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Dana White criticized for fueling hate from Tom Aspinall’s ‘trolls’ by ex-UFC fighter Brendan Schaub

Dana White caused a stir with his reaction to the UFC 321 no-contest. The UFC president did not appear sympathetic toward Tom Aspinall after what the UFC heavyweight champion endured in Abu Dhabi.

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Conor McGregor Hints at UFC Return in Deleted Tweet Ahead of Historic White House Card

With just a few months to go before what could be the biggest event in UFC history, it appears Conor McGregor is finally on board for his long-awaited Octagon return.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 18

Dana White Urged to Ditch Ilia Topuria as Rousey vs Carano Threats UFC White House Card

This year, Dana White and the UFC team are pushing to make the ambitious White House card a reality. Hyping up the fans, the head honcho has already revealed that two different cards have been built, one waiting on approval from Donald Trump.

Dana White News / MyMMANews.com / February 17

Dana White can elevate boxing to UFC level, says boxing legend Amir Khan

British boxing legend Amir Khan sat down with Hard Rock Bet to discuss the current heavyweight landscape as Tyson Fury prepares to return to the ring against Arslanbek Makhmudov.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / February 17

Ronda Rousey Will Fight in 2026: Opponent, Date, Location

Jake Paul’s promotional company, Most Valuable Promotions, and Netflix officially confirmed via X on Feb. 17 that Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will headline the first-ever MMA event streamed live on the platform on Saturday, May 16, at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 17

Dana White Says White House Card Is Built, Meeting With President Trump Set to Finalize Plans

LAS VEGAS — The UFC’s ambitious White House event is no longer just a concept.According to UFC CEO Dana White, the fight card itself has already been assembled.

Dana White News / The Body Lock / February 17

Sean O’Malley Fears Missing UFC’s Historic White House Event

Sean O’Malley says he hasn’t received any call from UFC about fighting at the White House event on June 14, 2026 Dana White confirmed matchmaking meetings

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16

Tom Aspinall Gets Insider’s Backing as Dana White’s Stance Fuels UFC Title Uncertainty

Dubai, London, Las Vegas—none of it matters if the champion can’t see clearly. And that is where the tension lies. Months after a title contest ended in chaos, the talk about Tom Aspinall hasn’t stopped.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16

Sean O’Malley doubts that he’s on the White House card after hearing nothing from the UFC

There have been some big updates about the Octagon’s arrival at the White House in June. Dana White announced last week that they’d start booking the card in the matchmaker meeting that took place on February 10.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16

Dana White details conversations with Maxx Crosby and Jaylen Brown about potential UFC cross-over

UFC boss Dana White is open to the idea of Maxx Crosby and Jaylen Brown fighting under the UFC banner. Things aren’t looking very good for the UFC heavyweight division at the moment, despite it historically being the most popular division in the sport.

Dana White Calls Eddie Hearn Part of Boxing’s Problem

Dana White called Eddie Hearn part of boxing’s problem after Hearn criticized Zuffa Boxing’s new championship belt as “cringey” White said Hearn lacks

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16

UFC Schedule Takes a Hit as Dana White Shifts Focus to White House

On January 24, the promotion returned with UFC 324 after taking nearly a seven-week break to plan the year. The event followed three successful shows, including an overseas event in Australia, UFC 325.

Dana White Fires Back At Oscar De La Hoya, Eddie Hearn After Zuffa Boxing 03

Dana White does not believe he's just acclimated to the boxing world; he feels he is already dominating it. The UFC CEO faced significant backlash when he initially announced his plan to make a second attempt in boxing, which he believes has been a resounding success after just three events.

MMA News / HITC / February 16

Dana White brags about early Zuffa Boxing success against competitors, ‘I’m beating up…’

Dana White says his early experience in professional boxing has been so dominant that he likened the competition to “beating up babies.” The UFC president made the comment during the post-fight press conference for Zuffa Boxing 03 while reflecting on his promotion’s entry into the sport.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16

Adin Ross Goes Against Dana White by Offering Controversial Steamer Trip to Khabib’s Dagestan Gym

For someone like Adin Ross, a trip to Dagestan is an opportunity to gain exposure and traction; for a dedicated MMA star like Islam Makhachev, it’s a platform to share knowledge about their native region.

MMA News / HITC / February 16

Dana White sparks confusion after UFC White House card ‘done’ claim

Dana White has confirmed the UFC card at the White House and is promising something out of the ordinary for fans – but not without a hefty price tag attached.

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MMA News / HITC / February 16

Dana White reveals shock at how simple his boxing takeover has been, calls rivals ‘babies’

Dana White was feeling confident after his third Zuffa Boxing event wrapped up on Sunday night. The UFC CEO delivered a card packed with knockouts, headlined by Efe Ajagba stopping former heavyweight world champion Charles Martin at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16

Dana White surprised by how easy his boxing takeover has been: ‘I’m beating up babies’

Dana White was in a bullish mood after his third Zuffa Boxing show on Sunday night. The UFC CEO provided a night of knockouts, topped off by Efe Ajagba stopping ex-heavyweight world champion Charles Martin at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

MMA News / HITC / February 16

Dana White confirms UFC White House card is set, but then claims he must discuss it with officials

Dana White has stated that the UFC’s proposed White House card is effectively set, before later clarifying that discussions with officials are still pending.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16

Dana White confirms UFC White House card is complete but refuses to announce fights: ‘So expensive’

Dana White has promised an event ‘so unique, so special’ but ultimately expensive after finalizing the UFC White House card this week. UFC CEO White has been in the infamous ‘war room’ this week as the promotion plots an historic night on June 14 in Washington, DC.