Dana White has always thrived on pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible. The most recent UFC fight, at the Sphere is a Master Class in Risk Taking

ESPN says that it and UFC learned things about storytelling through hosting the first ever sports competition at the Sphere that they’ll be able to take with them to other events and properties.

Saturday night showed what's possible inside the $2.3 billion venue. But could Sphere be the future of sports?

Landmark event at Las Vegas venue brought in $22 million at the gate, and required a team of 500+ to create and produce.

Here are some of the breathtaking views from Noche UFC at the Sphere. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – SEPTEMBER 13: General view before UFC 306 ceremonial weigh-ins at Sphere on September 13, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. O’Malley is scheduled to defend his title against Dvalishvili at UFC 306 on September 14 at Sphere. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

By his own admission, UFC CEO Dana White has been talking about getting into the boxing game for a while. Apart from dipping the UFC's proverbial toes in the water with things like Zuffa Boxing and the backing of the sport and boxers like Callum Walsh on UFC Fight Pass,

Dana White promised future involvement in another combat sport. The UFC founder flew to Dublin, Ireland, for Friday's boxing match between Callum Walsh and Przemek Runowski. On Thursday, White said he'll continue to explore a boxing relationship.

Days after digesting the UFC’s first and possibly only event at the Sphere, fight fans are still buzzing about the unique the event and what it could mean for the future combat sports and entertainment.