Dana White addresses Joe Rogan's 'gimmick' comment about UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Dana White has responded to Joe Rogan's criticism of UFC Freedom 250, scheduled for June 14 on the White House lawn. The event features two title fights, including Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title. White acknowledges Rogan’s concerns about outdoor conditions affecting high-level fights but refutes the 'gimmick' label attributed to the event. He emphasizes the significance of the fights and the celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The UFC event is projected to cost around $60 million without expectation of profit, raising further discussions on its business implications.
- •UFC Freedom 250 set for June 14 at the White House
- •Event features title fights including Pereira vs. Gane
- •White defends the event's significance against Rogan's remarks
- •Event expected to cost $60 million without profit
- •Concerns raised about outdoor fight conditions
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White responds to Joe Rogan calling UFC Freedom 250 a 'gimmick'
"Dana White respects Joe Rogan's opinions, but did push back on the labeling UFC Freedom 250 as a "gimmick."
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