Oscar De La Hoya has renewed his criticism of Dana White's proposed Zuffa Boxing venture, arguing that the project is being presented in a way that could ultimately work against fighters. In his latest comments, De La Hoya described the idea as a "Trojan Horse," suggesting that boxers should be wary of what is being promised.
The former champion and promoter has been one of the most outspoken skeptics of White's ambitions in boxing. Based on the latest exchange, De La Hoya believes the effort is less about creating new opportunities for athletes and more about building a system that could give promoters and executives greater control.
His remarks also leaned on a recent pop-culture reference to sharpen the point, using that comparison to frame Zuffa Boxing as something that may look appealing on the surface while carrying risks underneath. The criticism fits with De La Hoya's longer-running opposition to White's move into the sport.
The latest back-and-forth adds another layer to the tension between two major figures in combat sports. As discussion around Zuffa Boxing continues, De La Hoya's warning keeps the focus on how any new promotional structure might affect fighters, contracts and leverage in the boxing business.
