Dana White criticizes UFC broadcast team for Shakur Stevenson error
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 7:06 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Dana White expressed frustration at the UFC 329 post-fight press conference after a graphic mistake misidentified boxer Shakur Stevenson as NBA player Jalen Williams. White, who has previously praised his production team, deemed the incident unacceptable, highlighting a series of similar blunders in UFC broadcasts. The error occurred during a star-studded event featuring Conor McGregor's return fight. White's outburst emphasizes ongoing issues with celebrity recognition during UFC broadcasts.
- •Dana White airs grievances after UFC 329's graphic error.
- •Shakur Stevenson was misidentified as Jalen Williams on camera.
- •White criticized his team for repeated celebrity misidentifications.
- •The incident occurred during a notable fight featuring Conor McGregor.
- •UFC has a history of similar broadcast mistakes.
- 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White blows up on UFC production team after Shakur Stevenson gaffe: 'We are the worst ever to f***ing do it'
"Dana White wasn't happy to see yet another celebrity screw-up from his production team at UFC 329.
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