UFC president Dana White eyes 9 May return, event to feature at least two title bouts
4 years, 11 months ago

UFC president Dana White eyes 9 May return, event to feature at least two title bouts

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The UFC is aiming to stage a fight card at an undisclosed location on 9 May featuring at least two title bouts, the promotion’s president Dana White has told its broadcast partner ESPN. White cancelled the proposed UFC 249 event last week, which was due to take place on 18 April. ESPN are now reporting that Tony Ferguson will face Justin Gaethje in an interim lightweight title fight at an undisclosed location on 9 May instead. When asked by Reuters to confirm the title fights, the UFC responded in an email that they had no further comment “aside from what Dana has said to ESPN”.

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UFC CEO Dana White swears off political campaigns after helping Donald Trump win – What he said will shock you
3 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC CEO Dana White swears off political campaigns after helping Donald Trump win – What he said will shock you

Live Mint  

In a dramatic turn, just days after securing his victory in the Presidential election, Donald Trump made his way back to Madison Square Garden for the Ultimate Fighting Championship event, UFC 309. The former president entered the arena to flanked by some of his incoming cabinet picks, and UFC CEO Dana White. Dana White: From campaign supporter to political disillusionment …

‘Gross and disgusting’: UFC boss Dana White slams politics after helping Trump win
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Gross and disgusting’: UFC boss Dana White slams politics after helping Trump win

Hindustan Times  

UFC boss Dana White is officially done with politics. CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship Dana White, US President-elect Donald Trump, singer Kid Rock and Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk pose for a photo as they attend UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York, on November 16, 2024. Dana White officially done with politics After throwing his weight …

Donald Trump will attend UFC 309 in New York and reunite with Dana White after election win, claims fighter
4 months, 1 week ago

Donald Trump will attend UFC 309 in New York and reunite with Dana White after election win, claims fighter

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump appears set to make a return to the octagon this weekend for the first time since the 2024 Presidential election. The president-elect will reportedly attend UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night after defeating Kamala Harris at the Ballot box last week. MMA fighter Bo Nickal revealed that Trump reportedly told him that he will be …

Dana White reveals what Donald Trump does on his private jet every weekend
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dana White reveals what Donald Trump does on his private jet every weekend

Daily Mail  

Dana White has revealed that fight obsessed Donald Trump calls him most Saturday nights to talk about UFC events. White recently revealed that Trump even called him just an hour before September's debate against vice president Kamala Harris. Dana White has revealed Donald Trump calls him most Saturday nights to talk about UFC fights 'People don't realize how big of …

Dana White challenges Canelo Álvarez: I’ll take one of his Vegas dates
6 months, 1 week ago

Dana White challenges Canelo Álvarez: I’ll take one of his Vegas dates

LA Times  

Canelo Álvarez was featured in his first Las Vegas fight in 2010 when he was just 19 years old. The Jalisco native will once again headline the Mexican Independence Day weekend fight card at T-Mobile Arena, the same venue where UFC president Dana White wanted to host Noche UFC. Seeking to commemorate the “Mexican fighting spirit,” White wanted T-Mobile Arena …

Dana White reveals when Conor McGregor will make his UFC return after multiple injury setbacks
6 months, 1 week ago

Dana White reveals when Conor McGregor will make his UFC return after multiple injury setbacks

Daily Mail  

Former two-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor will not return to the octagon this year, according to Dana White. McGregor's last UFC fight was his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021. Conor McGregor pictured at UFC 264 in 2021 after losing his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier UFC CEO Dana White declared this week: 'Conor McGregor …

UFC Says Conor McGregor Won't Return to Action This Year; Fighter Responds Back
7 months, 1 week ago

UFC Says Conor McGregor Won't Return to Action This Year; Fighter Responds Back

News 18  

Following UFC president Dana White’s announcement that Conor McGregor will not be returning to the Octagon this year, the former two-division champion expressed his displeasure on social media and offered a possible return date. Although he’s been lined up for a matchup with Michael Chandler since early 2023, their fight, originally scheduled for June 29 at UFC 303, was cancelled …

