Dana White and Eddie Hearn continue their public feud following the launch of Zuffa Boxing, White’s venture challenging Matchroom Boxing in the market. Both promoters have exchanged barbs, even floating the idea of settling scores in the ring, though it seemed more rhetoric than reality. Tensions persist, and White now discloses behind-the-scenes talks about a potential matchup.
Turki Alalshikh Proposes Bout
During the UFC 327 post-fight press conference, White confirmed that Zuffa Boxing partner Turki Alalshikh explored arranging a fight with Hearn. When questioned about the possibility, White responded, “Don’t you think Turki would try to do that fight?” A reporter pressed, “Did Turki make you an offer?” White affirmed, “Of course they did. Yeah.”
White Dismisses Hearn’s Boxing Prowess
White downplayed the bout’s viability, suggesting it could at best open a fight card rather than headline, especially as he nears 57. He sharply criticized Hearn’s skills, stating, “Eddie Hearn’s a p*ssy, he ain’t boxing anybody. F*cking posting pictures of himself hitting the speed bag. Looks like it’s in slow motion.”
White contrasted Hearn with Tito Ortiz, noting, “Well, Tito’s dumb as hell, but Tito’s not a p——. Eddie Hearn’s a p——.” The exchange underscores the ongoing rivalry between the boxing and MMA worlds.
