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Dana White: Ronda Rousey getting more attention than Brock Lesnar

The UFC president discussed a wide range of topics on Friday, including Ronda Rousey’s increasing popularity.

by Bill Hanstock
USA TODAY Sports
Bill Hanstock
Bill Hanstock is a writer, author and Emmy Award-winning producer. He began writing for SB Nation in 2011.

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- UFC president Dana White discusses why Ronda Rousey is getting more media attention than Brock Lesnar, the recent cuts, Nick and Nate Diaz costing him money, free agents Eddie Alvarez and Josh Barnett, Rory MacDonald's injury, Floyd Mayweather signing with Showtime, getting interviewed by Larry King, and much more. Watch the full video below.

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