At UFC Vegas 74’s post-fight press conference, Dana White discussed his interest in a potential bout between Jon Jones and Tyson Fury, should Fury wish to prove he is the “baddest man on the planet.” White had previously expressed intrigue in making such a fight happen, and reiterated his interest following the event.
When asked about Jones’s current plans, White couldn’t resist issuing the challenge once again, stating that Jones is undoubtedly the “baddest man on the planet” in his eyes. Fury, a boxing champ, has been a point of discussion in the context of the “baddest man” debate, and White believes a fight with Jones in the octagon would settle the matter.
White made it clear that he has great respect for Fury but believes the fight is necessary to determine the ultimate champion. Fury has responded, saying he is happy to fight Jones, but only if the bout takes place in a boxing ring.
White stressed that this is not about disrespect or trash talk but resolving a debate and seeing the two champions compete against each other. As a result, he has offered to make the fight happen and claims he is open to discussing payment with Fury. He believes the result can only be determined by having the combatants face each other in the octagon.
