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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.

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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.

MMA News / HITC / January 26

Justin Gaethje turned down Dana White’s appeal after brutal bout with Paddy Pimblett

Justin Gaethje is no stranger to stepping into the Octagon and being part of a taxing war. On Saturday, he was hoping to become the first fighter in UFC history to win the interim title for a second time.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 26

Bryce Hall’s 'Drunk' Conversation With Dana White to Make Influencer History Resurfaces

TikToker-turned-fighter Bryce Hall has no shortage of ambition. And he wants UFC CEO Dana White to help turn those ambitions into reality. The 26-year-old made the revelation during a podcast appearance with George Janko in December 2024, where the Ellicott City, Maryland, native detailed a conversation he had with White.

‘I would get rinsed’… Eddie Hearn’s cheeky reaction to Dana White’s first boxing card

Eddie Hearn didn’t quite go all out in making fun of Zuffa Boxing’s debut event on Friday night, but he did take some shots in his own inimitable style.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 26

UFC veteran simultaneously thanks and proves Dana White wrong by sharing post-fight bonus receipts

UFC 324 marked the start of a new system for earning post-fight bonuses inside the Octagon. Dana White hadn’t been able to provide details on increasing the bonuses available to fighters at the start of a new era for the promotion.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 26

'I Didn’t Even…': Tom Aspinall Responds to Dana White’s Critical Remarks at UFC 324 Post-Fight Press Conference

Tom Aspinall is shocked to say the least. Why? Well, because of what Dana White had to say about his eye injury. This comes after Saturday night’s UFC 324, which kicked off the UFC-Paramount era with a blockbuster interim title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett.

Dana White News / Bleacher Report / January 25

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 25

Tom Aspinall claps back after ‘catching strays’ from Dana White over eye injury after UFC 324

Tom Aspinall appeared baffled to be the subject of one of Dana White’s infamous rants in the aftermath of UFC 324. The heavyweight champion has been at odds with his promoter since just before his UFC 321 bout with Ciryl Gane, which was stopped in round one for a double eye poke.

Dana White News / MMA on SI / January 25

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.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / January 25

Dana White confirms controversial UFC 324 winner will get the next title shot

A questionable decision does not look to have dented this UFC 324 winner’s title plan. Saturday saw the MMA leader’s first event of 2026 and of the Paramount era, as UFC 324 played out from inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

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.

Dana White 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 / Bloody Elbow / January 25

Justin Gaethje refused request from Dana White following UFC 324 war against Paddy Pimblett

Justin Gaethje is accustomed to being involved in extremely taxing wars inside the UFC Octagon. This past Saturday, ‘The Highlight’ was looking to become the first fighter in the promotion’s history to become a two-time UFC interim champion.

Dana White News / HITC / January 25

Dana White reveals bizarre referee injury after UFC 324 main event

UFC’s 2025 calendar opener didn’t disappoint, serving up a slate of memorable bouts, highlight-reel knockouts, and a few odd injuries along the way. Saturday night marked the organisation’s first event since signing a massive $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount.

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Dana White on Josh Hokit post-fight interview in UFC octagon: ‘I don’t love it’

UFC newcomer Josh Hokit had an interesting post-fight interview in the UFC octagon, not really loved by Dana White. The company president only heard about Hokit putting on a WWE-esque speech following his TKO win over Denzel Freeman at UFC 324.

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 / Total Pro Sports / January 24

Dana White Downplays WBC Pushback to Zuffa Boxing, Says 'I’m in My Own Little World'

Dana White has once again made it clear that he is unfazed by outside criticism, this time addressing concerns raised by the World Boxing Council (WBC) over his new venture, Zuffa Boxing.

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.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 21

Dana White Confirms White House UFC Card Planning Begins Right After UFC 324

It’s finally the time when fans are seeing a UFC event after a long break. At UFC 324, fans will see the first numbered event, which is going to be a thrilling one between Justin Gaethje vs.