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Oscar De La Hoya goes on scathing attack of Canelo Alvarez and Dana White following historic title fight

Boxing promoter Oscar De La Hoya has reignited his longtime feud with UFC boss Dana White following this past Saturday’s mega event. This past Saturday, TKO boxing held their inaugural event as Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford clashed for the undisputed super middleweight title.

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Undefeated Jacobe Smith Hungry for Next UFC Fight: 'Give Me a Fight as Quick as Possible'

Jacobe Smith (11-0 MMA, 2-0 UFC) has wasted no time making his mark since joining the UFC last October following a stoppage win on Dana White’s Contender Series.

Dana White News / MMA on SI / September 18

UFC contract winner booked for debut fight after 16-second KO impressed Dana White

A little over a week after he earned a UFC contract on Dana White’s Contender Series, heavyweight fighter Steven Asplund has been booked for his promotional debut.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 18

UFC Stars Band Together Against Dana White’s Boxing Takeover Move: 'That’s Not Good'

After transforming UFC into the biggest MMA promotion, Dana White stepped into boxing alongside Turki Alalshikh to launch TKO boxing. Last weekend, White promoted his inaugural event, which exceeded expectations and instantly grabbed massive attention from combat sports fans.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 18

Dana White Gives Inside Information About ‘Dead Serious’ Conor McGregor for White House Card

For Dana White, the upcoming White House event represents the most highly anticipated moment in his promotional career so far. He recently traveled to Washington DC to meet Donald Trump, showcasing the initial renderings and highlighting the grand event’s vision.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 18

Ariel Helwani Doubts Dana White’s Sincerity in Hinting at Reconciliation Nearly 9 Years After UFC 200 Fallout

MMA journalism is often criticized for revolving around surface-level questions rather than addressing the deeper issues affecting the sport. Ariel Helwani, however, has long stood out as a voice unafraid to confront uncomfortable truths.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 17

5 fighters who could earn UFC contracts on episode 7 of Dana White’s Contender Series including a 9-0 Featherweight

10 more hopefuls battle for UFC contracts in episode 7 of the 9th season of Dana White’s Contender Series Four fighters were handed UFC contracts by Dana White in the last episode, including one fighter who recently lost his father.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 17

Tom Aspinall defends heavyweight division amid ‘shallow’ criticism from Joe Rogan and UFC fans

Tom Aspinall believes the UFC heavyweight division will flourish in the next few years. The 265lb weight class has been bereft of stars and top contenders for quite some time.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 17

Dana White hints one of MMA’s most successful stars could return to the UFC after being banned in 2016

Dana White could allow one of the biggest names in MMA to attend UFC events again. The President of the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization is never afraid to express how he feels.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 17

DWCS 82 Results: Four Fighters Earn UFC Contracts

The UFC Apex in Las Vegas played host to Dana White’s Contender Series 82 on Tuesday night, with 10 fighters battling for their shot at a UFC contract.

Dana White goes on x-rated rant as he shuts down Eddie Hearn’s claim that the UFC has a ‘superstar problem’

According to UFC boss Dana White, the notion that the promotion has a ‘superstar problem’ is completely inaccurate. One of, if not the greatest era in the UFC is nearing its end, with fighters like Conor McGregor, Jon Jones and Ronda Rousey all either retired or coming to the end of their careers.

Eddie Hearn Welcomes Boxing Rivalry With UFC Promoter Dana White

Dana White had his first huge night as a boxing promoter on Saturday when he took the reins of the bout between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford. As 'Bud' emerged victorious, becoming the undisputed super middleweight champion in the process, White was sat ringside alongside Turki Alalshikh.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 17

‘This isn’t about’… Dana White disregards one of the main concerns of hosting a UFC event at the White House

Dana White has addressed how fans will factor into his plans for the UFC event at the White House. Earlier this month, the UFC president visited the United States capital to begin putting plans in place for a one-of-a-kind event.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 17

Dana White answers major Conor McGregor question in latest comeback update after speaking to him ‘nonstop’

Dana White has provided the latest update on Conor McGregor’s potential return. White has planned to start putting together the UFC’s event at the White House early in 2026.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 16

Dana White signs 4 fighters to UFC including Daniel Cormier and Ilia Topuria teammates

Dana White's Contender Series Week 6 has concluded, and four fighters have received UFC contracts. The night capped off with four finishes and one decision, and White was spoiled for choice with some of the prospects on display.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 16

Dana White's Contender Series - Week 6 Results: Four UFC contracts awarded

The sixth week of this season's Dana White's Contender Series took place on Tuesday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Headlining the five-bout fight card was a bantamweight bout between Hecher Sosa and Mackson Lee.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 16

Dana White Has Big Plans For Boxing – What’s Next?

Dana White has revealed that he has ambitious plans for boxing. White’s recent co-promotion of the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight was the first major event for TKO Boxing.

MMA News / HITC / September 15

Joe Rogan calls on Dana White for drastic UFC regulation change

Joe Rogan thinks Dana White needs to make a big change to the UFC. The podcast host is a huge fan of the top MMA promotion, but that does not stop him from speaking out about what he thinks could be improved.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 15

Dana White gives grim update on possible UFC White House fight for Jon Jones

UFC CEO Dana White has had about a month to digest his latest comments regarding former UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones and whether he will fight on the promotion's White House event next summer: the odds don't look great.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 13

Dana White Pours Cold Water on Jon Jones’ White House Fantasy

It is a well-known fact by now that Jon Jones wants to be back in for the UFC’s historic White House card planned for next summer. However, Dana White isn’t buying what ‘Bones’ is selling.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 12

Alice Pereira: The UFC’s 'Golden Girl' Ready for Historic Debut at Noche UFC

On Christmas Eve 2024, just four days after turning 19, Alice Pereira’s life changed forever. UFC CEO Dana White personally announced she had signed with the promotion a rare spotlight for a 5-0 prospect from Brazil.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 12

Dana White wants Conor McGregor to headline UFC White House event

UFC CEO Dana White is planning to bring a monster fight card to the White House next year during International Fight Week. The event will take place on the South Lawn and White wants the company's biggest star to headline it. "I love one of one type events, like the Sphere last year for UFC Noche," White told The W.A.D.E.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 10

UFC White House Fight Card Rumor Meets DC Regulator Silence

The UFC White House fight card is rumored to take place next year on the Fourth of July. This event has captured headlines, but Washington regulators told MMA Sucka they’ve received “no permits, no contact, no protocols.” The idea of fighters trading punches on the South Lawn sounds like the kind of spectacle UFC president Dana White would relish.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 10

DWCS 80 Heavyweight Captures Contract With Stunning Knockout

With just a week’s notice, Steven Asplund has cemented his place as the newest heavyweight sensation in the UFC. Originally scheduled to compete on the

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 10

Dana White's Contender Series - Week 5 Results: Five UFC contracts awarded

Dana White's Contender Series rolled into this season's fifth week on Tuesday with another five-bout fight card at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. A heavyweight bout between Steven Asplund and Anthony Guarascio headlined the event.