Dana White discusses Bella Mir after loss at Contender Series

Dana White confirmed he reached out to Bella Mir following her loss to Alex Apodaca on the third week of the tenth season of Dana White’s Contender Series. Despite being a favored prospect heading into the bout, Mir failed to secure a UFC contract after the defeat. White stated during a press conference on September 2, 2026, that he spoke with Mir immediately after the match to assess her condition. According to the UFC CEO, Mir remained optimistic about her career path and expressed an intent to return to competition stronger. White left open the possibility for a future appearance on the series for Mir, noting that any decision regarding a return would be coordinated with her father, former heavyweight champion Frank Mir. Bella Mir previously noted that she is focused on her future training following the setback.

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