Conor McGregor responds after Dana White confirms setback to UFC return
7 months, 1 week ago

Conor McGregor responds after Dana White confirms setback to UFC return

The Independent  

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Jon Jones makes UFC demand to Dana White after controversial rule changed
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Jon Jones makes UFC demand to Dana White after controversial rule changed

The Independent  

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UFC president Dana White hints at Conor McGregor return date amid recovery from injury
8 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC president Dana White hints at Conor McGregor return date amid recovery from injury

The Independent  

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Conor McGregor's return is 'extremely unlikely to go ahead' and Dana White is 'actively negotiating to find a replacement', insider claims - despite UFC posting promo for the fight TODAY
9 months, 1 week ago

Conor McGregor's return is 'extremely unlikely to go ahead' and Dana White is 'actively negotiating to find a replacement', insider claims - despite UFC posting promo for the fight TODAY

Daily Mail  

Award-winning MMA journalist Ariel Helwani reported that Conor McGregor's return fight at UFC 303 is 'extremely unlikely' to take place. Ariel Helwani reported that Conor McGregor's return at UFC 303 is looking 'extremely unlikely' UFC chief Dana White is yet to give an update amid all the skepticism surrounding the fight While there has not been a word directly from …

Dana White reveals HUGE fight involving Ian Garry on UFC 303 card topped by Conor McGregor, with undefeated Irishman facing hardest test yet
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Dana White reveals HUGE fight involving Ian Garry on UFC 303 card topped by Conor McGregor, with undefeated Irishman facing hardest test yet

Daily Mail  

The UFC have announced that Ian Garry will return to action at UFC 303 next month. UFC president Dana White revealed Garry will face fellow welterweight contender Michael 'Venom' Page, and that a press conference for the event will be held in Dublin on June 3. A welterweight clash between Ian Garry and Michael 'Venom' Page has been announced for …

UFC: Dana White confirms Manchester as location of upcoming UK event
11 months, 1 week ago

UFC: Dana White confirms Manchester as location of upcoming UK event

The Independent  

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Dana White offers Conor McGregor update after UFC star voices frustration
1 year, 2 months ago

Dana White offers Conor McGregor update after UFC star voices frustration

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UFC president Dana White pours cold water on Conor McGregor comeback
1 year, 3 months ago

UFC president Dana White pours cold water on Conor McGregor comeback

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Dana White provides update over Tom Aspinall’s next UFC move
1 year, 3 months ago

Dana White provides update over Tom Aspinall’s next UFC move

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UFC 295: Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic called off, fans upset as Dana White unveils new main event
1 year, 4 months ago

UFC 295: Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic called off, fans upset as Dana White unveils new main event

Hindustan Times  

UFC 295 is all set to take place at Madison Square Garden, in New York City on November 11. The original main event was supposed to be a title fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. Dana White announced, “Here we are again, Jon Jones was training last, night got injured. He’s out.” Jon Jones won't be fighting Stipe Miocic …

Jon Jones out of UFC 295 as Dana White announces new heavyweight title fight
1 year, 4 months ago

Jon Jones out of UFC 295 as Dana White announces new heavyweight title fight

The Independent  

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Major UFC announcement hints at Conor McGregor return date
1 year, 5 months ago

Major UFC announcement hints at Conor McGregor return date

The Independent  

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Dana White offers update on Conor McGregor opponent amid Justin Gaethje feud
1 year, 7 months ago

Dana White offers update on Conor McGregor opponent amid Justin Gaethje feud

The Independent  

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UFC: Fights dates, location, main events announced for August-September; Road to UFC semifinal on Aug 27
1 year, 9 months ago

UFC: Fights dates, location, main events announced for August-September; Road to UFC semifinal on Aug 27

The Hindu  

Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White announced dates, Locations and main event bouts for upcoming fights In August And September via UFC’s social channels on Friday. Next on the list is an August 26 fight night in Singapore which will feature former featherweight champion and future UFC Hall of Fame member Max Holloway taking on “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung …

