D. White in a post-event interview. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube
At the helm of the UFC for almost 30 years, Dana White updated his list of the best fighters in the company's history. Asked about his favorites in MMA in a chat on the YouTube channel 'GQ Sports', the president revealed his highlights of the sport. The 'boss' selected five athletes.
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"Jon Jones, Anderson Silva, Ronda Rousey, Conor McGregor and GSP (Georges St-Pierre). There are many other people who should be on the list. (Kamaru) Usman should be there. Anyway, when you think about Jon, it's hard not to say that he's the best of all time,” he guaranteed.
Of the names listed by White in the top 5, only Jones and McGregor are still active in mixed martial arts. Former UFC champions, Anderson Silva, Ronda Rousey and GSP hung up their gloves.
Called the best of all time by Dana, Jon has not performed since February 2020. A light heavyweight legend (up to 93kg), the fighter is preparing to make his debut in the 120,2kg division. of Ultimate. The athlete, however, still does not have a confirmed date for his return to the octagon.
The only Brazilian on the UFC's 'big boss' list, Silva said goodbye to the organization at the end of 2020. The athlete is considered, by many, to be the best middleweight (up to 83,9kg) in history.
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