UFC President Dana White offers support as Floyd Mayweather faces reported USD 170 Million financial blow
UFC CEO says he has spoken with Mayweather privately and is open to helping the boxing legend.
UFC President & CEO Dana White has publicly offered his support to longtime friend Floyd Mayweather as the undefeated boxing legend reportedly deals with legal and financial troubles involving an estimated $170 million.
The pair have shared a close relationship for years, dating back to Mayweather’s boxing prime. Their friendship famously produced the blockbuster 2017 crossover bout between Mayweather and Conor McGregor, one of the biggest combat sports events ever promoted.
Despite Mayweather’s recent struggles making headlines, the UFC President revealed that the two have remained in contact and have discussed the situation privately.
Dana White says he is waiting for the legal process to unfold
Speaking after a recent Zuffa Boxing event in Las Vegas, White admitted he does not yet know the full extent of the issues surrounding Mayweather’s finances. With several different reports circulating, the UFC CEO said he prefers to wait until the legal process provides more clarity.
“Yeah, that’s a tough one,” White said when asked about Mayweather.
“I’ve talked to him about it but I don’t know enough about it. You hear all these different stories and I think you have to wait to see how this thing is going to play out in court for him.”
White also reflected on the harsh reality that many elite athletes face after retirement, explaining that wealth accumulated over decades can sometimes disappear because of poor management, legal disputes, or outside influences.
“But when somebody works as hard as he did and amasses the type of wealth that he had and then they lose it, or it gets stolen or whatever the deal is, it’s horrible, and it happens a lot in professional sports.”
Floyd Mayweather’s future remains uncertain
White did not rule out working with Mayweather again if the opportunity presented itself. While he stopped short of revealing any concrete plans, he hinted that the pair could potentially collaborate in the future if it helped the boxing icon navigate his current situation.
“So who knows? Anything is possible and maybe we could do something to figure it out for him,” White added.
Mayweather had recently been linked to a series of exhibition bouts, including a scheduled appearance against kickboxing legend Mike Zambidis in Athens as part of a planned three-fight tour. Reports had also suggested potential high-profile matchups against Mike Tyson and longtime rival Manny Pacquiao before returning to professional boxing.
However, those plans have appeared to stall as attention shifts toward Mayweather’s reported legal and financial challenges.
Although the outcome remains uncertain, White’s comments make it clear that one of combat sports’ most influential figures is prepared to support his longtime friend if the need arises.
What did Dana White say about Floyd Mayweather’s reported financial issues?
Dana White said he has spoken privately with Floyd Mayweather, sympathized with his situation, and suggested they could potentially work together to help if needed.
Why are Floyd Mayweather’s finances making headlines?
Reports claim Mayweather is facing legal and financial issues involving an estimated $170 million, although the matter is still expected to play out through the courts.
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