Dana White is open to the concept of Islam Makhachev headlining the upcoming White House card.
In June 2026, MMA’s premier promotion will host a once-in-a-lifetime event at President Donald Trump‘s official residence.
The show to have fun America’s 250th birthday is being targeted by the entire UFC’s biggest stars.
Islam Makhachev asked to be on the cardboard after taking Jack Della Maddalena’s welterweight title at UFC 322 on Saturday night.
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Dana White provides UFC White House card update
Dana White discussed how he envisages the White House card within the aftermath of UFC 322.
The UFC CEO says although it’s to have fun Independence Day, the event won’t be ruled by US fighters.
“It’s not America vs. the world,” White clarified.
“It’s what’s the most effective card we will construct?”
He added when asked if Islam Makhachev could headline the UFC White House card: “We’re talking GOAT talk, depending on what he does in his next couple of fights. So, it’s a possibility.”
Ilia Topuria reacts to UFC 322
One in all the fighters Islam Makhachev could face on the White House branded him ‘boring’ after UFC 322.
Ilia Topuria also took shots at Jack Della Maddalena‘s performance on Saturday night.
Who should Islam Makhachev fight next?
“Jack needs a whole camp dedicated simply to wrestling,” the UFC lightweight champion tweeted.
“What a disappointment of a champion. It is best to go to Georgia to learn something.
“Islam, you would like something you’ll be able to’t train: emotion. You’re essentially the most boring thing on this game.
“Daily I’m more certain I put you to sleep.”