White told reporters, "Is there a bigger pussy than Eddie Hearn?" during a press conference, mocking Hearn's emotional reaction to Benn's reported $15 million one-fight deal. He dismissed Hearn's claims of being denied a right to match, calling the situation "beating up babies."
The exchange highlights the financial disparity between the new Riyadh Season-backed boxing events and Zuffa's standard promotion, with heavyweight Anthony Ruiz also rumored to be joining the roster soon.