“We broke the all-time record,” Dana White reveals stunning UFC 292 feat beating legendary Bruce Springsteen during packed Boston fight event

Dana White talks about the major success of the UFC 292 card and talks about Sean O'Malley's star power.

“We broke the all-time record,” Dana White reveals stunning UFC 292 feat beating legendary Bruce Springsteen during packed Boston fight event

Dana White claims that UFC 292 sold more seats than Bruce Springsteen (Image Courtesy- NBC News, NY Times)

Ever since its takeover by President Dana White the UFC has been rising in popularity. The company has had many fighters who have elevated themselves to superstar status with their personality. During the post-fight press conference for UFC 292, White was asked about the newly crowned bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley’s status. White expressed his answer while stating some facts.

The UFC President spoke on O’Malley’s superstar status and his fan following comparing it to American singer Bruce Springsteen. He stated, “We broke the all-time record, Bruce Springsteen just played here. He did five million we did seven, also the Boston Garden we are the biggest thing other than their home team that plays here”. White also revealed that this was the biggest bantamweight fight in history.

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White also revealed that there is no such thing as “Dana White Privilege”. Before the fight, O’Malley’s opponent Aljamain Sterling had said that the only reason Suga got a title shot was due to privilege. White cleared out the rumors by explaining the only reason O’Malley got the fight was due to his hard work and massive fan following in the MMA community.

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O’Malley has been one of the most remarkable young fighters in the UFC in recent years, proving that he is a true bantamweight champion. There is no doubt that he’s one of the biggest superstars in the UFC. It will be fascinating to watch who O’Malley goes up against next.

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Sean O’Malley talks about nerves before fighting Aljamain Sterling

Sean O'Malley talks about getting nerves before championship fight
Sean O’Malley talks about getting nerves before championship fight(Image Courtesy- The Independent)

The fight between the two bantamweights delivered more than what was expected. Sterling had the potential to be the undisputed bantamweight GOAT. Whereas O’Malley manifested his plan for the fight and achieved his dream of becoming the champion. During the post-fight interview, O’Malley revealed his thoughts going into the biggest fight of his career.

He knew that he is going against one of the top bantamweights in UFC history and was not fully prepared for it mentally. He said, “This was the most nervous I’ve ever been for a fight. In my eyes, Aljamain Sterling is the best bantamweight of all time. But how can I not be confident when I possess this f**ing right hand, baby? O’Malley made sure to give his opponent the respect he deserved.

The fight proved O’Malley’s striking prowess and how skilled he is. There is no doubt that he is one of the most entertaining fighters in this era. His charisma trash-talk and social media presence is loved by the fans. Fans will look forward to seeing O’Malley defend his title in the future.

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