Logan Paul Confronted by Dana White Over Fighting ‘Smaller Guy’ Floyd Mayweather

UFC head honcho Dana White scrutinizes Logan Paul and Jake Paul for fighting guys who are visibly smaller in size.

Logan Paul Confronted by Dana White Over Fighting ‘Smaller Guy’ Floyd Mayweather

Dana White grills Logan Paul for fighting Floyd Mayweather (via Wall Street Journal, Fight Freaks)

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Exhibition fights have become a growing trend in combat sports, with social media influencers stepping into the ring against some of boxing’s most legendary figures. These high-profile bouts blur the line between entertainment and professional competition, often drawing massive attention from fans. UFC CEO Dana White recently questioned Logan Paul about his decision to fight smaller opponents.

The comments from White relate to the ‘Bragging Rights’ Floyd Mayweather vs Logan Paul exhibition bout that took place in June 2021. While the bout generated enormous pay-per-view revenue and widespread attention, the size difference between Paul and the legendary boxer was apparent. Mayweather weighed in at 155 pounds while Paul weighed in at 189.5 pounds.

White recently appeared on the IMPAULSIVE podcast, hosted by Paul, and discussed a variety of topics with the influencer and WWE superstar. The conversation quickly turned towards Logan’s brother, Jake Paul, who is set to fight boxing champion Gervonta Davis in November. However, the UFC CEO strained on the choice of opponents that have been chosen by the Paul brothers in their boxing ventures.

He is gonna fight ******* Gervonta Davis. You guys need to fight guys your same size. When you fought Floyd, you were massive. You were a massive ******* dude, Floyd’s tiny, and I’m sure when you were training, you were like gonna hit this guy with a couple of punches, grab him, and tie him up. He did hit you with a ******* bomb of an overhand right one time, and you ate that punch.

Dana White via IMPAULSIVE

White revealed that Jake will do the same with Davis, with the only difference being the power of the punch. However, Paul asked White if this was the reason he did not let the fight with UFC superstar Conor McGregor proceed. The UFC CEO, however, again reminded Paul regarding the size difference, as the Irishman had fought at 145-155 pounds during his prime.

Meanwhile, Jake Paul has been carving out his own path in the boxing world, building a reputation for taking on professional fighters and earning significant success. His ventures have included matches against former MMA stars, such as Anderson Silva, and established boxers, like Tommy Fury, which were controversial. However, they have positioned him as a significant influencer in the modern crossover fight landscape.

Ultimately, the dialogue between Logan Paul and Dana White underscores the tension between entertainment and legitimacy in modern combat sports. As the Paul brothers continue to pursue headline-making fights, competitive fairness is likely to follow them, ensuring their every move remains under scrutiny from both fans and experts alike.

Logan Paul and Dana White discuss the COVID 19 vaccination

Conversations in combat sports often stretch beyond the cage or the ring, touching on personal choices and life outside of fighting. During a recent sit-down, the topic shifted from entertainment to health, offering fans a glimpse into a more personal side of UFC head honcho Dana White.

Logan Paul and Dana White
Logan Paul and Dana White (via MMA Weekly)

The UFC was in full swing during the COVID-19 pandemic when other sports were temporarily shut down. White was the trailblazer behind the UFC’s success during the pandemic. He also recently spoke about the problems faced by the UFC during that time period. The UFC CEO got candid with Logan Paul regarding his decision to take the vaccine during a time when the virus was at its peak.

I got vaccinated. I had to. I was under a lot of heat. Now imagine I show up somewhere and they catch me with a fake vaccination certificate. I don’t think so. My thing was I’m ******* 50 years old, I got kids, what’s gonna happen to me? And then people start dropping dead of heart attacks.

Dana White via IMPAULSIVE

Dana White acknowledged hearing concerns but downplayed the idea that it had affected him personally. Still, his remarks touched on the unease many people felt during that period, as debates over health, safety, and responsibility played out in public and private alike.

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