UFC's Dana White Seeks AI Help from Mark Zuckerberg for Better Rankings

Dana White, the UFC president, recently chatted with Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg about enhancing the UFC rankings system using artificial intelligence. This discussion came after White's frustration with the current voting system, which involves a group of media outlets selected by the UFC. The rankings system has been in place since 2013, and White wants to find a more reliable way to rank fighters. White's complaints include Max Holloway being ranked below Justin Gaethje and Renato Moicano's ranking not changing after a recent win. The UFC boss believes that relying on a group of people who might not have deep fight knowledge is not ideal. He wants to implement a system that is less subjective and more accurate.

During a press conference for UFC 308, a fan even approached White, claiming to be a 9-0 fighter and asking for a UFC contract. This incident highlights the importance of having a fair and transparent ranking system. White hopes that by incorporating AI, the UFC can create a more reliable and unbiased ranking system. White's plan to fix the rankings system is part of a broader strategy to improve the UFC's operations coming into 2025. He believes that strong moves and innovative solutions are needed to ensure the UFC remains at the top of the MMA world.

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