Dana White: UFC 285 winner will face Stipe Miocic next
2 years ago

Dana White: UFC 285 winner will face Stipe Miocic next

The Hindu  

The winner of the UFC 285 battle for the vacant heavyweight championship between Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane already knows what awaits next: a matchup with two-time heavyweight champ Stipe Miocic. UFC president Dana White made the announcement on Friday in Las Vegas ahead of the UFC 285 card on Saturday. “ absolutely the next one,” White said, “so whoever …

Nate Diaz: UFC president Dana White reflects on icon’s legacy
2 years, 6 months ago

Nate Diaz: UFC president Dana White reflects on icon’s legacy

The Independent  

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Eddie Hearn reveals talks with UFC boss Dana White over Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk date clash
2 years, 10 months ago

Eddie Hearn reveals talks with UFC boss Dana White over Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk date clash

The Independent  

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Dana White confirms plan for Conor McGregor’s UFC return
3 years, 1 month ago

Dana White confirms plan for Conor McGregor’s UFC return

The Independent  

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Conor McGregor: Dana White offers update on Irishman’s UFC return after broken leg
3 years, 5 months ago

Conor McGregor: Dana White offers update on Irishman’s UFC return after broken leg

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‘We are back!’: UFC president Dana White announces full stadium of fans for blockbuster Florida show
4 years ago

‘We are back!’: UFC president Dana White announces full stadium of fans for blockbuster Florida show

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Dana White is set to meet with Khabib Nurmagomedov in January to discuss potential retirement U-turn
4 years, 3 months ago

Dana White is set to meet with Khabib Nurmagomedov in January to discuss potential retirement U-turn

Daily Mail  

UFC president Dana White is 'confident' he can convince Khabib Nurmagomedov to come out of retirement and return to the Octagon. White claims Khabib could return to competition to achieve 30-0 despite promising his mother her would retire after his third title defence against Justin Gaethje in October at UFC 254. White is set to meet with Nurmagomedov in January …

Dana White reveals UFC have released legendary middleweight Anderson Silva from his contract
4 years, 4 months ago

Dana White reveals UFC have released legendary middleweight Anderson Silva from his contract

Daily Mail  

Anderson Silva has now been released from his UFC contract after announcing his retirement last month, according to president Dana White. While Silva is yet to commit to retirement with one fight remaining on his current contract, White confirmed to TMZ Sports on Thursday that the veteran will not make another appearance in the octagon. Brazilian UFC legend Anderson Silva …

UFC: Tony Ferguson Rants at Dana White over Payment, Asks 'You Don't Like Brown People?'
4 years, 4 months ago

UFC: Tony Ferguson Rants at Dana White over Payment, Asks 'You Don't Like Brown People?'

News 18  

After a long haul, Tony Ferguson has come out and voiced his frustration with Dana White. He and Dana are cool, however, when it comes to money, Ferguson says his value is increased and that must be considered. Dana is convinced with the idea of booking Ferguson against promotional newcomer Chandler, a former Bellator champion serving as a backup for …

Dana White hits out at Conor McGregor after UFC star shares private Instagram messages
4 years, 5 months ago

Dana White hits out at Conor McGregor after UFC star shares private Instagram messages

Daily Mail  

Dana White has accused Conor McGregor of breaking a 'man code' after the Irishman aired private messages between himself and the UFC chief, before the MMA star told the 51-year-old to 'stop lying'. Dana White has hit out at Conor McGregor after the star shared private Instagram messages McGregor ranted on Twitter about his decision to quit UFC, posting a …

UFC: Dana White reveals Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz rematch is 'in the works'
4 years, 6 months ago

UFC: Dana White reveals Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz rematch is 'in the works'

Daily Mail  

A rematch between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz is in the pipeline, revealed UFC president Dana White. A medical stoppage due to nasty cuts around Diaz's eye forced a stoppage and led to Masvidal winning the BMF belt in their highly-anticipated first encounter. Jorge Masvidal could rematch Nate Diaz towards the end of this year Diaz suffered cuts in the …

