After the fifth week of Dana White's Contender Series, UFC CEO Dana White answered questions from the media, primarily discussing UFC 306: O'Malley vs Dvalishvili at Sphere in Las Vegas. He also mentioned the halfway mark of the show's eighth season and the importance of the event on September 14.
With only a few days left until the highly anticipated Riyadh Season Noche UFC event at Sphere, excitement is mounting for this unique occasion. White briefly discussed the challenges and visuals involved in organizing such an event. He mentioned that one of the major obstacles to overcome was the absence of a lighting grid above the Octagon.
White stated that everything is set and ready for the event, with all the necessary components in place. The focus now is on continuous rehearsal leading up to the event. He mentioned that unlike previous UFC events, no further adjustments are being made at this stage. White also provided details about the in-arena experience, including the elements that will be displayed on the large screen in Sphere while the fights are happening live.
White expressed his satisfaction and excitement about the event, emphasizing his pride in the preparations and his eagerness for the event to unfold. He acknowledged that the true outcome will only be known once the event takes place.
The conversation briefly touched on the defending champion headlining UFC 306. The rising star has been associated with high expectations since his introduction on Dana White’s Contender Series, and his upcoming appearance on September 14 will take his career to new heights.
Comparisons between the rising star and Conor McGregor have been circulating among fans and White. White highlighted McGregor's ability to deliver in significant fights and expressed confidence that O’Malley, with his similar intelligence and skills, will also succeed in important matches.