League: Boxing Sport: Boxing Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Dana White expresses disgust over $20 million fight proposal with Eddie Hearn

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 1:10 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Dana White expresses disgust over $20 million fight proposal with Eddie Hearn

Summary

Dana White reacted negatively to a proposed fight with Eddie Hearn, suggested by Kalle Sauerland, that includes a $20 million prize. The proposal comes amid tensions between White and Hearn regarding the promotion of the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight, scheduled for December 11, 2026. Sauerland proposed a 'winner takes all' bout lasting six rounds, while White remains uninterested in participating. Following an inquiry about the match, White showed clear disdain but did not outright reject the idea. The ongoing feud highlights differing promotional priorities, with White favoring a New York venue as Hearn pushes for a UK location.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Dana White shows disgust at a $20 million fight proposal.
•Kalle Sauerland suggested a fight between White and Hearn.
•The conflict escalates ahead of the Fury vs. Joshua fight.
•White and Hearn disagree on the fight venue for Fury vs. Joshua.
•Hearn insists White cannot promote the December match.

Latest Updates

1:10 PMYahoo Sports — UFC’s Dana White visibly disgusted with $20million Eddie Hearn fight proposal

What they're saying

"
As the day approaches for the much-awaited Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight, fans have also noticed a rising feud between UFC’s Dana White and Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn. Now, boxing promoter and Misfits Boxing’s co-founder Kalle Sauerland has suggested a fight between Hearn and White, including an extremely high $20 million prize pot. Their […] The post UFC’s Dana White visibly disgusted with $20million Eddie Hearn fight proposal appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Boxing Boxing