UFC CEO Dana White Shuts Down Ali Act Questions at Canelo, Crawford Presser

During the pre-fight press conference for the highly anticipated Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford boxing match, UFC CEO Dana White vehemently rejected questions from reporter Sean Zittel regarding TKO Boxing's efforts to amend the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act. White insisted that the press conference was not the appropriate forum to discuss the proposed Muhammad Ali Revival Act, which seeks to modernize boxing regulations but faces criticism for potentially undermining fighter pay. Despite Zittel's persistent questioning about the impact of these reforms and ongoing legal challenges faced by White's company, White repeatedly shut down the inquiry, urging the reporter to schedule a separate interview if interested. The tension escalated to the point where White swore and told the reporter to leave, emphasizing that the event should focus on the fighters rather than business matters. The Muhammad Ali Reform Act is designed to protect boxers from unfair practices, and the proposed changes have sparked debate within the boxing community. White's defensive response highlights the contentious nature of these reforms as TKO Boxing seeks to reshape the sport's regulatory landscape.