Dana White Dismisses Eddie Hearn’s Meeting Proposal Amid Fury vs. Joshua Feud
Dana White has labelled the ongoing feud with Eddie Hearn as 'silly', insisting he is promoting the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight.
In a recent press interaction, UFC president Dana White expressed his frustration over the ongoing public feud with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, particularly regarding the upcoming Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua superfight. White has been vocal about his involvement in promoting the event, while Hearn has consistently denied these claims, leading to a contentious back-and-forth that has overshadowed the fight itself.
Background of the Dispute
The feud has been a significant talking point throughout 2026, with both parties exchanging barbs in the media. The latest development arose when Hearn suggested that White’s absence from the opening press conference was due to contractual restrictions. Hearn also indicated a willingness to meet with White to discuss the event, which White found unnecessary.
White’s Response
During a media session following Dana White’s Contender Series, he refuted Hearn’s claims about his absence from the press conference, stating, “It wasn’t because it’s weird if Dana White doesn’t show up to Dana White’s Contender Series on a Tuesday?” He emphasised that he has not missed a single episode in a decade and clarified that he had commitments on the same day as the press conference.
White further dismissed the idea of a meeting with Hearn, questioning the purpose of such a discussion. He stated, “What should we possibly meet about?” He reiterated his role in the promotion of the fight, asserting, “I am producing the fight. I am promoting the fight. I will be there at the fight.” White’s comments reflect a desire to shift the focus back to the fighters rather than the ongoing drama between promoters.
Focus on the Fight
Despite the tension, both White and Hearn seem to agree that the focus should remain on the fighters, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, who are set to face off in what is expected to be a lucrative bout. White remarked, “AJ and Fury are fighting! Those two are gonna make a f*ck-ton of money. The fight is finally happening.” He expressed his frustration at being a central topic of discussion, stating, “It’s not about me and him. AJ and Fury is the fight. Who gives a shit about me and Eddie Hearn?”
As the fight date approaches, fans are eager to see how this feud will play out and whether it will impact the promotion of one of boxing’s most anticipated matchups.
Source: This original report was produced by WTGO Newsroom using verified reporting from MMA Fighting.