Dana White Admits Mistake in Ruling Out Women from UFC

Dana White, the head of the UFC, confessed to a major error in judgment when he categorically dismissed the idea of women ever competing in the UFC.

Historic Moment in MMA

Despite the abundance of elite female fighters in the UFC today, it wasn't long ago that women were excluded from the top-tier mixed martial arts competition.

The groundbreaking first women's UFC fight took place in 2013, featuring Ronda Rousey and Liz Carmouche.

Turning the Tide

Over the past 11 years, women's MMA has made significant strides, with the UFC now boasting three weight classes and a pound-for-pound ranking for women.

Iconic fighters like Zhang Weili and Valentina Shevchenko have become fan favorites in the sport.

Recognizing the Impact

White acknowledges the vital role women have played in the growth of women's MMA and how they have brought new levels of success to the organization.

While praising the UFC for investing equally in women's MMA, White admits he underestimated the potential of female fighters to enhance the sport.

Reflecting on his past stance, White humorously remarked, "What an idiot that guy was," when confronted with his previous statements.