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Dana White says fight fixing is a "huge concern" for UFC amid betting investigation

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Dana White says fight fixing is a "huge concern" for UFC amid betting investigation

Dana White says fight fixing is a concern for the UFC. Last month, a fight between Darrick Minner and Shayilan Nuerdanbieke was deemed suspicious. Miner lost the fight by TKO in under a minute. The Nevada State Athletic Commission suspended Minter and his coach James Krause. Dana White also banned any fighter training under Krauses from competing in theUFC until the investigation is over. The FBI is also involved in this investigation. White warns fighters about gambling. He compares it to steroids and performance-enhancing drugs.

Dana White says fight fixing is a concern for UFC amid betting investigation.

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