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Key Information

Power Slap: Road to the Title
GenreCombat sport
Reality
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes32
Production
Executive producerDana White
Production companies
Original release
NetworkTBS
(season 1)
Rumble
(season 1 – outside the U.S.; seasons 2 and 3 – worldwide)
YouTube
(season 3 onward)
ReleaseJanuary 18, 2023 (2023-01-18) –
present

Power Slap is an American slap fighting promotion company owned by Dana White, the chief executive officer of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Power Slap first gained notoriety by producing a reality television show titled Power Slap: Road to the Title, originally broadcast by the TBS network in the United States and on Rumble internationally.[1] Contestants on the show slapped each other in the face to win the "Power Slap League" tournament. The show's first season consisted of 8 pre-recorded episodes and was followed by the Power Slap 1 live event that aired exclusively on Rumble.[2]

The show was executive produced by Power Slap's owner Dana White.[3] The show was due to premiere on January 11, 2023, but was delayed a week after White was filmed slapping his wife in a Mexican nightclub at a New Year's Eve party.[2]

The show, considered the premier program of the slap fighting combat sport, had significantly lower ratings than its professional wrestling lead-in programming, AEW Dynamite, consistently drawing around 250,000 viewers compared to Dynamite's near 800,000 viewers.[4] On March 13, 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery and TBS representatives confirmed to media sources that the network would no longer air Power Slap: Road to the Title following its first-season finale, which had aired the week prior, partly due to its low ratings.[5][6][7][8] After Road to the Title's cancellation by TBS, White confirmed that Power Slap would continue to hold events and produce content for Rumble. During the Power Slap 5 live event, it was announced that the second season of Road to the Title was set to air on Rumble. The second season began airing on November 15, 2023. The third season began airing on July 24, 2024. Power Slap content later moved from Rumble to YouTube.

Rules

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Power Slap, which has been licensed by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, uses rules similar to those established by other slap fighting leagues. After a coin toss to decide who goes first, the first striker has a time limit of 60 seconds to deliver an open-handed slap to the opponent. Slaps must be below the eye but above the chin, without leading with the palm such that all hand to face contact takes place at the same time. Those being slapped may not flinch, raise their shoulder or tuck in their chins. After being slapped, the slapped competitor then has 60 seconds to recover before they get back into position prior to their turn to slap. Fights which do not end in a knock out and go three rounds go to the judges' decision, using a 10-point system with judging based on slap strikers' effectiveness as well as the slap receivers' reaction and recovery time.[9] Title bouts are five rounds and in the event of a draw, there will be an extra round to determine the winner of the bout.

Participants are separated by weight and gender.[9][10]

Criticism and health risks

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Upon initial airing, Power Slap: Road to the Title created controversy[9] concerning the health of the participants and the inherent danger of the show.[11] Neuroscientist, chronic traumatic encephalopathy researcher, and former professional wrestler Christopher Nowinski observed one of the show's participants displaying the fencing response after being struck, indicating serious brain injury.[2] Greek neurologist Nikolas Evangelou called the show a "recipe for disaster" due to how "impact to the head, from an angle, can cause rotational forces on the brain", leading to "hopefully temporary, but sometimes permanent disruption to brain function" and "even more serious complications".[9] Many combat sports athletes also responded negatively to the show. Boxer and WBC champion Ryan Garcia wrote "Power slap is a horrible idea and it needs to be stopped."[12] UFC fighter Sean O'Malley stated that he refused to watch Power Slap: Road to the Title due to its association with brain injuries.[13]

In response to the criticisms, show producers said, "We spend the money to make sure we have two healthy people in there, proper medical attention during and after the fight. These are the things we need to educate people on, just like we needed to educate people on mixed martial arts."[9] In an interview before the show aired, Dana White said "In Slap, they take three-to-five slaps per event. Fighters in boxing take 300–400 punches per fight. And guess what: you know what my answer to that [criticism of slap fighting] is? If you don't fucking like it, don't watch it! Nobody's asking you to watch this. Oh, you're disgusted by it? Watch The Voice."[14]

