The internet’s favorite rivalry between Hasbulla Magomedov and Abdu Rozik has captivated social media since 2021. These two personalities burst onto the combat sports scene with their viral confrontation, leading to endless speculation about a potential showdown. Hasbulla even secured a five-year promotional deal with the UFC, while Rozik found his own path to stardom through various entertainment ventures.
Dana White recently addressed the elephant in the room during the Power Slap 9 post-event media scrum. When asked about potentially staging this long-awaited clash on the Power Slap platform, White’s response was, well, as expected.
“But do we really want to see those dudes fight? I mean, come on. Come on. Y’all are sick f*cking individuals, okay? Everyone of you in this room. No, sir. The answer is no, I would not make those guys fight.”
Dana White just called a reporter a “sick f*cking individual” for wanting to see Hasbulla compete in Power Slap 💀 pic.twitter.com/aQ1iy6uHnE
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) October 24, 2024
The relationship between Dana White and Hasbulla has evolved into something quite wholesome. White recently demonstrated his soft spot for the Russian internet sensation by arranging special seating for him at UFC Abu Dhabi.
Hasbulla’s presence alongside White during Umar Nurmagomedov’s victory over Cory Sandhagen showed that sometimes the best rivalries are better left as social media entertainment rather than actual physical contests.
While the UFC and Power Slap regularly push boundaries with unique matchups, some lines remain firmly drawn. White’s emphatic rejection of this potential matchup between Hasbulla and Abu Rozik, despite its obvious viral appeal, showcased that certain proposals cross an ethical line. It’s a refreshing reminder that not everything that could make money should be made into a spectacle.
Dana White Reveals Real Reason For Signing Hasbulla To The UFC
The UFC has always had an eye for unique marketing opportunities. When Hasbulla Magomedov burst onto the social media scene, his charismatic personality and close association with Khabib Nurmagomedov quickly caught everyone’s attention. The pint-sized sensation from Dagestan became an internet phenomenon, amassing millions of followers.
Dana White saw something special in Hasbulla beyond just social media numbers. In a recent press meeting, the UFC CEO finally pulled back the curtain on the promotion’s surprising decision to sign the Russian internet star in 2022.
“So we did a deal with Hasbulla. We signed him to a deal. He is gonna be in the video game and he gets his own fight kit, you know, and he got paid for that. So that dude’s doing some cool sh*t and making some big money. Could not happen to a nicer, nicer kid. I like him.”
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Dana White’s enthusiasm for the partnership shines through. It’s refreshing to see the UFC CEO, known for his tough negotiations and hard-nosed business approach, show such warmth toward the social media star. The deal represents a win-win situation where both parties benefit. The UFC gains a unique marketing asset while Hasbulla continues to expand his entertainment empire.
