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Dana White revives fan-favourite UFC format to ignite multibillion-dollar Paramount+ deal

UFC is reviving a familiar format this week as it looks ahead to what could be the most significant year in its history. Following next weekend’s card in Las Vegas, the promotion is set for a break of more than a month, marking the transition from ESPN to their new $7.7billion deal with Paramount+.

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Dana White will bring back popular UFC format to launch $7.7billion Paramount+ deal this Friday

Dana White is bringing back a classic UFC staple this week to launch arguably the biggest year in company history. When next weekend’s UFC Vegas event is over, the promotion will go over a month without an event as they prepare for the transition from ESPN to their $7.7billion Paramount+ deal.

Mike Tyson Sends Letter to Congress Supporting Dana White’s Boxing Takeover

With backing from boxing legend Mike Tyson, Dana White’s TKO boxing banner is poised for greater recognition. White has long aimed to rebuild the sport the way he reshaped MMA, seeking clear matchmaking, solid structure, and fewer promoter power plays, and Tyson might just be the golden ticket to make it happen.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 1

UFC Finally Picks Fight of the Month After $500,000 Snub

Dana White runs a multi-billion-dollar promotion, but when it comes to paying UFC fighters, Jake Paul called him a “greedy b–ch” and the “most capitalistic

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30

How Dana White plans to tackle the UFC’s eye poke problem in 2026

Dana White is hoping he can solve the UFC’s eye poke problem in the near future. The UFC boss doesn’t believe he’ll ever be able to eradicate the debilitating foul from MMA.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30

Francis Ngannou seemingly addresses Dana White’s comments in first post since physical altercation claims

Some big claims were recently made about Francis Ngannou’s time in the UFC. It has been no secret in recent years that Dana White doesn’t see eye-to-eye with the former UFC heavyweight champion.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30

Tom Aspinall is not happy with Dana White claiming ‘he didn’t want to continue’ at UFC 321

Tom Aspinall has posted his first video reflecting on what happened at UFC 321 last month. In his first defense of the undisputed UFC heavyweight title, the champion couldn’t continue after being simultaneously poked in both eyes by Ciryl Gane.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Legendary 170 lbs Champ Reveals Rare Dana White Deal That Could’ve Changed the UFC Landscape

Arman Tsarukyan believed he deserved a title shot if he won against Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar. However, despite emerging victorious, the Armenian fighter was stripped of the opportunity to fight Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Arman Tsarukyan Sparks Self-Sabotage Concerns After New Dig at Dana White Over UFC 324 Snub

Just how much more indignation can Arman Tsarukyan take from the UFC and Dana White? Judging by his latest social media antic, he’s already at the last straw.

MMA News / HITC / November 30

UFC co-founder questions how Dana White’s focus may shift after Paramount+ deal

One of the sport’s founding figures believes “a lot of things are going to change” for the UFC in the near future. 2026 will mark the start of the promotion’s new $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount+, replacing their long-standing pay-per-view model with a subscription-based approach.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 30

Dana White’s Polarizing Decision to Book Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje Defended by UFC Legend

UFC CEO Dana White‘s recent announcement for UFC 324 has stirred conversation about who deserves a shot at the interim lightweight belt. At the center of the debate is Arman Tsarukyan, a top-ranked lightweight contender who many believed would be next in line.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

$43.5M Gambler Slams Dana White, Reveals Evidence Disproving His Casino Ban Denial

Dana White might be the guy who helped turn the UFC from a dying $2 million company into a multi-billion dollar machine, but that doesn’t mean the company president is free from vices.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 29

Ex-UFC Star Promises Major Style Change to Regain Dana White’s Trust in Comeback Bid

UFC CEO Dana White has doubled down on his no-nonsense approach to running the promotion. In his effort to keep the multibillion-dollar organization competitive, he has not hesitated to part ways with controversial or underperforming fighters.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 29

Lerone Murphy could copy one of Dana White’s favorite fighters to aid title chances after UFC 325 snub

Lerone Murphy has more work to do before challenging for UFC gold. Dana White caused uproar when he announced which title fights will kick off 2026 for the leading promotion in mixed martial arts.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 29

Dana White ruined top contender’s plan to break Khamzat Chimaev record by booking his UFC 324 return

A heavyweight had history in his sights before the UFC 324 announcements. Dana White revealed which fighters will be tasked with kicking off the promotion’s new Paramount+ era on Thursday, as he announced the main events for both UFC 324 and UFC 325.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 27

Major Blow for Dana White as Ilia Topuria Won’t Kickstart UFC’s $7.7 Billion Deal With Paramount+ in 2026

The January UFC card was billed as one of the most anticipated events of next year, serving as the first main card under the new UFC-Paramount+ partnership.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / November 18

Dana White Speaks on Jon Jones at UFC White House Event

The upcoming UFC White House card is designed to be a historic spectacle for the promotion. President Donald Trump's announcement of the event has sparked a wave of call-outs from fighters eager to secure a spot on the prestigious card.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / November 15

Dana White Raises Stakes for UFC 322 Main Event

UFC 322 features a strong mix of rising talent and two major top-end clashes. Dana White sparks debate with new comments about the pound-for-pound race.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 5

Dana White Confirms FBI Involvement in Isaac Dulgarian Betting Scandal

UFC CEO Dana White confirmed Tuesday that the organization has involved the FBI in the investigation surrounding the suspicious betting activity and subsequent release of featherweight fighter Isaac Dulgarian, who suffered a controversial first-round loss at UFC Vegas 110.

MMA News / Field Level Media / November 5

Dana White: UFC met with FBI over suspicious betting activity

With the UFC potentially facing its second betting scandal in the past three years, CEO Dana White told TMZ on Tuesday that the promotion is in close contact with the FBI after heavily favored featherweight Isaac Dulgarian lost on Saturday at UFC Vegas 110.