On February 16, 2023, Bill Pascrell, a Congressman from New Jersey, and Don Bacon, a Congressman from Nebraska, announced that they were launching a Congressional inquiry into the ethicality of Power Slap.[15] That same month, one of the world's leading experts on chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Dr. Bennet Omalu, called for slap fighting shows to be removed from television. Omalu stated, in response to White's claims that he was making slap fighting as safe as possible, "It is a very dumb [sport], very stupid and unsafe. It is primitive. To me, such a sport is inconsistent with the intelligence of humans. It is possible that a participant could die from this. Somebody could die or suffer catastrophic brain damage and become a vegetable. How can he [Dana White] make that statement? It is like saying you will make a loaded gun safe [...] Why is TBS showing such a primitive sport? It should not be on TV."[16]

List of events

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Source:[17]

# Event Date Venue Location
17 Power Slap 17: Blackburn vs. Young 2 October 31, 2025 Mohammed Abdo Arena Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
16 Power Slap 16: Wolverine vs. Klingbeil October 24, 2025 Space42 Arena United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
15 Power Slap 15: Bordeaux vs. Quinones 3 October 3, 2025 Fontainebleau Las Vegas United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
14 Power Slap 14: The Bell vs. Mena July 18, 2025 XULA Convocation Center United States New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
13 Power Slap 13: Dumpling vs. Da Hawaiian Hitman June 27, 2025 Fontainebleau Las Vegas United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
12 Power Slap 12: Quinones vs. Bordeaux 2 March 7, 2025 Fontainebleau Las Vegas United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
11 Power Slap 11: Da Crazy Hawaiian vs. Dumpling 2 January 30, 2025 anb Arena Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
10 Power Slap 10: The Bell vs. Perez December 6, 2024 Fontainebleau Las Vegas United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
9 Power Slap 9: Da Crazy Hawaiian vs. Dumpling October 24, 2024 Space42 Arena United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
8 Power Slap 8: Da Crazy Hawaiian vs. Van Heerden June 28, 2024 Fontainebleau Las Vegas United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
7 Power Slap 7: The Bell vs. Phillips April 12, 2024 UFC Apex United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
6 Power Slap 6: KO Chris vs. Muniz February 9, 2024 Durango Casino United States Spring Valley, Nevada, United States
5 Power Slap 5: Da Crazy Hawaiian vs. Vakameilalo October 25, 2023 UFC Apex United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
4 Power Slap 4: Hintz vs. Turpin August 9, 2023 UFC Apex United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
3 Power Slap 3: Hintz vs. Wolverine July 7, 2023 UFC Apex United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
2 Power Slap 2: Wolverine vs. The Bell May 24, 2023 UFC Apex United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
1 Power Slap 1: Darius the Destroyer vs. Wolverine March 11, 2023 UFC Apex United States Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Current champions

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Division Upper weight limit Current champion Since Defenses
Super heavyweight 266+ lb (120+ kg) Dayne Viernes[18] June 27, 2025 0
Heavyweight 265 lb (120 kg) Damien Dibbell[18] May 24, 2023 4
Light heavyweight 205 lb (93 kg) Ron Bata[18] July 7, 2023 4
Middleweight 185 lb (84 kg) Isaih Quinones[18] October 3, 2025 0
Welterweight 170 lb (77 kg) Cole Young[18] October 31, 2025 0
Lightweight 155 lb (70 kg) Robert Trujillo[18] March 8, 2025 1

Championship history

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Super Heavyweight Championship

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Weight limit: 266+lb
No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses
1 United States Koa “Da Crazy Hawaiian” Viernes
def. Kalani “Toko” Vakameilalo 		Power Slap 5
Las Vegas, Nevada 		October 25, 2023 463 days 1. def. Danie “The Pitbull” Van Heerden at Power Slap 8 on Jun 28, 2024
2. drew with Vasilii “Dumpling” Kamotskii at Power Slap 9 on Oct 24, 2024
2 Russia Vasilii “Dumpling” Kamotskii Power Slap 11
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 		Jan 30, 2025 148 days
3 United States Dayne “Da Hawaiian Hitman” Viernes Power Slap 13
Las Vegas, Nevada 		Jun 27, 2025 147 days (incumbent)

