UFC Head honcho, Dana White possibly had the worst start to the new year. As White was involved in a straightforward case of spousal abuse at a new year’s party in Cabo San Lucas nightclub. They seemingly got into a fight after White said something, but got a slap from his better half, Anne White, in return. Because of that slap, the UFC boss got infuriated and raised his hand in a drunk state, without a second thought. This incident caused a tremendous commotion on social media. However, UFC fans are more shocked to see a notable sports journalist’s attempt to cover up his buddy’s deliberate mistake.

Dana White earns a small punishment for his mistake

Acclaimed NBA and UFC commentator, Stephen A. Smith, offered his thoughts on the UFC president’s altercation with his wife. Even though Smith condemned the action, his words came across as a parent who wants their child to be excused for a school fight. Or at least, that’s how MMA fans interpreted it.

Fans wrote on Twitter:

Most fans pointed out how hypocritical the journalists sound, as they try to address the issue from a neutral perspective. When both of them clearly have a bias towards the primary entity involved.

Some fans asked whether Smith was afraid to really let his thoughts on the matter and risk his status among peers.

However, Most MMA fans believe that these high-profile journalists do not wish to speak ill of the UFC boss. So instead, they are desperately trying to address the topic, while being careful not to stress about it.

Stephen A. Smith believes they should punish his friend

On 4th January, Stephen A. Smith had to report on the unpleasant altercation between Dana and Anne White on First Take. But, since he’s a friend, it was a hard topic for him.

Smith said, “Dana White is not just somebody that’s connected in the world of sports. He’s a friend. I love the guy, personally, So this is a very hard subject for me.”

Smith also pointed out that White needs to be punished. Just like any other man, who made the same mistake and said “we have to maintain consistency in pointing out, you do not put your hands on a woman if you are a man,”

And added, “Dana White knows that. All I can say is that again, he has spoken out against men who put their hands on women before, and whatever punishment you would exact under these circumstances to somebody else is what he should apply to himself.”

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