Lately, UFC fans have been questioning whether the world’s biggest MMA promotion has already peaked and is now on the decline. The latest incident has only added fuel to the fire, with fans now openly saying Dana White has lost his touch. Many believe he no longer has the selling power he once did, especially after failing to explain why he booked Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley.
After the Volkanovski vs. Lopes press conference, Dana White’s promotion held the UFC 316 presser, announcing Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley as the headliner for a rematch. When asked why he booked this fight despite better options being available, Dana struggled to give a solid answer and simply said it’s what the fans wanted.
Dana White is asked why he made the Merab/O'Malley rematch. pic.twitter.com/Bw9ELj18UY
— Jed I. Goodman © (@jedigoodman) April 11, 2025
The crowd wasn’t buying it. This moment has sparked even more criticism, with fans now questioning whether Dana still has the selling power he once did.
One fan said Dana White peaked and needs to sell the UFC to someone who can take it further. He said, “He’s peaked he’s gotta sell the business to somebody who can take it to the next level.“
He’s peaked he’s gotta sell the business to somebody who can take it to the next level.
— Juan Thicc (@A1_Boss_sauce) April 12, 2025
One fan feels Boss Man has lost his touch. In his words, “He’s going senile, can’t sell anymore.“
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He’s going senile, can’t sell anymore
— Hodko 🎒 (@Balxgun) April 11, 2025
Another fan feels shock to see he can’t even sell this event. In his words, “Dana can’t even sell this.”
Dana can’t even sell this one
— C$D Lunch77 (@Lunch77Beatz) April 11, 2025
While one fan calls, “Dana ‘The Out of Touch Ret*rd’ White.”
Dana “The Out of Touch Retard” White
— UTGrizz (@GrizzlyVol) April 11, 2025
On the other hand, one fan suggests, “Dana is awful always has been always will be he’s done fuck all for the company and is just a face.”
Dana is awful always has been always will be he’s done fuck all for the company and is just a face
— muttonchopsman (@alexbibble1) April 11, 2025
One fan feels bad seeing UFC’s downfall. He said, “Man the UFC has gone to shit.”
Man the UFC has gone to shit
— zeewhy (@Jokicfan11) April 12, 2025
Sean O’Malley Confident Ahead Of Merab Dvalishvili Rematch At UFC 316
Following the announcement of UFC 316 main event, Sean O’Malley showed no lack of confidence ahead of his rematch with Merab Dvalishvili. He pointed out that he was dealing with a groin injury during their last fight, which affected his performance. Now, he’s focuses on coming in healthier, sharper, and ready to show what he’s truly capable of in the octagon.
White’s decisions, O’Malley’s confidence, and the overall tension make it an interesting buildup. Now, it’s all about what happens when they finally face off in the octagon and how this event could shape the future of the UFC.
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