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Dustin Poirier pitched a unique format for his UFC retirement fight before Dana White shut it down

UFC superstar Dustin Poirier nearly secured rare conditions for his retirement fight. Dustin Poirier will get a heroes’ sendoff in his final UFC fight later this year against BMF titleholder Max Holloway in New Orleans.

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Dana White played a pivotal role in ballerina’s recent release from a Russian prison

UFC CEO Dana White aided in Ksenia Karelina’s recent release from a Russian prison. Dana White and the UFC enjoyed another eventful weekend at UFC Kansas City, featuring a welterweight headliner between Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / April 28

UFC Kansas City star quits full-time job after Dana White gave him $50,000 for brutal one-punch KO win

Just a few days removed from the biggest fight in his career, Malcolm Wellmaker is now a full time professional MMA fighter. On Saturday at UFC Kansas City, 30-year-old bantamweight Malcolm Wellmaker made his anticipated UFC debut after earning a contract through Dana White’s Contender Series.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 28

Islam Makhachev’s Coach Exposes How Dana White & Co’s Scolding Stopped Him From Leaking Inside Info

Even the best in the business slip up sometimes. Take American Kickboxing coach Javier Mendez, for instance. One of MMA’s most decorated coaches, Mendez learned that lesson the hard way.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 28

Islam Makhachev’s Coach Exposes How Ariel Helwani Breaks UFC News Before Dana White Makes them Official

Even after a couple of decades in combat sports, scribe Ariel Helwani remains the undisputed top dog of getting the inside scoop. Whether it’s a major

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 28

Conor McGregor wants return to be in a stadium, Dana White isn't a fan of stadiums

UFC CEO Dana White doesn't like holding events in stadiums. The fight promotion has put on fight cards in stadiums as recently as UFC 243, but White has been consistently opposed to the idea for years.

MMA News / FirstSportz / April 28

Dana White confirms Ian Garry headed to Canada after acing 25-day notice Carlos Prates challenge

The UFC welterweight division is currently stacked with many extremely talented fighters on the verge of a UFC title shot. One of those standout fighters is Ian Garry, who recently picked up an impressive win at UFC Kansas City against Carlos Prates.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / April 28

Dana White smiles during story about of ‘one of the dumbest things’ he’s ever done

Dana White went off on a tangent during his post-fight press conference at UFC Kansas City. After watching Ian Garry survive a late scare to beat Carol Prates in the main event, the UFC boss fielded questions from assembled media members at the T-Mobile Center on Saturday night.

MMA News / FirstSportz / April 28

Jon Jones fight drama gets backlash from Tom Aspinall father as heavyweight division gets stalled

The UFC heavyweight division has remained stagnant for months, causing frustration and impatience throughout the entire MMA community. With no official updates about Jon Jones’ next title defense, the UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has finally lost his patience.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 27

Dana White shares first public statement since assisting US ballerina's release from Russian prison

After assisting in the release of a US ballerina from a Russian prison, Dana White has issued his first public statement. Ksenia Karelina went public when she was arrested and thrown into a Russian jail for treason.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 27

Dana White confirms Ian Machado Garry’s UFC 315 claim after Kansas City win

The winner of Saturday night’s main event against Carlos Prates minus a near collapse in the fifth round, Ian Machado Garry seeks a title shot at 170 pounds and can make it a reality if the UFC 315 main event between Belal Muhammad and Jack Della Maddalena is altered.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

Dana White reacts to Ian Garry claiming he will play key role at UFC 315

Dana White has confirmed that Ian Garry will have an enormous part to play at UFC 315. On Saturday night, the Irishman returned to action, hoping to get back in the win column after suffering a defeat to Shavkat Rakhmonov back in December.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

‘That’s done’ … Dana White confirms UFC title fight everyone wants to see is official

Dana White says UFC Champ Dricus du Plessis will fight Khamzat Chimaev after all. Earlier this month, the middleweight title picture was put into question following reports of du Plessis sporting an injury, preventing him from defending his title.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

Dana White provides major Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall update amid mixed reports on UFC unification fight

Dana White remains ‘super confident he’ll make one of the biggest fights of all time in 2025. A heavyweight title unification bout between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall has been in the works since ‘Bones’ knocked out Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in November.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 26

‘Fighting is not who I am’… Georges St-Pierre reflects on retirement and short-lived UFC return that angered Dana White

At UFC 217, one of the greatest of all time made his return to the Octagon after a four-year hiatus. When talking in the context of Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall, Georges St-Pierre acknowledged that no one beats time.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 25

Dana White’s Business Partner Drops Cryptic Hints About a Major IShowSpeed Project

From jumping over speeding Lamborghinis to racing Noah Lyles to being the best PR China never paid for, there is very little Steamer iShowSpeed cannot do.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Brock Lesnar and Dana White Dodge Final Blow in Legal Fight Over UFC 200

A federal appeals court has once again weighed in on one of combat sports’ most contentious legal disputes—and this time, it closed the book. The case

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 22

Is The UFC Headed For Netflix?

Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s co-CEO, has commented on whether the network will obtain the broadcasting rights for the UFC. The UFC’s current deal with ESPN is coming to an end this year.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 20

UFC boss Dana White booed at WrestleMania 41

UFC CEO Dana White might be having a rough end of the week. Whether that's not knowing which fight might headline UFC 317 on June 28 or his WrestleMania 41 experience, White returned to the center of attention Saturday night in Las Vegas despite the UFC's rare off-week.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 20

Watch: Dana White gets booed during WrestleMania 41 appearance

UFC president Dana White did not receive a warm welcome from the fans in attendance at WrestleMania 41. White was in attendance for night one of the WWE's biggest event of the year from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / April 18

UFC CEO Details How Search For New Streaming Networks Could Play Out

UFC president Dana White has provided an update on the potential future of the organization’s streaming destination going forward. Following the conclusion

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 15

Drake recalls $15K gesture that made him respect UFC's Dana White

Popular musician Drake has recalled a moment of generosity from UFC CEO Dana White that earned his respect. Drake recently appeared on one of Adin Ross’s livestreams.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 14

‘Wildest Thing I’ve Seen’ – Drake Recalls Dana White Encounter

There are moments in life that hit harder than expected—not like a punch to the face, but more like a surprisingly emotional dog commercial. The kind that lingers, reshapes how we show up in the world, and leaves you wondering if you're crying or just allergic to growth.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 14

Dana White Reveals All On The UFC’s Next Broadcast Deal – ‘We Do What Works’

Dana White has given fans an update on what they can expect next for the UFC’s next broadcasting deal. The UFC has a decision to make as their deal with ESPN ends this year.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 13

UFC CEO Dana White provides update on TV rights deal & future of PPV events

UFC CEO Dana White remained rather brief regarding the next steps to secure a long-term deal for U.S.-based TV rights beginning next year. In doing so, White was respectful of ESPN’s contributions to the UFC and its ability to help the promotion put on cards at a frantic pace.