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MMA News Roundup – Khamzat Chimaev Releases Training Pictures; Controversy Erupts at UFC Atlantic City Weigh Ins; Joe Rogan Reacts to Dana White Sponsoring His Energy Drink

Published 03/30/2024, 8:20 AM EDT

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The MMA world is always brimming with interesting stories and controversies. With the likes of Dana White at the helm, almost nothing could go wrong. Except when it does. In a recent situation that unfolded, a fighter ended up being overweight for his fight.

Other interesting headlines took the front page too. Khamzat Chimaev began full throttling his preparations against his next opponent, and Dana White gave Joe Rogan a shout out right before he was confused for actually being the podcaster. Here’s more on all of these stories.

What is Joe Rogan’s dream?

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We may never have an answer to the question. Perhaps because it was asked of Dana White, and not Joe Rogan himself. That’s right, the UFC head honcho appeared on The Sage Steele Show where he had a splendid conversation with the host. However, towards the end of the conversation, Steele called White Joe Rogan. An awkward moment that began doing the rounds on the internet. However, as the show began, Dana White proudly promoted Joe Rogan’s energy drink called ‘Elk’s Blood’ and even gave the host a bit to sip.

Thankful to his friend, Joe Rogan was quick to take notice. He soon shared an Instagram story of the clip that has been going viral for a while now. Steele also complimented the energy drink and its flavor which wasn’t too sweet for her.

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The interview is certainly one of Dana White‘s more interesting moments in recent past because not only did it show a vulnerable side of the UFC CEO but it also brought about such interesting moments. Such as Howie Mandel just randomly walking into the shot and having a conversation with White after he previously walked off his podcast. That was in Dana White’s control, but this weigh-in failure? Not quite.

Julio Arce weighs into trouble at UFC Atlantic City

Julio Arce was all set to go up against his opponent, Herbert Burns at UFC on ESPN: Blanchfield vs. Fiorot in Atlantic City. However, he wasn’t expecting the hitch that he would run into. According to sources, Arce ended up weighing about .25 pounds more.

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The featherweight fight seemingly hangs in the balance for the moment. While it isn’t apparent if it’s been canceled or not, it is believed that fines are being discussed for Arce to pay if he wants to go on with the fight. What will be the fate of it all?

Khamzat Chimaev ready for the action

Khamzat Chimaev has been an idle observer of the middleweight division ever since he defeated Kamaru Usman at UFC 294. However, he has only a little longer to wait now that his Fight Night main event has been announced against none other than Robert Whittaker.

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Chimaev will be fighting ‘Bobby Knuckles’ at UFC: Saudi Arabia. The first time the promotion goes to the country. He has reportedly begun his camp to prepare against the heavy striker who is coming off a win against Paulo Costa. Who will take this victory? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Also Read: Khamzat Chimaev ‘Always Gasses’; UFC Veteran Hands a Harsh Reality Check Over Robert Whittaker Face-Off

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Prit Chauhan is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. His portfolio shows him as the go-to event coverage writer at ES and his work on UFC 297 is proof of the same. As an experienced writer and a longtime MMA fan, Prit’s strong suit lies in telling the relatively unknown and more personal stories of fights and fighters.
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