Dana White Reacts to Alexander Volkov’s UFC 333 Performance

UFC CEO Dana White addressed Alexander Volkov's performance at UFC 333 following the heavyweight contender's decision victory over Rizvan Kuniev in Abu Dhabi. White had previously drawn criticism during the pre-fight press conference for seemingly failing to recognize Volkov, though White insisted he was merely playing along with a comedic shtick.

Following his win over Kuniev, Volkov publicly campaigned for a UFC heavyweight title shot against champion Ciryl Gane, though he later acknowledged some of his demands were made in jest. White praised multiple standout performers across the event, which was headlined by Alexander Volkanovski defending his featherweight belt against Movsar Evloev.