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Alex Pereira Goes Against Dana White Amid Tom Aspinall Eye Surgery Controversy

Ever since Ciryl Gane accidentally eye-poked Tom Aspinall in the first round of his title defense, fans have questioned whether Aspinall exaggerated his injury.

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Brendan Schaub hits out at Dana White for Tom Aspinall ‘trolls’ after UFC 321 controversy

His comments came after Tom Aspinall suffered an eye poke from Ciryl Gane at UFC 321, a fight that ended in a no-contest. White didn’t appear to show much support for the heavyweight champion after the incident, which took place in Abu Dhabi.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 19

Deen the Great Challenges Dana White After Getting Punched by Ex-UFC Fighter

Deen the Great, aka Nurideen Shabazz, has been garnering all the attention of the combat sports community in the last 24 hours. From an altercation with powerlifter Larry Wheels to getting slapped by former UFC fighter Tiki Ghosn, this has been his tale.

MMA News / HITC / February 19

‘Deen the Great’ apologises for Tiki Ghosn scuffle, calls on Dana White to book grudge match

‘Deen the Great’ speaks out after run-in with ex-UFC fighter Deen the Great has responded following his run-in with a former UFC fighter that went viral online.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19

‘Deen the Great’ issues apology for Tiki Ghosn scuffle, challenges Dana White to book grudge match

‘Deen the Great’ has reacted to his viral run-in with a former UFC fighter. The influencer boxer – real name Nurideen Shabazz – got slapped by Larry Wheels earlier this week.

MMA News / NY Fights / February 19

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 / Bloody Elbow / February 18

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.

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.

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.

MMA News / HITC / February 17

Joaquin Buckley hits out at Dana White over name snub and boxing comments

UFC welterweight Joaquin Buckley has pushed back at recent criticism from Dana White, firing back at his boss after comments made about him. ‘New Mansa’ was last seen in the Octagon losing to former champion Kamaru Usman, marking his first UFC defeat since 2022.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 17

Dana White confirms UFC White House card matchmaking complete, two event options ready

UFC President Dana White has revealed that matchmaking for the historic White House fight card is already finalized, with the promotion preparing multiple event options for what could be one of the most unique venues in mixed martial arts history.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 17

Dana White Breaks Silence on Tom Aspinall UFC Title Vacancy Rumors With Firm Response

Did the UFC release Tom Aspinall over negotiations for the title vacancy? The rumors say it. And hearing it might have surely raised questions about what’s next for the heavyweight division.

MMA News / HITC / February 17

Joaquin Buckley calls out Dana White for forgetting his name during press conference

Joaquin Buckley publicly addressed Dana White after the UFC president appeared to forget his name at a recent press conference. White was discussing what he called a “dumb beef” involving Buckley and Terence Crawford when he seemingly failed to mention the welterweight by name.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 17

Joaquin Buckley goes in on Dana White for forgetting his name and dismissing his boxing skills

The UFC welterweight contender has bravely exploded on his boss following recent comments made about him. ‘New Mansa’ is coming off the back of his first UFC loss since 2022, after he was dominated by former champion Kamaru Usman in his second main event in a row.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 17

Sean O'Malley shares disappointing UFC White House update

UFC CEO Dana White predicts that the UFC event at the White House in June will be the most watched event in the promotion's history. He's also promised the best fight card UFC matchmakers have ever put together.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 17

UFC insider 'confident' Alex Pereira will fight at UFC White House event

UFC CEO Dana White said the fight card for the UFC White House event in June is in place, but no bout announcements have been made. Who'll be featured on the historic fight card has been speculated since President Donald Trump made the announcement that the White House South Lawn would host a UFC event for the American 250 celebration.

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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.

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 / 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.