Dana White Talks About Leaving UFC Amid Health Concerns By: Shreya Jha Image Credit: UFC

In a recent press conference, UFC President Dana White talked about his retirement and the future of the UFC.

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Dana White has been working dedicatedly as the UFC president since then. Currently, he also owns a 9% share in the company.

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Under White's leadership, UFC has reached a global audience due to vast broadcasting and consistently hosting events internationally. He currently claims the UFC's valuation is around $10 billion.

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In a recent press conference, UFC President Dana White talked about his retirement and the future of the UFC.

Dana White has been working dedicatedly as the UFC president since then. Currently, he also owns a 9% share in the company.

Under White's leadership, UFC has reached a global audience due to vast broadcasting and consistently hosting events internationally. He currently claims the UFC's valuation is around $10 billion.

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