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UFC 318 star offered Dana White a $1 million bet that he’d beat the UFC champ before losing debut to a contender

UFC 318 star Patricio Pitbull was so confident in his chances of beating the UFC’s best that he was even ready to wager $1 million with Dana White. Pitbull faces Dan Ige at UFC 318 in his return to action this Saturday.

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Joe Rogan reveals how ‘maniac’ Dana White plays key role in his UFC future as he misses first US show in years

Joe Rogan has confirmed the long-standing report that his UFC contract includes a clause which will see him instantly leave along with Dana White. The duo have been close friends for decades since Rogan first agreed to commentate on UFC events after White took over the promotion with the Fertitta Brothers.

Dana White News / FirstSportz / July 18

Dana White Learned His Daughter’s Ear Got Ripped in Half During a UFC Fight

Dana White has dedicated more than twenty years of his life to making UFC the biggest MMA promotion in the world. Despite getting older, White always ensures his presence at all major UFC events, handling important responsibilities.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / July 17

UFC 318 ‘animal’ has won just twice in seven years since Dana White tipped him to be the next big star

UFC 318 could mark a crossroads for one underperforming contender who was once tipped for great things by Dana White. Mixed martial arts’ leading promotion is currently back in Louisiana for the first time in over a decade, and for good reason.

Dana White News / MMA Weekly / July 17

Dana White promises 'best UFC card ever' for White House 2026

The UFC at the White House may be the most ambitious move in the sport's history, but Dana White has promised fans that they can expect the best event he's capable of producing.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 17

Dana White bows out to give Daniel Cormier a key role at the UFC 318 press conference

Dana White was front and center during the UFC 318 pre-fight press conference. Throughout 2025, the UFC boss has been criticized by fans for skipping pre-event festivities.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 17

UFC 318’s Exciting Main Card Capped by Fond Farewell Saturday

UFC 318 fight week rolls on. Saturday evening, the second show of 2025’s seventh month sees Dana White and company travel to the French Quarter in New Orleans for the UFC’s latest pay-per-view extravaganza.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

Joe Rogan on initially turning down Dana White’s offer to commentate in the UFC… ‘They were $40 million in the hole’

When Dana White first offered Joe Rogan a role in the UFC, the icon initially turned it down because of one reason. Joe Rogan has been a staple in the UFC since 1997, watching the promotion grow into the combat sports powerhouse that it is today.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

‘Not at all’… Dana White shuts down any idea that he’ll have to grant Max Holloway the same dream as Dustin Poirier

The UFC made a rare exception for one of the most beloved fighters on the roster but this won’t be a regular occurrence going forward. Dustin Poirier announced his retirement ahead of time before UFC 318 was confirmed to be his last dance.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 16

UFC CEO Dana White says White House event will be 'the best card we've ever done'

When President Donald Trump announced that the White House grounds would host a UFC event on July 4th next year, the biggest names in the sport began lobbying

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 16

Dana White teases global shift for UFC’s next broadcast deal

UFC CEO Dana White is set for world domination. The fighting mogul has a stranglehold on MMA and now makes his mark in Jiu Jitsu and boxing. White promotes arguably the biggest fight in recent memory, Canelo vs.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 16

Dana White Vows to Outclass $20 Million+ Noche Event at The Sphere with White House UFC Card

From finding no venues to hold his UFC fights to the White House, CEO Dana White has come a long way. It originally started after President Donald Trump officially announced the historic White House UFC event during next year’s Independence Day celebrations.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 16

Dana White shares controversial opinion on Derrick Lewis' 35-second knockout win

Derrick Lewis secured another stoppage on Saturday night, extending his UFC knockout record to 16. However, not everyone believes the fight should have been stopped.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 15

Dana White teases Jon Jones, Conor McGregor UFC White House card

UFC CEO and president Dana White teased the return of former champions Jon Jones and Conor McGregor on the UFC White House card next year. The premier

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 15

Dana White calls UFC White House event ‘the Sphere on steroids’ in huge tease for unprecedented fight card

UFC CEO Dana White is all-in on hosting an event at The White House. The UFC is less than a year removed from its historic UFC 306 card at the Las Vegas Sphere, and UFC CEO Dana White has another one-off event already in the works.

$500 Million Man Dana White Got Turned Down from Acquiring Mike Tyson’s Prized Possessions

Mike Tyson is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and legendary fighters in the entire history of professional combat sports. As the youngest ever heavyweight boxing champion, Tyson’s raw power and brutal aggression made him an unstoppable force during his prime.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 15

UFC trending towards a more global broadcast partner per Dana White

One of the major stories in combat sports this year is the UFC and their broadcast deal. The biggest MMA promotion in the world’s current deal with ESPN is up at the end of the year and the promotion has been negotiating with several potential partners since the exclusive negotiating window with ESPN ended back in the spring.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 15

How Dana White is One Michael Jordan Signature Away from $5 Million

Michael Jordan has built a $3.5 billion fortune for himself. Most of that is made up of the proceeds from the sale of the Charlotte Hornets, as well as the checks he receives from Nike for the brand that features his name and silhouette.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 14

UFC CEO Dana White reacts to controversial Derrick Lewis stoppage

UFC CEO Dana White isn't overthinking the controversial finish between Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira at UFC Nashville. The July 12 Fight Night concluded with a signature Lewis knockout, extending his UFC knockout record to sixteen.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 14

Dana White says historic UFC event sold out in 'one minute'

UFC CEO Dana White alleges that the promotion's foray into China later this year has already been a commercial success. The UFC hasn't been in mainland China since 2019, and announced the news earlier this year that they'd be visiting Shanghai for a Fight Night event on August 23.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 14

Despite Messy UFC Exit, Dana White Aided Controversial Ex-Flyweight with Medical Expense After Car Crash

Dana White and Muhammad Mokaev didn’t have the best of working relationships by any means. However, per recent reports, yet again, it didn’t hinder the UFC boss from helping the fighter when in need.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Dana White Confirms UFC White House Event Details

United States President Donald Trump recently floated the idea of a UFC event that takes place on the White House grounds in 2026. The proposed event, which would celebrate the country’s 250th independence anniversary, sounds almost logistically impossible and borderline ridiculous.

MMA News / Action Network / July 7

Dana White Hits $1.2 Million Casino Jackpot in Las Vegas

When it comes to excitement and high stakes, Dana White is no stranger. Known globally as the driving force behind the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and Power Slap events, Dana White has been pivotal in transforming the UFC into a leading brand in mixed martial arts.