5 Most Powerful Figures in MMA (#4 will surprise you)

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Dana White

This really needs no introduction. The UFC is the largest organisation in MMA and it was essentially responsible for the explosion in the sport’s popularity in the mid-2000s.

Dana White has been the face of the organisation for well over a decade in his capacity as UFC President.

When it comes to dealing with media inquiries, chances are White is answering the questions. When it comes to travelling and promoting the growing number of UFC events at the ever expanding number of event locations, chances are White will be running press conferences and mingling with relevant figures.

His demeanour has made him a divisive figure among MMA fans and critics. Some dislike him because of his seemingly brash approach while others admire his unconventional nature in the context of his executive role.

Whatever your view may be, the fact is that Dana White is highly influential in how the UFC is run, which makes him one of the sport’s most powerful men.

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From Perth, Australia, Bruno has been an MMA fan on and off (mostly on) for 10 years. He did Taekwondo for a few years as a kid and dabbled in BJJ and Muay Thai as an adult, but is more an MMA fan than anything else. He is also an experienced journalist and writer, having written a number of articles on an array of topics.