Miami was on fire tonight as UFC 314 took over the Kaseya Center in what turned out to be one of the most unforgettable nights in the promotion’s history. With the arena packed and the energy electric, Dana White & Co. returned to Magic City for the fourth time—and they did it in style. From start to finish, high-stakes action filled the card, but the main and co-main events truly stole the show. In the headliner, Alexander Volkanovski silenced the doubters and made history. At 36, he shattered the ‘Drake Curse’ and ended the brutal ‘0-17’ run for fighters over 35 in title fights at 155lbs or under, defeating Diego Lopes to reclaim the vacant featherweight crown and reminding the world why he’s one of the sport’s elite.

In the co-main, Paddy Pimblett stepped up and delivered a statement win over 38-year-old veteran Michael Chandler. With that victory, Pimblett edged closer to a title shot and proved he’s more than just hype—he’s a serious contender. The numbers backed up the night’s success. UFC 314 drew a roaring crowd of 18,287 fans and pulled in a massive live gate of $11,507,099, making it another big win for Dana White’s empire.

Apart from the PPV success, there were some discussions around White’s brainchild. One that involves slapping the soul out of people’s faces! During the post-fight press conference, a reporter asked White if fans could expect the $750 million juggernaut Power Slap to make its way to Miami in the future. With a grin, the UFC head honcho didn’t hesitate: “100%, yeah. Sooner than later.”

Still, UFC 314 didn’t quite top the charts when it comes to Miami’s biggest UFC events. That honor goes to UFC 299, held just last March and headlined by Sean O’Malley vs. Marlon Vera. That night pulled in a whopping $14,142,904 at the gate, currently sitting at No. 7 on the UFC’s all-time list.

As for the top spot overall, that remains untouched. UFC 306, hosted at the spectacular Sphere in Las Vegas, holds the crown with a staggering $21.8 million gate and record-breaking attendance. Even so, UFC 314 marked the promotion’s fourth trip to Miami and its first since UFC 299. With another successful event added to the record books, Dana White seems focused on more than just breaking numbers—he’s pushing the UFC’s reach to new heights, city by city. The only question is: what’s the next stop on this global takeover?

Dana White explained why UFC Baku will be the next big thing

What started as a rumor last month has now become a major reality—UFC is heading to Azerbaijan this summer. The idea initially caught fans off guard, as it marks the promotion’s first-ever venture into that part of Asia. But looking at the bigger picture, it might just be one of the UFC’s smartest strategic moves to date. Azerbaijan is surrounded by regions like Dagestan, Chechnya, Georgia, Armenia, and Turkey—areas known for producing world-class fighters who are already making serious noise inside the Octagon.

It’s a region rich in combat sports talent, and its fan base is expanding rapidly. So, the UFC planting its flag there feels like a natural evolution. This week, ahead of UFC 314 in Miami, Dana White made it official. He announced a partnership with the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Azerbaijan, confirming that the UFC will debut in Baku on June 21. The event will be held at the iconic Baku Crystal Hall.

Headlining the card will be a high-stakes light heavyweight showdown between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr. Speaking on the announcement, Dana White said, “Azerbaijan and the city of Baku have an incredible history of hosting massive global sporting events. We have so many great athletes from in and around this country that it was a natural next destination for us. I’m excited to have our debut event there on June 21.”

With moves like this, it’s clear Dana White isn’t slowing down anytime soon. But what do you think about the future of his ventures like UFC and Power Slap? Under his leadership, are these promotions still climbing toward their peak—like rising stars with even more to shine? Share your thoughts below