Dana White frustrated by fighter decorum at UFC 330 main event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

At UFC 330, Dana White expressed frustration after Ian Machado Garry and Islam Makhachev showed kindness during a critical fifth round. White criticized the decision to high-five and hug instead of maintaining aggression, suggesting it showcased a lack of killer instinct. Despite the show of respect, Makhachev secured the fight by unanimous decision, winning for the 17th consecutive time. Both fighters displayed skill, with Machado Garry successfully defending against Makhachev's takedowns and delivering significant strikes. The unexpected behavior raised questions about sportsmanship in high-stakes matches.
- •Dana White criticized Ian Machado Garry's behavior during the fifth round.
- •Islam Makhachev won UFC 330 by unanimous decision.
- •Machado Garry defended against Makhachev's takedowns effectively.
- •Makhachev captured his 17th consecutive victory.
- •The fight highlighted the balance between respect and competition.
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"UFC's Dana White addressed how he feels about fighters showing kindness and respect during high-stakes bouts in the octagon after at UFC 330.
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