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Fights fans from around the world are eagerly waiting to see the fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. The two are actively training for the possible MMA showdown as UFC president Dana White is looking forward to promoting the fight. Moreover, the 53-year-old promoter recently gave us an insight into the behind-the-scene talks regarding the battle of the billionaires.

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The back and forth between the CEOs of SpaceX and Meta is well documented, to say the least. The mutual agreement between the two for a cage fight has sparked a lot of interest in the MMA community. Meanwhile, Dana White has provided details regarding the happenings behind making this fight possible.

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Dana White is in conversation with Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg

During the recent post-fight Power Slap press conference, the UFC president addressed the situation regarding Zuckerberg’s fight with Musk. A reporter asked White if Musk was trying to evade the fight, to which Dana White replied in the negative. He said, “Is Elon Musk ducking [Mark Zuckerberg]? No. Nobody is ducking anybody.”

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He assured that both parties were serious about the fight. Besides, White also mentioned that he’s been in touch with Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg and discussing their potential showdown. “I literally talked to Elon yesterday, and I was with Zuckerberg two days ago,” said the UFC president.

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Similarly, when the reporters wanted to know if there was a planned date for the fight, the UFC boss said that it was still in the works. White added, “Working on it.” However, that’s not the only thing he had to say about the fight. Previously Dana White also revealed details regarding the potential venue for the fight.

UFC president hinted at the Colosseum as the targeted venue for the fight

Dana White was not present during UFC 291. There were claims that he was on vacation in Italy. Besides, the 53-year-old promoter revealed his intentions to visit the country during his recent appearance on ‘Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson’. While he was in Italy, White had a meeting with the Minister of Culture. They had a chat about getting to host the Musk vs Zuckerberg fight at the Colosseum.

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Not only that, but Dana White also confirmed that the procedure fight between these two billionaires will be the same as any other professional fight. Both Musk and Zuckerberg will undergo drug tests to ensure that no unfair means will be at play.

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The UFC president mentioned that this potential fight has the ability to garner billions in revenue. If it does happen, it will go down in history as the biggest fight in the history of combat sports. Who do you think will emerge victorious? Drop your comments below.

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Himanga Mahanta is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports and a key pillar of the combat sports team. With over three years in sports journalism, he leads the site’s MMA PPV Live Coverage Desk, closely working with real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and trend-driven insights that keep fans ahead of the curve. From breaking news and beat reports to exclusive stories and sharp opinion pieces, Himanga’s coverage spans the full spectrum of the MMA world. His insightful reporting has earned recognition within the combat sports community, including mentions from notable figures such as Chael Sonnen. A keen observer of fight dynamics and a devoted Conor McGregor fan, Himanga blends passion with journalistic precision, making his work a reliable go-to for UFC followers worldwide.

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