Prior to the start of UFC 322’s main card, there was a fight in the crowd. The stir caused the broadcast team to turn and look at the commotion. Footage showed that Islam Makachev’s team got into a fight with Dillon Danis. After the fight, Dana White stated that Danis would be banned for life […]
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Dana White offers comments, no punishment for Bryce Mitchell support of Hitler
Bryce Mitchell’s first episode of Arkansanity was a memorable one as the UFC fighter showed his support for Hitler stating that he was a “good guy.” Dana White denounced the statement but offered no other punitive measure for the Featherweight. At a post-event press conference for Power Slap being held in Saudi Arabia, White made […]
Let’s talk media coverage and if boxers are paid too much
In Yahoo! Sports’ final review for the year that was in boxing, Kevin Iole suggested that boxers were paid too much. The comments reflect several known issues in the world of sports journalism including the fact that esteemed journalists are constrained by the things they cover. Certainly, there is a need to be measured with […]
UFC misses mark with Black History Month tribute
The UFC attempted to do something for Black History Month featuring Michael Chandler retelling the story of adopting an African American child. While the story is touching and Chandler and his wife should be applauded for their kindness, the repackaging for Black History Month presents a tone-deaf reality about the organization. The video package aired […]
ESPN put in position to do something after White’s comments
ESPN may find itself in an unenviable position after Dana White’s comments about Ariel Helwani. Helwani posted a video on Instagram regarding his thoughts about Gina Carano’s termination from her role on “The Mandalorian” due to her social media comments analogizing Republicans to the Jewish people during the Holocaust. View this post on Instagram A […]