Dana White praises Akbar Abdullaev as potential UFC superstar
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:59 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

At Midnight Mania on September 15, Dana White expressed his high expectations for Akbar Abdullaev, who achieved a notable 20-second knockout and is seen as the uncrowned champion in One Championship. White's comments come after Abdullaev's striking performance, suggesting he could be a significant threat in the UFC. Meanwhile, Brian Ortega has expressed disappointment after pulling out of UFC 331 due to an injury sustained while training. Additionally, Jon Jones reacted to recent allegations of performance-enhancing drug use aimed at Islam Makhachev, reflecting ongoing tensions within the league.
- •Dana White labels Akbar Abdullaev a potential UFC superstar.
- •Abdullaev scored a 20-second knockout to earn recognition.
- •Brian Ortega withdraws from UFC 331 due to a facial injury.
- •Jon Jones addresses PED allegations against Islam Makhachev.
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