Heavyweight Championship

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Weight limit: 265lb
No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses
1 United States Ron “Wolverine” Bata
def. Darius “The Destroyer” Mata-Varona 		Power Slap 1
Las Vegas, Nevada 		March 11, 2023 74 days
2 United States Damien “The Bell” Dibbell Power Slap 2
Las Vegas, Nevada 		May 24, 2023 912 days
(incumbent)
 1. def. Nate “The Buffalo Soldier” Burnard at Power Slap 5 on Oct 25, 2023
2. def. Ryan “The King of Kings” Phillips at Power Slap 7 on April 12, 2024
3. def. Dorian “Disturbing The Peace” Perez at Power Slap 10 on Dec 6, 2024
4. def. Wes “Boom” Mena at Power Slap 14 on July 18, 2025

Light Heavyweight Championship

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Weight limit: 205lb
No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses
1 United States Ayjay “Static” Hintz
def. Vernon “The Mechanic” Cathey 		Power Slap 1
Las Vegas, Nevada 		March 11, 2023 118 days 1. def. Russel “Kainoa” Rivero at Power Slap 2 on May 24, 2023
2 United States Ron “Wolverine” Bata Power Slap 3
Las Vegas, Nevada 		July 7, 2023 868 days
(incumbent)
 1. def. Austin “Turp Daddy Slim” Turpin at Power Slap 5 on Oct 25, 2023
2. def. Vernon “The Mechanic” Cathey at Power Slap 11 on Jan 30, 2025
3. def. Russel “Kainoa” Rivero at Power Slap 13 on Jun 27, 2025
4. def. Alan “The Kryptonian" Klingbeil at Power Slap 16 on Oct 24, 2025

Middleweight Championship

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Weight limit: 185lb
No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses
1 United States John “The Machine” Davis
def. Azael “El Perro” Rodriguez 		Power Slap 1
Las Vegas, Nevada 		March 11, 2023 593 days
1. def. Wesley “All the Smoke” Drain at Power Slap 2 on May 24, 2023
2. def. Azael “El Perro” Rodriguez at Power Slap 5 on Oct 25, 2023
2 United States Isaih “Puerto Rican Pretty Boy” Quinones Power Slap 9
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 		October 24, 2024 134 days
1. def. Branden “The Butcher” Bordeaux at Power Slap 10 on Dec 6, 2024
3 United States Branden “The Butcher” Bordeaux Power Slap 12
Las Vegas, Nevada 		March 7, 2025 210 days
4 United States Isaih “Puerto Rican Pretty Boy” Quinones Power Slap 15
Las Vegas, Nevada 		October 3, 2025 49 days
(incumbent)

Welterweight Championship

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Weight limit: 170lb
No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses
1 United States Christapher “KO Chris” Thomas
def. Jesus Gaspar Diaz 		Power Slap 1
Las Vegas, Nevada 		March 11, 2023 335 days
2 United States Emanuel “No Love” Muniz Power Slap 6
Spring Valley, Nevada 		February 9, 2024 140 days
3 United States Anthony “Babyface” Blackburn Power Slap 8
Las Vegas, Nevada 		June 28, 2024 490 days

1. def. Emanuel “No Love” Muniz at Power Slap 10 on Dec 6, 2024
(Note: Muniz missed weight)
2. def. Azael “El Perro” Rodriguez at Power Slap 13 on Jun 27, 2025

4 United States Cole “Full Send” Young Power Slap 17
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 		October 31, 2025 21 days
(incumbent)

Lightweight Championship

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Weight limit: 155lb
No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses
1 United States Robert “The Real Deal” Trujillo
def. Dakota “The Maritime Menace” Mcgregor 		Power Slap 12
Las Vegas, Nevada 		March 7, 2025 259 days
(incumbent)
1. def. Dakota “The Maritime Menace” McGregor at Power Slap 14 on Jul 18, 2025

