuses: Dana White hands out 5 bonuses, including Bryan Battle for 14-second knockout

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Another raucous crowd at UFC Charlotte led to a generous payout from UFC President Dana White with …read more

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Dana White pays tribute to late prospect Shalie Lipp after tragic passing: “I know your name”

UFC president Dana White has reacted to the passing of Shalie Lipp. The 21-year-old was an aspiring prospect that had accumulated a 3-2 amateur record to this stage in her …read more

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Dana White delivers heartbreaking message following the tragic death of highly-Touted MMA prospect Shalie Lipp

UFC President Dana White delivered a heartfelt message following the tragic death of 21-year-old amateur mixed martial artist, Shalie Lipp.

A budding prospect in the Midwest MMA scene, Lipp sadly …read more

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Deiveson Figueiredo disputes Dana White’s claim that he’s fighting Manel Kape at UFC 290

Don’t expect Deiveson Figueiredo to share the Octagon with Manel Kape at UFC 290. UFC President Dana White recently announced the full lineup for UFC 290, which is scheduled to …read more

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Dana White reveals Robbie Lawler’s return at UFC 290 will be his retirement fight

Dana White has revealed that former UFC welterweight champion Robbie Lawler’s career is coming to a close. ‘Ruthless’ has been out of the octagon since his clash against Bryan Barberena …read more

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Dana White: Robbie Lawler to retire after UFC 290 fight with Niko Price

Robbie Lawler will say farewell to MMA competition at UFC 290, according to UFC president Dana White.
Former UFC welterweight champion Lawler (29-16 MMA, 14-10 UFC) will step into the cage …read more

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Dana White announces official main card and televised prelim lineup for UFC 290

Wednesday morning, UFC president Dana White made an exciting announcement revealing some major bouts that will take place at UFC 290 on July. 8 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las …read more

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Video: What's in store for Belal Muhammad after UFC 288?

Belal Muhammad is second in the title queue, according to UFC president Dana White.
In the UFC 288 co-main event, Muhammad dominated former UFC title challenger Gilbert Burns over five rounds …read more

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Dana White takes aim at Kron Gracie’s performance at UFC 288: “Tough way to try to win a fight these days”

Dana White thinks Kron Gracie had an odd game plan for his UFC 288 fight against Charles Jourdain. Gracie was fighting for the first time since October of 2019 when …read more

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Aljamain Sterling believes Dana White will force Sean O’Malley into September showdown: “He’s going to do as Daddy Dana says”

UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling believes Dana White will help force his next fight. ‘The Funk Master’ returned to the octagon over the weekend in the main event of UFC …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev disputes Dana White’s claims that his hiatus from the UFC is due to personal reasons

Khamzat Chimaev says he is ready to fight. For months now, many fans have wondered when Chimaev will be fighting again as there has been no word on his next …read more

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On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC 288

While Aljamain Sterling will likely have his next UFC bantamweight title defense this summer — at least, according to Dana White — following his UFC 288 main event win, where …read more

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‘He Came Out Of A Time Capsule In 1995’

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UFC president Dana White had some comments for grappler turned MMA fighter Kron Gracie, whose skills didn’t translate at UFC …read more

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Power Slap Is ‘#1 In All Sports’ Above NFL, NBA, NHL, F-1, WWE Combined

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UFC president and Power Slap owner Dana White says his slap league isn’t just doing well, it’s …read more

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Dana White explains Khamzat Chimaev’s lengthy hiatus from the UFC: “He’s got stuff going on in his personal life”

UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev’s lengthy absence from the Octagon. For the last few years, Khamzat Chimaev has been seen as one of the …read more

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Dana White reacts to Burns vs. Muhammad, confirms Belal is next for the winner of Colby Covington vs. Leon Edwards

UFC President Dana White has given his reaction to the Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns fight. Muhammad and Burns shared the Octagon inside the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey …read more

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Dana White reacts to Kron Gracie’s UFC 288 performance: ‘It was like coming out of a time capsule in 1995’

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Kron Gracie did not have a good night at UFC 288, and his days may be numbered …read more

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Sean O’Malley calls Merab Dvalishili ‘a little goofball’ after altercation; Dana White says faceoff was ‘bad idea’

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A volatile situation could have easily ended much worse after Sean O’Malley was invited into the octagon …read more

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Dana White reveals likely timeline, location for Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley

NEWARK, N.J. – Dana White says he doesn’t typically make fights the night of an event, but Saturday was an exception.
Following the conclusion of UFC 288 and the faceoff between …read more

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Dana White open to Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev – only at middleweight

Dana White is willing to consider Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev under one condition.
In a recent interview with ESPN, former welterweight champion Usman (20-3 MMA, 15-2 UFC) said he likes the idea …read more

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Dana White explains Khamzat Chimaev’s continued UFC absence: ‘He’s got stuff going on in his personal life’

UFC president, Dana White has confirmed that streaking welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev is currently dealing with “stuff in his personal life” amid his continued absence from the Octagon. 

Chimaev, the current …read more

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White Downplays McGregor’s BKFC 41 Takeover

Some folks believed Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president, Dana White, would be upset about Conor McGregor crashing BKFC 41 last weekend in Broomfield, Colo., but instead the combat promoter is …read more

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Posted on May 6, 2023, 1:17 am By
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Dana White takes aim at Jake Paul for boxing Nate Diaz: “As soon as he loses, he goes back to a 40-year-old MMA fighter”

Dana White isn’t a fan of Jake Paul boxing Nate Diaz. On August 5 in Dallas, Texas, Paul and Diaz are set to headline a boxing pay-per-view on DAZN. It …read more

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Fresh Ink: Meet the 6 fighters the UFC signed in April 2023

The UFC roster is bigger than ever – and it continues to expand.
Fresh faces appear on nearly every card, whether onboarded as short-notice opening fillers, Dana White’s Contender Series signees, …read more

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Dana White on Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz: 'It's just not what I'm into. It's not my thing'

Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz is a hard sell for Dana White.
Diaz amicably parted ways with the UFC after he fought out his contract and already has been booked for …read more

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Dana White reveals backup fighter for Amanda Nunes vs Irene Aldana at UFC 289

Dana White has revealed there will be a backup fighter for the UFC 289 main event between Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana. On Tuesday, White revealed that Pena was out …read more

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