Dana White downplays UFC glove deal talks with Trevor Wittman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:40 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
At a UFC Fight Night post-fight press conference in Las Vegas, Dana White expressed doubt about reaching a deal with Trevor Wittman for his glove design. Wittman, known for creating gloves intended to reduce eye pokes, has faced challenges in negotiations with the UFC. White revealed that Wittman’s team sought $100 million for the glove, a request he deemed unrealistic. While White remains open to future discussions, he stated he is not confident about finding a resolution, emphasizing the financial difficulties of the proposal.
- •Dana White questions $100 million demand for gloves.
- •Discussions between UFC and Trevor Wittman ongoing but uncertain.
- •White wants to support Rashad Evans' investment in the gloves.
- •Wittman's glove design aims to reduce eye pokes in fights.
- 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Dana White: Trevor Wittman's team wanted $100 million for UFC gloves
"Dana White is "not confident at all" that UFC will reach a deal with Trevor Wittman to use his glove design.
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