Boxing Writers Reject White's Criticism

Boxing journalists are standing firm after UFC president Dana White took aim at their coverage of the sport.

MMA Mania reports that boxing writers refused to be intimidated by what one described as a "flustered" White, with the reporter adding that "the bar is just extremely low" for combat sports journalism. The exchange came as White has increased his criticism of boxing media in recent months, particularly as UFC Zuffa Boxing launches its promotional efforts.

Boxing Media Defends Its Coverage

The response marks a contrast with MMA reporters, who have historically been more hesitant to push back against White's public attacks on the press. According to the MMA Mania story, boxing journalists have shown a willingness to defend their work and standards when challenged by the promoter.

White has ramped up his public criticism of boxing coverage as UFC parent company TKO Group expands deeper into the sport. The promoter has questioned everything from scoring analysis to investigative reporting in the boxing world, drawing comparisons to his longstanding battles with MMA media.

The boxing press corps appears unlikely to shift its approach despite White's complaints. One journalist noted the standards issue cuts both ways, suggesting UFC's own media operation has set a low bar for accountability and critical coverage in combat sports.

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• MMA Mania — Boxing journalists won’t be bullied by ‘flustered’ Dana White: ‘The bar is just extremely low’