References

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Power Slap

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Power Slap is a professional slap-fighting promotion founded in 2022 by Dana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, in which unarmed competitors alternate delivering full-force open-handed strikes to the face of a stationary opponent during structured rounds. Matches employ a 10-point must system to score the effectiveness of strikes and the defender's ability to absorb and recover from them, with bouts limited to three or five rounds unless ended early by knockout, technical knockout, or disqualification; participants must wear mouthguards and ear protectors, undergo pre-fight medical evaluations including blood tests and recent MRIs, and benefit from on-site emergency medical support. Sanctioned by commissions such as Nevada's State Athletic Commission, the league has conducted over a dozen events across the United States, United Arab Emirates, and other locations, amassing millions of online views per event through free streaming on YouTube and cultivating a niche but rapidly growing audience amid viral social media appeal. Power Slap's rise has been marked by promotional claims of unprecedented engagement surpassing established sports leagues, though such assertions appear exaggerated based on follower metrics; concurrently, it faces substantial scrutiny from medical experts and researchers for exacerbating risks of traumatic brain injury, with analyses revealing visible concussion indicators in more than half of slap exchanges and broader slap-fighting incidents linked to severe outcomes like brain hemorrhages.

History

Founding and Origins

Power Slap was established in 2022 as a professional slap-fighting promotion by , president of the (UFC), in collaboration with and , and in partnership with the UFC. The league sought to formalize and sanction slap fighting—a format involving alternating to the opponent's face while standing stationary without evasion or blocking—drawing from viral videos and informal competitions that had gained online traction, particularly in regions like where organized slap events predated Western professionalization. In October 2022, Power Slap secured approval from the for regulated matches, enabling the planning of its initial events under athletic oversight to address safety and legitimacy concerns inherent to the unregulated nature of prior slap contests. The promotion's debut on television occurred with Power Slap: Road to the Title, a series documenting competitor preparation and early matches, which aired its on TBS on January 18, 2023, after a one-week postponement from the original January 11 slot due to a publicized altercation involving . This marked the league's entry into mainstream broadcasting, leveraging UFC's production infrastructure to build hype around sanctioned bouts. The first numbered live event, Power Slap 1: Wolverine, followed on March 11, 2023, at the in , , featuring professional strikers competing for early titles and establishing the format's core rules, including three-round structures and protocols. These origins positioned Power Slap as an extension of White's combat sports portfolio, emphasizing raw striking power over or mobility, though critics from and athletic communities quickly raised empirical concerns about brain trauma risks based on biomechanical data from similar impacts.

Early Events and Growth

Power Slap's inaugural television series, Power Slap: Road to the Title, premiered on TBS on January 18, 2023, consisting of eight episodes that followed 30 contestants competing in pre-recorded slap matches to qualify for live events. The series introduced the sport's format to a broader , emphasizing open-hand striking technique and , with episodes airing weekly through 2023. The first live event, Power Slap 1, occurred on March 11, 2023, at the in , featuring 18 matches including a headline bout between Sheena "Mata" Mata and Melanie "Varona" Varona. Sanctioned by the as the first regulated slap fighting league in the United States, the event streamed as a following a UFC Fight Night card, marking an initial integration with UFC's infrastructure for production and promotion. Early viewership drew comparisons to the nascent stages of UFC's growth under , who noted similarities in building a new combat discipline from underground origins. Subsequent events solidified Power Slap's presence in , with Power Slap 2 through 4 held at similar venues in 2023, expanding to include title fights by Power Slap 5 on , 2023. Growth accelerated through 2023-2024, as reported unexpectedly high engagement and business metrics, attributing rapid adoption to the sport's raw appeal and UFC's promotional leverage, leading to multi-event deals at venues like by early 2025. This phase saw a shift from Rumble streaming to broader platforms, though initial success relied on niche combat sports fans rather than mainstream crossover.

