Dana White Dismisses Latest Invitation to Meet with Eddie Hearn
Dana White has rejected a request from Eddie Hearn to meet, dismissing the ongoing public feud between the two as unproductive and silly.
UFC CEO Dana White has expressed frustration regarding the ongoing public tension with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn. The two have been engaged in a recurring feud throughout 2026, primarily centered on disputes regarding promotional rights for high-profile boxing events.
The latest point of contention involves the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua superfight. While White has consistently maintained that he is involved in the promotion of the contest, Hearn has frequently challenged those assertions. Recently, Hearn extended an invitation to meet with White to resolve their differences and clarify the promotional landscape surrounding the matchup.
White addressed the invitation during recent media availability, dismissing the possibility of a meeting and labeling the situation as unnecessary. White characterized the ongoing back-and-forth as "silly," signaling that he has little interest in engaging further with the Matchroom Boxing chairman.
This exchange follows months of public critiques between the two executives, with Hearn having previously expressed concerns regarding the crossover of promotional strategies between the UFC and various boxing entities. For now, White appears intent on distancing himself from further public dialogue with the British promoter.
Source: MMA Fighting.
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