UFC welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley has boldly taken a stand against his boss, Dana White, after feeling disrespected and overlooked. But here's where it gets personal: Buckley, known for his explosive personality and viral knockout in 2020, is now calling out White for forgetting his name and dismissing his boxing skills. This comes on the heels of Buckley’s recent loss to former champion Kamaru Usman, which marked his first UFC defeat since 2022. Despite being sidelined from the Octagon, Buckley has stayed active, focusing on improving his wrestling game—a move that shows his dedication to returning stronger. Yet, it’s his off-the-mat antics that have kept him in the spotlight, particularly his recent feud with boxing stars Shakur Stevenson and Terence Crawford. Buckley boldly claimed MMA is more thrilling than boxing and even challenged Crawford to a sparring match, a move that caught White’s attention—though not in the way Buckley hoped.
And this is the part most people miss: When asked about the feud, White struggled to recall Buckley’s name before brushing off his boxing abilities. Buckley didn’t take this lightly, firing back in a social media video: ‘Damn, Dana. You done forgot who I was, huh?’ He reminded White of his 2020 Knockout of the Year, his viral fame, and his streak in 2024, questioning how someone so prominent could be overlooked. Buckley’s frustration isn’t just about ego—it’s about representation. He believes MMA fighters deserve a place in Zuffa Boxing and challenges White to give them a chance to prove their worth against boxers. ‘Get your boy Callum Walsh in the Apex with me… And I’ll show you how I get down in the boxing ring,’ he declared.
Here’s the controversial twist: Dana White, despite his role in the 2017 Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather spectacle, has never been a fan of boxing vs. MMA debates. But with his involvement in Zuffa Boxing, these questions are bound to keep coming. Buckley’s stance raises a thought-provoking question: Are MMA fighters truly undervalued in the boxing world, or is Buckley overstepping? What do you think? Let’s spark a discussion in the comments—agree or disagree, but let’s keep it respectful and insightful!
