Dana White Reveals What’s Holding Up Volkanovski vs. Gaethje

Dana White says he is down for the Alexander Volkanovski vs. Justin Gaethje fight.

But the UFC CEO is still waiting on "The Highlight" to make up his mind.

Last month at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi, Volkanovski stopped the previously unbeaten Movsar Evloev in round two by TKO.

He defended his featherweight title.

After the win, "The Great" made it known that he has one more wish before he hangs up the gloves.

That wish is a fight against Gaethje.

Now, Dana White has shared his thoughts with Jim Rome about the matchup.

WHITE WOULD DO "ANYTHING" FOR VOLKANOVSKI

During a recent appearance on The Jim Rome Show, White showered praises on "The Great."

He spoke about the chances of the fight happening.

The UFC CEO said he is on for the fight.

But the final call wasn't his to make.

He said: "I would pretty much do anything for Alexander Volkanovski at this point in his career. Great guy, great champion, great athlete. The big question is, what does Justin Gaethje want to do?"

GAETHJE HAS YET TO DECIDE HIS FUTURE

At UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, "The Highlight" dethroned Ilia Topuria.

He punished him for four rounds and forced him to quit on his stool.

Since his win, the 37-year-old has kept busy outside the octagon.

As noted by the UFC boss, Gaethje won the athletic competition at Fanatics Fest.

Now he is also taking part in Dave Portnoy's new golf league.

The $4 million celebrity golf tournament, hosted by Barstool Sports and Bob Does Sports, is taking place at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, Missouri.

Thus, the promotion is still waiting for his answer.

White added: "I don't know yet. He's in the middle of this golf thing that Portnoy is doing... We're talking to him, but we'll figure it out. He's going to have to pull the trigger one way or the other, see if he wants to retire or continue to fight."

RETIREMENT IS A POSSIBILITY

With that, retirement is a real option for Gaethje.

During an appearance on Andrew Schulz's Flagrant podcast, the American explained that he has nothing left to prove.

His health was his biggest concern.

He said: "I do not feel like I have anything else to prove... I have injuries I have to take care of; I haven't made a decision... This has never been about money for me. It's about health."

If Gaethje hangs up his gloves, a potential "Superfight" would be off the table.

However, if he decides to continue and accepts the matchup, the Aussie would have another chance at lightweight gold.

Volkanovski has already challenged Islam Makhachev twice for the 155-pound crown.

Their first meeting at UFC 284 was a closely contested affair.

The Australian pushed Makhachev to his limits before losing a decision.

Many fans even felt Volk had done enough to get his hand raised.

Their rematch at UFC 294 went very differently.

Volkanovski stepped in on short notice after Charles Oliveira withdrew due to an injury.

He suffered a devastating first-round knockout via head kick.

A win this time would finally make him a two-division champion.

THE LIGHTWEIGHT DIVISION IS STACKED

White also provided an update on Ilia Topuria's return during the same interview.