UFC President Dana White has weighed in on the topic of double champions, stating that while he’s not opposed to fighters vying for multiple titles, those who attempt it will need to defend their belts more frequently. According to White, promotions like the UFC have changed their philosophy to a case-by-case basis when it comes to allowing fighters to hold multiple belts.
White cited examples such as Weili Zhang, who has accomplished everything in her weight division and was given permission to hold both titles. However, he also expressed concerns that if a fighter is not capable of defending their title, they shouldn’t be allowed to pursue double championships.
The topic gained attention after Ilia Topuria vacated the UFC featherweight title, sparking questions about his future in the organization. White acknowledged that it makes sense for fighters to want to move up to a new weight class if they’re struggling with weight cuts, but emphasized that those who choose to pursue double championships will need to be more active and prepared.
There have been four double champions in UFC history: Henry Cejudo, Daniel Cormier, Conor McGregor, and Amanda Nunes. With the possibility of more fighters pursuing double championships, White’s stance on the matter has provided insight into how the organization plans to approach this issue.
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