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Why Dana White swore off fan input after supporters ‘blew’ their big UFC moment

Over 15 years ago, Dana White realised giving fans more control was not his best move. In early December, White signed a new five-year deal to stay on as the UFC’s CEO and president.

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Undefeated Featherweight Duo Snubbed by Dana White Set for Massive Clash at UFC London

The featherweight division is somewhat of a mess. Why? Despite a couple of credible contenders waiting on the sidelines, Dana White decided to give the fans a second edition of Diego Lopes vs Alexander Volkanovski.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 25

Joe Rogan said Dana White’s decision to grant star’s UFC dream was like a pitbull fighting a puppy

Joe Rogan didn’t approve of a move that was heavily criticized by fans back in 2016. Rogan initially turned down Dana White’s offer to become the UFC’s commentator due to the promotion’s financial position at the time.

Dana White News / MMA Weekly / December 25

Dana White must testify in UFC antitrust lawsuit

UFC CEO Dana White has been ordered by a judge to take the stand in the current antitrust lawsuit against the fight promotion. White and UFC’s vice president of athlete compliance and regulatory affairs Tracy Long must testify at a spoliation hearing scheduled for Feb.

Dana White News / Dice City Sports / December 24

Dana White Ordered to Testify in Ongoing UFC Antitrust Lawsuit

Dana White has been ordered to testify in a critical phase of the ongoing antitrust litigation against the Ultimate Fighting Championship. White, along with UFC legal department executive Tracy Long, will be placed on the stand in the Cirkunov v.

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / December 24

Dana White Ordered to Testify in UFC Antitrust Case as Alleged Gaps in Evidence Surface

“I will tell someone about it so that it does not happen a million times,” Rinat Fakhretdinov shared after abruptly being cut from the UFC roster despite a perfect record.

Eddie Hearn casts doubt over Dana White’s boxing league ahead of its launch

Eddie Hearn has given Dana White a four-week deadline to get his new boxing league off to a strong start and avoid falling flat out of the gate. Hearn and White once had a solid working relationship, but things have changed as they now find themselves on opposite sides of the ring as promoters.

Eddie Hearn Challenges Dana White’s Boxing Plans: ‘You’ve Got to Come Out With a Bang’

Eddie Hearn said Dana White and Zuffa won’t dominate boxing despite their confidence Hearn questioned how impressive Zuffa Boxing’s January 23 debut can

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / December 23

Dana White Is Avoiding Financial Risk by Firing Russian Fighters, Claims MMA Experts

“It is what it is…” UFC CEO Dana White said after cutting the Russian-British undefeated star Muhammad Mokaev last year, shortly following his victory at UFC 304.

Dana White’s new boxing league heading for ‘lame’ launch according to Eddie Hearn

Dana White has been warned by Eddie Hearn that he just has four weeks to avoid a dud first event for his new boxing league. The renowned boxing boss used to be thick as thieves with UFC CEO White, but the pair’s relationship has hit a rocky patch as they prepare to do battle as boxing promoters.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 23

UFC newcomer to debut in Houston after stunning Dana White with contract-winning KO

Welterweight fighter Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani officially has a date for his UFC debut after earning himself a UFC contract in September. With the ESPN era

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 23

UFC star on 23-fight unbeaten streak and first man to KO Sean Strickland among 4 cut by Dana White

Four fighters have been cut from the UFC roster just days before Christmas. Rhys McKee announced his second exit from MMA’s premier promotion last week.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 23

UFC Contenders Snubbed by Dana White Reportedly Land Main Event Opportunity

The featherweight division is yet to witness another edition of the Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes fight for the featherweight title. Dana White left out the two other credible contenders for the belt, Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy, who’ve made their case for a title shot.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 23

UFC Star Who Surprised Islam Makhachev With His Diet Gets Reality Check on Dana White’s Promise

Last year, Dana White promised something special for 2025 that would “drive everyone crazy.” Around the same time, he also assured fans he was “100 percent confident” that UFC megastar Conor McGregor would return next year.

MMA News / HITC / December 22

UFC fighter says Dana White promised him a title shot if he met this condition in his last bout

After a chat with the boss, one UFC contender went into his last fight with a clear aim in mind. Islam Makhachev was approached by the UFC about fighting in January, but that plan fell through.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 22

Daniel Cormier Pushes for Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira at the UFC White House Event: 'That’s Low-Hanging Fruit'

The UFC’s historic White House event is still six months away, but the card’s biggest potential matchup might already be slipping through the promotion’s fingers and Daniel Cormier isn’t thrilled about it.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 23

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The White House dinner gave Kayla Harrison an unexpected moment of clarity and ammunition for her next contract negotiation.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 21

Ilia Topuria Supports Dana White Snubbing Arman Tsarukyan in X-Rated Rant

Arman Tsarukyan’s dream of fighting for the 155 lbs title just got even more difficult. First, UFC CEO Dana White made it very clear that the Armenian still needs to work his way up.

UFC champion stunned after hearing Dana White tell Donald Trump the promotion’s true value

Before the UFC’s first-ever event at the White House, Dana White shared the promotion’s estimated value with Donald Trump, and it surprised one of his champions.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 19

UFC legend Anderson Silva shares puzzling response regarding Dana White relationship

Former UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva seems to have left his UFC past behind him. Despite holding the middleweight title from October 2006 to July 2013, Silva has swiftly transitioned from the Octagon to the ring after hanging up his MMA gloves for the final time in 2020.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 17

UFC legend flames Jon Jones, 'not very bright' over UFC White House event

Jon Jones has been angling for a place on the White House event since its announcement earlier this year. Despite many believing him to be a shoo-in for a spot, one UFC legend isn't so certain.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 17

Alex Pereira Makes White House Rejection Public With Dana White Picture

The 2026 UFC White House event is expected to be a landmark moment for the sport, as it would mark the first combat sports event ever held at the White House.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 16

UFC fighter that Dana White thanked for ‘making his night’ fails drug test for contract-winning bout

A UFC fighter’s future in the promotion is now up in the air following an update from his manager. This year’s season of Dana White’s Contender Series produced some memorable highlights and plenty of additions to the UFC’s roster.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 14

Dana White Drops Three Word Reaction After ‘KO of The Year’ Contender Moment

UFC CEO Dana White has long emphasized the importance of fighters proving themselves through performance rather than hype. He has consistently shown a willingness to invest in younger fighters, believing their hunger and drive often separate them from the pack.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 9

Dana White Quietly Signs New Five-Year Extension With UFC Parent Company TKO

UFC president and CEO Dana White isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. After months of speculation regarding his long-term future with the promotion, White confirmed Sunday night that he has signed a new five-year contract extension with TKO Group Holdings, keeping him at the helm through at least 2031.