UFC President Dana White has publicly dismissed the notion of a boxing match with prominent promoter Eddie Hearn, despite their ongoing verbal exchanges. White, known for his direct approach, stated that he feels his own promotional organization, the UFC, is not on the same level as what he perceives to be Hearn’s promotion of “real fighters.”
The comments came as White was asked about the possibility of a contest between himself and Hearn, a frequently discussed topic in the combat sports world due to their public disagreements and jabs at each other’s respective organizations. However, White’s response suggests he views such a hypothetical scenario as beneath the UFC’s standing.
“I’m Old,” White stated when asked about the potential matchup, implying age as a factor, but more significantly, he followed up with a remark that highlighted a perceived disparity in talent and prestige. He indicated that the UFC, in his view, wouldn’t warrant inclusion on a card featuring the caliber of athletes he associates with Hearn’s boxing promotions.
This statement underscores White’s strong belief in the UFC’s unique position within the combat sports landscape, particularly in mixed martial arts. While Hearn has been instrumental in promoting some of boxing’s biggest stars and events, White seems to be drawing a firm line between the two sports and their respective promotional achievements, suggesting he doesn’t see a direct competitive comparison that would necessitate such a crossover event.
English Translation:
UFC President Dana White has publicly dismissed the notion of a boxing match with prominent promoter Eddie Hearn, despite their ongoing verbal exchanges. White, known for his direct approach, stated that he feels his own promotional organization, the UFC, is not on the same level as what he perceives to be Hearn’s promotion of “real fighters.”
The comments came as White was asked about the possibility of a contest between himself and Hearn, a frequently discussed topic in the combat sports world due to their public disagreements and jabs at each other’s respective organizations. However, White’s response suggests he views such a hypothetical scenario as beneath the UFC’s standing.
“I’m Old,” White stated when asked about the potential matchup, implying age as a factor, but more significantly, he followed up with a remark that highlighted a perceived disparity in talent and prestige. He indicated that the UFC, in his view, wouldn’t warrant inclusion on a card featuring the caliber of athletes he associates with Hearn’s boxing promotions.
This statement underscores White’s strong belief in the UFC’s unique position within the combat sports landscape, particularly in mixed martial arts. While Hearn has been instrumental in promoting some of boxing’s biggest stars and events, White seems to be drawing a firm line between the two sports and their respective promotional achievements, suggesting he doesn’t see a direct competitive comparison that would necessitate such a crossover event.