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Justin Gaethje’s manager admits Dana White ‘was not lying’ about pre-UFC 324 pay offer being ignored

Confusion continues to surround why Justin Gaethje’s pay was not increased for UFC 324. The fan favorite became a two-time interim UFC lightweight champion at the promotion’s very first event of 2026.

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Dana White Blocks McGregor’s White House Return – Here’s the Real Reason

Dana White has ruled out Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler for the June 14 White House UFC event The White House card has no pay-per-view, gate revenue,

MMA News / HITC / January 27

Conor McGregor’s return timeline questioned as complications surround UFC White House

There is a real chance the UFC might choose to bring Conor McGregor back somewhere other than at the White House event this year. It has been nearly five years since McGregor last stepped inside the Octagon, when he broke his leg in his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / January 27

Dana White awards snubbed UFC featherweight with Performance of the Year for brutal KO win

UFC boss Dana White’s picks for the end of 2025 awards have been announced, with there being a few surprising recipients. Ahead of a new year in the premier promotion, UFC boss Dana White has been attempting to build some hype over the last few weeks with a mini media tour.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Dana White’s Conor McGregor Dilemma Worsens as Insider Shares Key UFC White House Event Detail

UFC megastar Conor McGregor continues to keep the MMA world guessing about his return to the Octagon. Both McGregor and Michael Chandler are pushing hard to appear on the card, driven by a rivalry that began in 2023.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 27

Ex-UFC star tells Dana White how he should ‘reward’ Justin Gaethje for his UFC 324 title win

Talk has already turned to who Justin Gaethje could fight next. ‘The Highlight’ will still be celebrating after he became a two-time interim UFC lightweight champion at this past Saturday’s debut event on Paramount+.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 27

Dana White gains support for his Arman Tsarukyan stance after shocking new detail about face-off headbutt

Arman Tsarukyan may have done more damage than first thought. The top lightweight contender was forced to watch from the crowd this past Saturday as the latest title fight at 155 pounds played out at UFC 324 in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 27

Arman Tsarukyan Apologizes to Dana White While Pushing for UFC Title Shot

Despite Arman Tsarukyan winning the Dan Hooker fight, which Dana White called a title eliminator, he still looked past for the UFC 324 interim title fight.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Dana White’s $31 Million Bonus Move Under Scrutiny in $1.1 Billion UFC-Paramount Debate

When Dana White announced the UFC’s new bonus structure, it was supposed to feel like a win. A tangible sign that the promotion’s landmark partnership with Paramount would finally trickle down to the fighters.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 26

'I'm Not Doing This Again' Dana White Reveals Why He Cancelled UFC 324 Fight

UFC 324, the organization's historic inaugural event on Paramount+, made a monumental splash with a night of unforgettable action headlined by Justin Gaethje's

Dana White News / MMA Weekly / January 26

Betting suspicion rocks UFC once again, Dana White forced into action

Though always present, sports betting has recently become a serious issue around the world. Betting lines are being rigged for financial benefit, and Dana White has finally hit his boiling point.

MMA News / HITC / January 26

Dana White proven wrong as UFC veteran shares post-fight bonus receipts

UFC 324 introduced a new system for handing out post-fight bonuses, marking a significant change in how fighters are rewarded inside the Octagon. He later explained that the UFC was not quite ready to roll out increased bonus payments to start the promotion’s new era.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 26

UFC Doubles Post-Fight Bonuses to $100,000 Under New Paramount Deal

The UFC’s new broadcast era is officially bringing bigger paydays at least when it comes to bonuses. In the hours following the finalization of the promotion’s seven-year, $7.7 billion broadcast agreement with Paramount.

Eddie Hearn pokes fun at Dana White’s first Zuffa Boxing event with cheeky remarks

Eddie Hearn did not hold back from taking a few jabs at Zuffa Boxing’s debut on Friday night, doing so in his typical, understated way. Dana White stepped into the boxing world with his first major event at the Meta Apex, where Callum Walsh beat Carlos Ocampo in a quiet headliner.

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UFC CEO Dana White Reveals Sad Reason for UFC Paramount+ Ads During UFC 324

UFC CEO Dana White may still have control over the production of events, but there are some aspects of the new Paramount+ era he has to try and find a happy-medium about.

MMA News / Field Level Media / January 25

UFC 324 bout canceled after betting concerns

A lightweight bout at UFC 324 on Saturday at Las Vegas was canceled because of irregular betting activity, CEO Dana White confirmed. Alexander Hernandez was scheduled to fight Michael Johnson but the bout was pulled before the UFC 324 card began.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 25

UFC Veteran Proves Dana White Was Partly Lying About Secret Bonuses Before Paramount’s $25K Move

At the UFC 324 post-fight interview, Dana White delivered some welcome news for the fighters. Under the Paramount+ CBS era, the UFC president and CEO announced the introduction of new bonuses.

MMA News / HITC / January 25

Dana White responds to complaints about ads during UFC 324 debut on Paramount+

Fan complaints after UFC 324 didn’t go unnoticed, with Dana White responding to the criticism following the event. It was quite a way to kick off the UFC’s new partnership with Paramount, which comes in at $7.7 billion over seven years.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 25

Dana White shares unusual response to Cameron Smotherman collapsing at UFC 324 weigh-ins

Before the first UFC card on Paramount got underway, Cameron Smotherman already made it memorable, though for the wrong reasons. Ahead of his fight on the weekend, the bantamweight passed out after weighing in, causing commotion among the fanbase and prompting a response from Dana White.

MMA News / HITC / January 24

Dana White unveils new UFC bonuses including extra finish reward ahead of UFC 324

The UFC is shaking things up as the promotion gears up for its first event on Paramount+. Now, with just hours to go before their opening card of 2026, final face-offs for UFC 324 are done and dusted.

MMA News / KO on SI / January 24

Dana White Gives Honest Assessment Of First Zuffa Boxing Event

Dana White's boxing venture began on Friday night in Las Vegas, Nevada, as Callum Walsh defeated Carlos Ocampo via unanimous decision in the main event.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Dana White Reveals He Rooted Against UFC Fighter: Speculations on Who It Is

Dana White has built the UFC into a global powerhouse with a combination of brash promotion and a relentless drive to professionalize MMA. As the public

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 23

Dana White Reveals The Key Traits A Fighter Needs To Become A UFC Superstar

Many fighters enter the company, compete, and some beat everyone, but still never reach superstar status. Others rise to the top because of their antics, fighting skills, and overall presence.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 22

Dana White Reveals How UFC Will Evolve Alongside MMA With Paramount+ Deal

UFC 324 is only two days away and UFC CEO Dana White says he's starting to feel it. Sitting down with Las Vegas Weekly, White said he is excited to begin a new era on Paramount+ to bring fans, new and old, to the forefront of a sport (MMA) and a brand (UFC) that is continuing to grow.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 22

Justin Gaethje sounds off on fighter pay ahead of UFC 324: 'It’s not right'

LAS VEGAS — Justin Gaethje has never been afraid of violence inside the Octagon. This week, he showed he’s also unafraid of a topic many UFC fighters tiptoe around: money.