As a prominent figure in the mixed martial arts (MMA) industry, Dana White is often at the center of attention. However, despite his busy schedule, he still takes the time to read online discussion forums and social media to stay connected with fans and gain insight into their opinions about the sport and the organization.
This approach has helped him build a strong reputation among fans and fighters alike, who appreciate his willingness to listen and engage with them. In 2010… White stumbled upon a post from a young MMA fighter named Ben Pittsley, who was training in Thailand while browsing the internet. Pittsley’s post was a heartfelt letter to Dana White and the UFC, “expressing his gratitude for the organization’s support and opportunities.” According to White, “this touching message was his most memorable experience as President of the UFC.”.. highlighting the profound impact the organization has on the ___s of its fighters and fans.
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The scariest of scary knockouts, former UFC welterweight Andre Fialho learns you can’t go home again, a pair of fighters are left out on their feet, and more in this edition of Missed Fists.
A pivotal bantamweight matchup between Chito Vera and Deiveson Figueiredo has been agreed to for August’s UFC Abu Dhabi event.
A women’s flyweight bout between Casey O’Neill and Tereza Bleza is targeted for UFC 305 in Perth on Aug. 18.
Jiu-jitsu Hall of Famer Bia Mesquita will finally make her MMA debut next month in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Alyse Anderson returns to action for the first time in over a year when she competes as part of ONE Championship’s next card in the United States when the promotion lands in Denver in September.
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Dana White Announces Huge New Welterweight Fight To UFC 303
If you were worried about UFC 303 not having a title on the line in any fight, that’s still the case, but another major bout has been added to spice up the International Fight Week card.
On Friday, UFC CEO Dana White announced the addition of No. 7 Ian Machado Garry vs. No. 13 Michael Venom Page.
This matchup of pure strikers will undoubtedly land on the main card behind the main event that will see the return of Conor McGregor against former Bellator champion Michael Chandler.
Garry had been chasing a fight with Colby Covington, but the brash American showed little interest in facing the equally outspoken up-and-coming welterweight. Garry is coming off an impressive win over Geoff Neal at UFC 298 in February.
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