UFC 314: Jean Silva wants Dana White as best man

Jean Silva wins at UFC 314 and now wants Dana White to be best man—if the UFC boss pays for Brazilian star Belo to perform at his wedding.

Jean Silva’s UFC win turns into a dream wedding pitch

Fresh off his second-round submission victory over Bryce Mitchell at UFC 314 in Miami, Brazilian featherweight Jean “Lord” Silva surprised media and fans alike—not with a callout for a title fight, but with a personal plea: help him marry the love of his life. Not just any wedding either, but a grand church celebration with Brazilian superstar Belo performing live. Now he’s calling on UFC president Dana White for support… and maybe more.

“For God’s sake, Belo, lower your price!” – Silva’s big wish

At the post-fight press conference, Silva explained that his long-time partner Carolina de Castro and he had delayed their wedding due to one specific reason: the price tag of booking Belo. The popular Brazilian singer reportedly charges $120,000 USD per performance.

“We should already be married,” Silva said. “But we want Belo to perform at our wedding. For God’s sake, Belo, lower your price, brother. It’s too expensive!”

Despite earning a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus at UFC 314, Silva joked he would need to fight four more times to afford the artist.

Jean Silva offers Dana White a unique deal

In a bold and humorous move, Silva took things a step further, publicly offering Dana White the role of best man—with a catch.

“Do you guys think if I invite Dana to be my best man, he’ll pay for Belo’s rate?” Silva laughed.

It was a light-hearted yet clever way to pitch a potential sponsorship from the UFC brass, who’s known for occasionally rewarding charismatic fighters for more than just knockouts.

Dana White reacts: “I’m probably in”

Dana White was caught off guard but visibly amused when asked about Silva’s offer. While initially confused about the terms, his response suggested that he might consider it.

“Wait a minute, he wants to get married in a church, and I become the best man if I pay for it?” White responded during a media scrum.
“I need a little more information about this, but I’m probably in.”

With almost 5 million followers on Instagram, Belo is a household name in Brazil, and booking him is no small feat. But if anyone can help, it might be the man running the UFC.

Why Jean Silva’s charisma could fast-track his UFC rise

Silva’s charm outside the cage is quickly catching up with his performance inside it. His victory over Mitchell via ninja choke at 3:52 of round two marked his 13th consecutive win and pushed his UFC record to 4–0. More importantly, his combination of slick striking, dangerous grappling, and showmanship has drawn comparisons to other Brazilian stars like Charles Oliveira and José Aldo.

Silva didn’t call out a specific opponent, but he did mention his desire to reach title contention soon. With Alexander Volkanovski currently holding the featherweight strap, Silva might need another marquee win—but this stunt could help keep him in the spotlight.

Could the UFC really help pay for a fighter’s wedding?

It wouldn’t be the first time Dana White used UFC funds or connections to support fighters outside the Octagon. He’s helped with medical bills, family crises, and even houses. Whether this counts as a “wedding bonus” remains to be seen—but fans are loving the story, and it adds to Silva’s growing popularity.

Key facts: Jean Silva’s UFC 314 performance

• Event: UFC 314
• Location: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
• Date: April 12, 2025
• Result: Jean Silva def. Bryce Mitchell via submission (ninja choke)
• Round/Time: Round 2, 3:52
• Bonus: $50,000 Performance of the Night
• Win Streak: 13 fights

Will Dana White walk Jean Silva down the aisle?

Jean Silva might have earned a bonus, but his dream wedding is still out of budget—unless Dana White opens the UFC checkbook. Whether or not the UFC president accepts the “best man” proposal, Silva’s post-fight antics have already won over fans. He’s shown that charisma, humor, and heart can take a fighter just as far as their left hook.

What do you think—should Dana White help Silva book Belo? Let us know in the comments below!

Summary

Jean Silva continues his winning streak in the UFC and now aims for a different kind of victory: marrying his partner Carolina de Castro with a performance from pop star Belo. After jokingly offering Dana White the role of best man—if he covers the artist’s fee—Silva captured fans’ hearts once again. Whether White says yes or no, Silva’s already a winner outside the cage.

Leave your thoughts in the comments—should the UFC support Silva’s dream wedding?

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