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UFC 324 was supposed to be an exciting start to the Paramount+ era, but instead, it was met with outrage centered on one name missing from the marquee.

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Dana White Reveals Hidden Truth Behind Arman Tsarukyan’s Missing Title Shot

Dana White says behind-the-scenes issues are affecting Arman Tsarukyan’s title shot, partly related to his late withdrawal from the Islam Makhachev fight

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 12

Dana White Strips Promotion That Gave UFC 'Greatest Welterweight Ever' of Fight Pass Privileges

Dana White has successfully turned the UFC into a billion-dollar giant that serves as the ultimate platform for MMA fighters chasing glory. For years,

Dana White News / HITC / December 12

Dana White faces vital decision as UFC could sign another Khabib-trained contender in 2026

One of the top fighters outside the UFC could hit free agency by the end of next year. Early 2026 is set to focus on Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett’s fight for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324, with Ilia Topuria still sidelined.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

UFC could sign another Khabib Nurmagomedov protege in 2026 if Dana White agrees to key condition

One of the best names competing outside the UFC could be a free agent at the end of next year. The focus of the lightweight division at the start of 2026 will be Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, as the pair duke it out for an interim title in champion Ilia Topuria’s absence.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Dana White Escalates Fan Misery With UFC White House Broadcast Plan After No-Tickets Policy

The UFC White House event was already shaping up to be unlike anything the promotion had done before: part spectacle, part political lightning rod, and part historic first.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Dana White Gives Clear Verdict on Francis Ngannou’s UFC Return After His White House Demand

The heated saga between Francis Ngannou and Dana White shows no signs of ending. Just last month, UFC CEO grabbed headlines by calling the former heavyweight champion “not a good guy.” On the Flagrant podcast, White claimed that Ngannou once physically assaulted him in his office after the promotion withheld a bonus.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Dana White issues brutal response to Francis Ngannou comeback question after PFL contract claim

Francis Ngannou could become an MMA free agent in 2026. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been under the PFL banner since 2022, having joined the promotion after a lengthy contractual dispute with Dana White’s organization concluded with the Cameroonian’s exit.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

UFC Vegas 112 Broadcast Team: Laura Sanko Returns for the Final ESPN Event

After delivering the successful pay-per-view UFC 323 in Las Vegas, Dana White and the UFC are keeping the action in Sin City. Now, they will host UFC Vegas 112 on December 14, marking their final event on ESPN before launching a new seven-year partnership with Paramount in 2026.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Dana White vowed to never give fans control again after they ‘blew’ chance to prove the UFC wrong

On this day in 2010, Dana White regretted his decision to give the fans more power. White recently announced that he’s signed a five-year contract extension to remain the UFC’s CEO and president.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Francis Ngannou Shrugs Off Dana White’s Accusations: 'I Just Want Peace'

Francis Ngannou isn’t interested in revisiting old battles especially not with UFC CEO Dana White. Weeks after White accused the former UFC heavyweight

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Youngest UFC winner ever earned one of 11 bonuses despite Dana White’s outrage after PPV event

On this day in 2022, a lot of bonuses were handed out at the final PPV event of the year. Dana White has confirmed that fighter pay will increase as a result of the promotion’s US broadcast deal with Paramount that gets underway in 2026.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Francis Ngannou Gives Final Verdict on UFC Return Amid Refusal to Entertain Dana White’s Assault Allegations

Francis Ngannou has spent nearly three years outside the UFC, yet somehow, the shadow of his departure still looms over every conversation about his future.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10

UFC’s matchmaking slammed by Islam Makhachev following Dana White’s recent comments about his old rival

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has defended his old rival following Dana White’s comments this past Saturday. After successfully capturing the vacant lightweight title earlier this year following Islam Makhachev‘s title vacation, Ilia Topuria recently announced he is taking a break from the sport to focus on personal matters.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10

Francis Ngannou confirms PFL contract ends before the UFC White House event while opening up on regrets

Francis Ngannou’s relationship with Dana White and the UFC has been well documented. While fans have hoped of seeing the former UFC heavyweight champion make a return to the Octagon at some point, this still looks highly unlikely.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10

Dana White was forced to apologize for ‘jumping the gun’ when announcing incorrect PPV main event

A huge UFC card that took place on this day in 2011 had a confusing build-up. Many fans have reminisced about how the UFC would go out of their way to make big fight announcements feel special.

Dana White 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.

MMA News / HITC / December 9

Henry Cejudo’s gesture involving Dana White left opponent close to tears after UFC 323

Henry Cejudo moved quickly to show respect to Payton Talbott after their fight on Saturday, leaving the young fighter holding back tears. Talbott had just put in a dominant performance at UFC 323, taking a unanimous decision over three rounds.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 7

Dana White confusingly clarifies position on Tom Aspinall's UFC 321 eye poke

UFC fans looking for an update of any kind concerning UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall: prepare to be bitterly disappointed. Aspinall laid out his

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 7

Dana White draws critical conclusion about Henry Cejudo's UFC 323 retirement

Former UFC two-division champion Henry Cejudo officially announced his retirement Saturday night following a loss to Payton Talbott Saturday night at UFC 323.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 5

Watch: Dana White Once Paid 10 Times Ticket Price to go Wild in LA Concert’s Mosh Pit

While UFC CEO Dana White is often consumed by the nonstop responsibilities of leading the UFC, he has always made room for enjoyment outside work. He has never avoided fun, despite the pressure associated with significant business decisions.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 5

Dana White’s UFC Commitment Questioned

Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Sean O’Malley has questioned Dana White’s enthusiasm, noting a lack of excitement when announcing the promotion’s first two major pay-per-view events for 2026.

MMA News / HITC / December 3

Dana White addresses criticism of dull fights and explains how he aims to prevent them

UFC co-founder Dana White takes an active role in shaping the direction of his sport, always looking to prevent fights from turning into a dull spectacle.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 2

Dana White Weighs Eye-Poke Fallout: 'Harder Penalties' May Be Only Answer

Tom Aspinall is still recovering from the eye poke. That abruptly ended his first defense as undisputed UFC heavyweight champion against Ciryl Gane in October, and the incident has reignited a long-running debate in MMA: what can actually be done about eye pokes?

MMA News / HITC / December 2

Dana White revives fan-favourite UFC format to ignite multibillion-dollar Paramount+ deal

UFC is reviving a familiar format this week as it looks ahead to what could be the most significant year in its history. Following next weekend’s card in Las Vegas, the promotion is set for a break of more than a month, marking the transition from ESPN to their new $7.7billion deal with Paramount+.