UFC boss White hasn't spoken to McGregor about next fight
4 years, 9 months ago

UFC boss White hasn't spoken to McGregor about next fight

The Hindu  

Dana White said he has not talked to Conor McGregor about his next fight, while the UFC president believes Mike Tyson has something "lined up" ahead of his reported boxing return. McGregor has been vocal on social media, calling out Justin Gaethje earlier this month after the American dominated Tony Ferguson at UFC 249 behind closed doors in Jacksonville, Florida. …

UFC's successful return could provide blueprint for other pro leagues during coronavirus pandemic
4 years, 10 months ago

UFC's successful return could provide blueprint for other pro leagues during coronavirus pandemic

Firstpost  

UFC 249 could serve as a blueprint for other sports leagues around the country and the world as they start to resume during a global pandemic. It’s been challenging and I’ve enjoyed the whole game of it, if you will.” White and the UFC look like the big winners following their rousing show at Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, an …

Dana White on staging UFC 249: Bottom line is the system worked
4 years, 10 months ago

Dana White on staging UFC 249: Bottom line is the system worked

The Hindu  

Dana White declared "the system worked" after staging UFC 249, clearing the way for professional sports to "come back safely" amid the coronavirus pandemic. We live in a different world than we did two months ago, and the bottom line is the system worked," he said in the post-event press conference. We are going to prove by next Saturday that …

Trump congratulates UFC for holding fight event despite coronavirus pandemic: ‘We need our sports back’
4 years, 10 months ago

Trump congratulates UFC for holding fight event despite coronavirus pandemic: ‘We need our sports back’

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UFC 249 ushers in fan-free sports era amid COVID-19 pandemic
4 years, 10 months ago

UFC 249 ushers in fan-free sports era amid COVID-19 pandemic

The Hindu  

Kicks, punches and grunts echoed through the empty arena. Blood, sweat, swollen eyelids and face masks signaled the return of UFC, the first major sporting event to resume since coronavirus shuttered much of the country for nearly two months. Nearly five hours after President Trump congratulated UFC for restarting the sports world, Justin Gaethje stunned heavily favored Tony Ferguson in …

Coronavirus: Conor McGregor ready to fight on 'Fight Island' – UFC boss White
4 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus: Conor McGregor ready to fight on 'Fight Island' – UFC boss White

The Hindu  

UFC president Dana White said Conor McGregor is "ready to go" as the Irish star eyes a bout on 'Fight Island' amid the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 has brought sport and the UFC to a standstill but mixed martial arts will return in Florida, where Tony Ferguson and Justin Gaethje will headline UFC 249 behind closed doors on Saturday. READ | …

Column: Why Dana White is staging UFC 249 amid coronavirus
4 years, 10 months ago

Column: Why Dana White is staging UFC 249 amid coronavirus

LA Times  

UFC President Dana White, shown at an August 2019 news conference in China, will stage the first live major professional sports event in the U.S. in nearly two months. “The president’s take on it was we have to get live sports back first,” White said. When my event is over people will see that it can be done safely.” — …

Ferguson vs Gaethje - UFC 249 behind closed doors on May 9
4 years, 10 months ago

Ferguson vs Gaethje - UFC 249 behind closed doors on May 9

The Hindu  

Tony Ferguson and Justin Gaethje are set to do battle behind closed doors in Florida on May 9 in the first of three UFC events in the space of a week. Dana White vowed that UFC 249 would go ahead next month after the event scheduled to take place in Brooklyn last weekend was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. …

Coronavirus Outbreak: UFC 249 cancelled after ESPN, Disney halt promotion plans
4 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: UFC 249 cancelled after ESPN, Disney halt promotion plans

Firstpost  

UFC 249 was cancelled on Thursday after ESPN and parent company Disney stopped UFC President Dana White’s plan to keep fighting amid the coronavirus pandemic. Los Angeles: UFC 249 was cancelled on Thursday after ESPN and parent company Disney stopped UFC President Dana White’s plan to keep fighting amid the coronavirus pandemic. “I love and respect my partnership with them …

