It seems like Donald Trump has permanently booked his name in the headlines of the combat world. A few days back, when he got shot at in Pennsylvania, his close bond with the UFC star made him the talk of the fight world. Once again, his name in UFC started buzzing when his close friend Dana White gave an electrifying introduction to the former president at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. It showed how strong their bond is, leaving fans pumped.
Whatever happened last week drew millions of eyeballs to the recent RNC. Former WWE star Hulk Hogan, known for his iconic shirt-tearing, received the biggest cheers. However, another name that became the talk of the town was White, whose passionate RNC introduction, similar to Bruce Buffer’s style, awed fans.
In his speech, the UFC boss highlighted his two-decade bond with Trump. He introduced Trump to accept the presidential nomination. He praised the 78-year-old for his commitment to the American people and his dedication to public service.
While the internet is known for the wild world, White’s speech drew mixed reactions. Some humorously noted that he didn’t use the chance to defend Jon Jones or his claim to the top pound-for-pound spot. A fan said, “I’m surprised he didn’t use his time to tell everyone why Jon Jones is the #1 Pound 4 Pound fighter in the UFC.”
One fan suggested that White should bring the BMF belt for Trump.
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Another fan praised White’s speech.
A fan expressed concern that White might damage his vocal cords one day.
The Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather press conference reminded one fan of White’s voice at RNC.
Dana White’s Perspective on Jon Jones as the Top P4P Fighter
With Makhachev at the top of the UFC pound-for-pound rankings, Alex Pereira moved to number 2, and Jon Jones fell to number 3. This shift prompted Dana White to lash out at a reporter who questioned the rankings at the UFC post-fight conference, with White responding:
“Jon Jones has never lost a fight, ever. He’s fought all the baddest dudes in the world, and then when you think about what pound-for-pound rankings really mean. He moved up to heavyweight and destroyed the best guy in the world. As long as Jon Jones is still fighting, active and in the rankings. Nobody is pound-for-pound the best fighter in the world.”
Media votes determine the P4P rankings, and Jones dropped due to injury-related inactivity in the octagon. However, he can regain the number one position by returning to the octagon and securing a win.
