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Dana White Urged to Greenlight Jon Jones Super Fight Despite UFC White House Rejection

A White House fight card should’ve been Jon Jones‘ grand return. Instead, Dana White hit the brakes hard. Apparently, Jones’ retirement announcement in June not only broke fans’ hearts but also sabotaged his fight with Tom Aspinall.

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Ariel Helwani Calls Out Dana White’s Hypocrisy After UFC 324 Announcement Sparks Backlash

The UFC wanted a spectacle to launch its $7.7 billion deal with Paramount, and boss Dana White made sure fans heard about it in the loudest way possible.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27

2 Title Fights Can’t Save Dana White as Ilia Topuria Cancels UFC 324 Fight

For weeks, UFC 324 was hyped as Paramount’s big swing—the first true pay-per-view event of the new streaming deal, and the card meant to usher in a new era.

What Fights Did Dana White Announce for UFC 324 & 325 at the Chiefs-Cowboys Halftime Show?

The Thanksgiving game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Dallas Cowboys was already heavy on nostalgia and spectacle, but UFC CEO Dana White managed to steal the attention with something fans had been waiting months for: the first official fights for UFC 324.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 27

Dana White announces Alexander Volkanovski’s next opponent and fight date

The UFC is set to put on back-to-back numbered events to kick off their Paramount+ deal. On Thursday, Dana White announced the promotion’s huge plans for UFC 324, the first major event on the calendar for 2026.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27

Dana White Told to Betray Conor McGregor in UFC White House Twist Amid Renewed Khabib Rivalry

The UFC White House event is still seven months away, but the buildup has already become a major challenge for UFC CEO Dana White. Active fighters like Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev are pushing to get on the card, while global superstars such as Conor McGregor and Jon Jones are also eyeing their chance to compete.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 27

Record-breaking UFC champ admits Jon Jones ‘deserves’ to headline the White House event more than him

Jon Jones’ claim to the UFC White House main event has another prominent supporter. The former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion has been making more noise than any other fighter when it comes to securing a spot on the June 14 card in Washington D.C.

Potential UFC Fights Dana White Will Announce on Chiefs vs. Cowboys Halftime Tonight

On Thursday, NFL fans will be glued to their screens as the Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs collide in a highly anticipated NFL showdown. And interestingly, they’ll have some company from MMA fans too.

MMA News / The Body Lock / November 27

Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira: Former Champion Accepts Any Spot on UFC White House Card

Jon Jones says he would accept a non-main event spot at the UFC White House card for the first time since 2011 Jones is interested in fighting Alex Pereira

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 / HITC / November 27

Jon Jones vows to make a move he hasn’t in 15 years to secure UFC’s White House spot

Jon Jones is looking to make his comeback at the White House event in 2026, even if it means taking a step back in terms of status. Despite stepping away from the sport earlier this year, two main factors have driven his interest in returning.

UFC Boss Dana White Set for Major Announcement at Chiefs-Cowboys Thanksgiving Thursday Game, Per Reports

A major NFL showdown is set for this Thursday afternoon—and surprisingly, even combat sports fans are buzzing about it thanks to UFC CEO Dana White. The Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Dallas Cowboys in one of the most anticipated Thanksgiving Day matchups in years.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27

Jon Jones’ Wish for Alex Pereira Fight Met With Clear Strategy to Secure White House Card Despite Dana White’s Refusal

Jon Jones might not be the most beloved fighter in the UFC right now. But few dispute that he’s the greatest. Still, he spent years avoiding a showdown with Tom Aspinall—so much so that he reportedly turned down a $30 million offer and walked away from the sport altogether.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 26

‘No bigger bullies than the UFC’… Ex-fighter reacts to Dana White’s claim Francis Ngannou pushed him

Brendan Schaub has shared his thoughts on Dana White’s ongoing feud with Francis Ngannou. Last week, the UFC CEO claimed Francis Ngannou ‘put his hands on’ him during a discussion about bonuses.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26

Tony Ferguson Plans UFC Return With Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov Callout for White House Card

Next year, at the White House, could we see a fight we never thought we would see? Tony Ferguson just made some bold claims for the June 14, 2026, event, and if he has his way, we could get one of the two best fights that never happened.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26

Dana White’s Real Problem With Choosing Islam Makhachev’s Next Opponent Highlighted by UFC Insider

Islam Makhachev’s move to welterweight should have simplified matchmaking for Dana White and the promotion. A new champion. A fresh division. And a long line of contenders waiting to pounce on the opportunity to dethrone him.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 25

Jon Jones says he’s willing to do something he hasn’t done in 15 years to ensure UFC White House spot

Jon Jones wants to return at the White House in 2026 even if it means taking a backwards step. Following his retirement earlier this year, the consensus greatest of all time has been inspired to make a return by two key elements.

Dana White faces accusations of ‘lying frequently’ over Jake Paul–Anthony Joshua fight

Dana White has been accused of being dishonest by former UFC CFO Nakisa Bidarian after he said he didn’t know about Jake Paul’s fight with Anthony Joshua.

Dana White Blasted For 'Blatant Lie' About Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Fight

When speaking with the media after UFC 322 ended on November 15, UFC CEO Dana White was asked whether he "had seen the fight being worked on for December 19th in Miami?" "Did I see the fight being worked on for December 19th in Miami?

MMA News / HITC / November 19

Ex-UFC staffer calls Francis Ngannou a ‘terror’ after Dana White’s recent claim

Francis Ngannou and the UFC split in January 2023 after a long stretch of issues between him and the organisation. Since then, Ngannou hasn’t held back in criticising some of Dana White’s comments about him.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 19

Dana White recounts the time Francis Ngannou tried to physically bully him

UFC CEO Dana White and former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou have had tumultuous relationship over the years, but the extent of it we didn't know. Ngannou arrived in the UFC in late 2015 with an intimidating physique, a movie-worthy backstory, and a cargo ship full of punching power.

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 / Field Level Media / November 17

Dana White: Dillon Danis banned from UFC after brawl

UFC CEO Dana White said mixed-martial arts fighter Dillon Danis is banned from future events after his involvement in a brawl on Saturday night during UFC 322 in New York.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 16

Dana White Bans Dillon Danis From All Future UFC Events After UFC 322 Brawl

NEW YORK – Dana White didn’t need long to figure out what was happening when chaos erupted near cageside at the start of the UFC 322 broadcast. “I was on the other side, and I go, ‘F*ck I know exactly what that is.

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.