UFC 249 canceled, other events postponed indefinitely
4 years, 11 months ago

UFC 249 canceled, other events postponed indefinitely

New York Times  

Despite the organization’s frantic efforts to salvage the fight card, next week’s “UFC 249: Ferguson vs. Gaethje” event has been canceled. UFC President Dana White pulled the plug after “things were taken out of his control,” ESPN.com’s Brett Okamoto reported. UFC officials ultimately planned to move the event to tribal land in Lemoore, Calif., to skirt state and federal restrictions. …

UFC president Dana White says he has secured an island to hold international MMA fights
4 years, 11 months ago

UFC president Dana White says he has secured an island to hold international MMA fights

ABC  

With world sport searching for ways to get around the coronavirus pandemic, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is talking up the possibility of holding fights on a private island. Key points: UFC has not held an event since mid-March amid restrictions on mass gatherings due to coronavirus President Dana White says infrastructure is being built on a private island to allow …

Staging UFC fights amid COVID-19 pandemic is irresponsible
4 years, 11 months ago

Staging UFC fights amid COVID-19 pandemic is irresponsible

LA Times  

Tony Ferguson, right, punches Donald Cerrone during their lightweight mixed martial arts bout at UFC 238 in Chicago on June 8, 2019. The defiance that UFC President Dana White showed this week when announcing Tony Ferguson would fight Justin Gaethje on April 18 was founded in the same us-against-the-world spirit that fueled the rise of what was once a fringe …

Faced with a pandemic, UFC President Dana White sees a challenge only to his ego
5 years ago

Faced with a pandemic, UFC President Dana White sees a challenge only to his ego

New York Times  

One thing you have to appreciate about UFC President Dana White, even if you don’t like it, is that at this stage the man is just so thoroughly himself. People ask about UFC 249, or about how tightening restrictions during an actual pandemic might affect the UFC’s plans, and what White hears is doubt. White has already told us, several …

Coronavirus: Khabib v Ferguson 'will still happen'
5 years ago

Coronavirus: Khabib v Ferguson 'will still happen'

The Hindu  

Khabib Nurmagomedov's lightweight title fight against Tony Ferguson will go ahead despite the next three UFC events being postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Dana White has announced. UFC president White managed to source an alternate location and a replacement for Leon Edwards, who was due to face former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley, which was reportedly Gilbert Burns. Read: Don’t …

Coronavirus pandemic: UFC finally postpones next three scheduled events, confirms president Dana White
5 years ago

Coronavirus pandemic: UFC finally postpones next three scheduled events, confirms president Dana White

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The UFC has postponed its next three scheduled events through 11 April, finally giving up on president Dana White’s plan to keep fighting amid the coronavirus pandemic. Los Angeles: The UFC has postponed its next three scheduled events through 11 April, finally giving up on president Dana White’s plan to keep fighting amid the coronavirus pandemic. Probably not even in …

Coronavirus: UFC president allays Khabib-Ferguson fears
5 years ago

Coronavirus: UFC president allays Khabib-Ferguson fears

The Hindu  

UFC president Dana White said fights will go ahead despite coronavirus and travel restrictions forcing the organisation to seek new venues, as he allayed fears over Khabib Nurmagomedov's upcoming battle with Tony Ferguson. The UFC Fight Night event in London is set to be moved after the United States expanded on travel restrictions to and from Europe, with the United …

UFC president Dana White confirms Conor McGregor is likely to fight winner of Khabib and Ferguson
5 years, 1 month ago

UFC president Dana White confirms Conor McGregor is likely to fight winner of Khabib and Ferguson

Daily Mail  

UFC president Dana White has revealed Conor McGregor's most likely next step following his emphatic comeback victory over Donald Cerrone. McGregor stunned Cerrone within 40 seconds on his stunning return at UFC 246 after 15 months away from the Octagon and he is already seeking his next challenge. And according to White, the Irishman is likely to fight the winner …

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