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When the UFC was growing in popularity during its early days, not everyone was happy to see it come to their hometown. During the early inception of the UFC, it was widely looked down on by people, due to the connotations surrounding it and because of people’s perceptions of what it entailed.

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Dana White won’t be happy as UFC 323 star becomes the latest to say something he absolutely ‘hates’

A rising UFC lightweight prospect does not plan on running into one contender. Two reigning champions, a couple of hungry challengers, and a number of ranked contenders will be in action at UFC 323 this Saturday.

Dana White 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 / Bloody Elbow / December 3

Henry Cejudo tells Dana White to ‘man up’ during impassioned rant ahead of UFC 323 retirement fight

Ahead of his final fight in the sport this Saturday, Henry Cejudo has launched an impassioned rant aimed at Dana White and the athletic commissions. This coming Saturday, the premier promotion returns to Las Vegas with UFC 323 for what is the final event of the year and the final event under the UFC’s partnership with ESPN.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 3

'Thought There Were No Politics' – Dana White’s Shocking Announcement Almost Made Top Contender Almost Hate MMA

Dana White’s announcements for UFC 324 and UFC 325 have generated significant turbulence within the MMA community. The confirmation of Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes greatly altered expectations for upcoming title opportunities.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 2

Jon Jones ruined Dana White’s planned super fight which eventually led to his rival outdoing him

Jon Jones has had a love/hate relationship with the UFC for a long time. In a bid to convince the promotion to let him return at the White House in 2026, Jones recently apologized to Dana White for how their negotiations played out earlier this year.

Dana White 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+.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 2

Dana White will bring back popular UFC format to launch $7.7billion Paramount+ deal this Friday

Dana White is bringing back a classic UFC staple this week to launch arguably the biggest year in company history. When next weekend’s UFC Vegas event is over, the promotion will go over a month without an event as they prepare for the transition from ESPN to their $7.7billion Paramount+ deal.

Mike Tyson Sends Letter to Congress Supporting Dana White’s Boxing Takeover

With backing from boxing legend Mike Tyson, Dana White’s TKO boxing banner is poised for greater recognition. White has long aimed to rebuild the sport the way he reshaped MMA, seeking clear matchmaking, solid structure, and fewer promoter power plays, and Tyson might just be the golden ticket to make it happen.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 1

UFC Finally Picks Fight of the Month After $500,000 Snub

Dana White runs a multi-billion-dollar promotion, but when it comes to paying UFC fighters, Jake Paul called him a “greedy b–ch” and the “most capitalistic

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Tom Aspinall Doesn’t Hide His Disappointment Over Dana White’s UFC 321 Comments

For a fighter, there are few accusations more damaging than being called a quitter. For Tom Aspinall, that accusation came directly from his boss, Dana White, who publicly questioned his heart at UFC 321.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30

Francis Ngannou seemingly addresses Dana White’s comments in first post since physical altercation claims

Some big claims were recently made about Francis Ngannou’s time in the UFC. It has been no secret in recent years that Dana White doesn’t see eye-to-eye with the former UFC heavyweight champion.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Legendary 170 lbs Champ Reveals Rare Dana White Deal That Could’ve Changed the UFC Landscape

Arman Tsarukyan believed he deserved a title shot if he won against Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar. However, despite emerging victorious, the Armenian fighter was stripped of the opportunity to fight Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Arman Tsarukyan Sparks Self-Sabotage Concerns After New Dig at Dana White Over UFC 324 Snub

Just how much more indignation can Arman Tsarukyan take from the UFC and Dana White? Judging by his latest social media antic, he’s already at the last straw.

MMA News / HITC / November 30

UFC co-founder questions how Dana White’s focus may shift after Paramount+ deal

One of the sport’s founding figures believes “a lot of things are going to change” for the UFC in the near future. 2026 will mark the start of the promotion’s new $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount+, replacing their long-standing pay-per-view model with a subscription-based approach.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 30

Dana White’s Polarizing Decision to Book Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje Defended by UFC Legend

UFC CEO Dana White‘s recent announcement for UFC 324 has stirred conversation about who deserves a shot at the interim lightweight belt. At the center of the debate is Arman Tsarukyan, a top-ranked lightweight contender who many believed would be next in line.