Dana White Addresses UFC Fight Fixing Scandal Allegations

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Dana White Addresses UFC Fight Fixing Scandal Allegations

UFC President Dana White recently addressed a serious allegation involving fight fixing that has raised concerns about the integrity of the organization. This scandal revolves around a match featuring Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier Del Valle at a UFC Fight Night event.

Details of the Fight and Allegations

The featherweight contest took place on November 1, 2025, at UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dulgarian lost to Del Valle by first-round submission. This defeat caught the attention of IC360, a betting integrity firm, which notified the UFC of suspicious betting activity before the fight.

White indicated that the UFC acted promptly upon receiving these alerts. They reached out to Dulgarian and his legal representative to investigate the situation. Despite Dulgarian’s assurances of his readiness to compete against Del Valle, critics have pointed out that his performance exhibited fundamental errors, leading commentators to call it “white belt stuff.”

Involvement of Law Enforcement

Following the match, White stated that the first action taken by the UFC was contacting the FBI. He mentioned having met with FBI officials twice in one day, emphasizing the organization’s zero-tolerance policy towards fight fixing.

Other Fighters Speak Out

In light of the scandal, several fighters have come forward on social media, sharing their experiences of being approached to fix fights. Notable mentions include:

Vince Morales: Offered a small sum of money to throw a fight.
Vanessa Demopoulos: Admitted to receiving an offer but refused, citing integrity.
David Onama: Previously highlighted a betting personality, “Skinny Bets,” after a fight in 2022.

Ongoing Investigations

Central to this controversy is James Krause, a former coach now under FBI investigation for his involvement in a past fixed fight. White expressed frustration over fighters not reporting these approaches to either the UFC or law enforcement.

Consequences of Fight Fixing

Fixing sporting events, including MMA bouts, carries severe legal consequences. In recent cases, penalties for bribery and fraud can result in federal prison sentences. The situation has heightened scrutiny on UFC and its fighters, especially with the recent arrest of NBA star Terry Rozier, linked to allegations of fixing betting props.