International Expansion and Recent Developments

Power Slap initiated its international expansion with events in the , beginning with a 2024 competition in that attracted substantial crowds. This move aligned with the organization's strategy under UFC president to replicate the global growth model of promotions. The expansion targeted regions with established combat sports infrastructure, such as the and , leveraging partnerships with local event organizers during high-profile weeks like Abu Dhabi Showdown Week. In October 2025, Power Slap returned to for Power Slap 16 on at Space42 Arena, integrated into Abu Dhabi Showdown Week alongside UFC 321. The card headlined a matchup between and Klingbeil, with tickets made available through official channels. Following closely, Power Slap 17 occurred on October 31, 2025, at Mohammed Abdu Arena in during , featuring a welterweight title defense by undefeated champion Anthony Blackburn against . These events marked the league's deepening foothold in the region, with hosting prior championships as well. Recent developments in 2025 included a series of domestic and international bouts, such as Power Slap 11 on January 30, Power Slap 12 on March 7, and Power Slap 13 on June 27, emphasizing title matches and knockouts. Organizational growth featured a with announced on June 25, extending through 2026 and debuting at Power Slap 13. An expanded content deal with Rumble enhanced worldwide streaming accessibility. Power Slap CEO Frank Lamicella signaled additional 2025 events, potentially linked to International Fight Week and further Saudi engagements.

Format and Rules

Match Mechanics and Participant Roles

Power Slap matches occur on a raised platform known as the Power Slap Stage, where competitors face each other across a designated striking area. Competitors alternate between the roles of striker and defender in each round, with a coin toss determining who assumes the striker first. Each round allows up to one strike per competitor in their respective , subject to fouls or interruptions, and matches are structured in up to three rounds unless concluded earlier by or stoppage. The striker has 30 seconds to prepare and deliver the slap, while the defender has 30 seconds to recover before switching roles. The striker positions their feet substantially parallel to the stage and squares their shoulders to the defender and the striking surface before initiating the wind-up. The strike must be delivered with an , where the palm and fingers make simultaneous contact, with the palm (above the heel) impacting the permitted target area on the defender's face—typically the below the eye and above the . Striker fouls include clubbing (using a closed or non-palm contact), stepping off the designated area, illegal wind-up (deviating from declared hand or sequence), or delay of game, which may result in warnings, point deductions, or disqualification after accumulation. If a defender foul prevents a clean strike, the striker is often granted a re-strike attempt. The defender must maintain a stationary stance with shoulders square to the striker, chin positioned to expose the target area (without tucking), and both hands clasped behind the back, often holding a compliance stick to ensure arm extension. The defender absorbs the strike without falling, excessive staggering, or protective movement, aiming to remain upright and composed for the referee's assessment. Defender fouls encompass flinching (head movement to evade), blocking (raising hands, shoulders, or using the body to obstruct), tucking the chin, or delay of game; such violations typically result in warnings or point losses without nullifying a landed strike, though repeated fouls can lead to forfeiture.

Scoring and Judging Criteria

Power Slap matches are adjudicated by three judges using a 10-point must system, wherein the winner of each round receives 10 points and the loser receives 9 or fewer points, mirroring scoring conventions in and . Each round, which consists of one legal strike per participant, is scored independently based on two equally weighted criteria: the inflicted and overall effectiveness of the striker's slap, and the defender's immediate reaction (such as flinching or staggering) coupled with recovery time (the duration required to regain defensive posture). Effectiveness encompasses factors like the slap's force, accuracy, and visible impact, such as swelling, disorientation, or knockdowns, while poor defender recovery—evidenced by prolonged unsteadiness—can significantly sway points toward the striker. Fouls directly influence scoring deductions or round outcomes. For the striker, infractions like excessive wind-up, clubbing motions, or stepping beyond the designated result in point penalties on the first offense (typically one point), with repeated violations leading to disqualification after a second foul within three rounds or a third in longer matches. Defender fouls, primarily flinching (evading the slap prematurely), incur warnings followed by point deductions or disqualification after three in a round or four total. If a striker commits a foul while delivering an illegal strike against a legal defensive posture, the round scores 10-8 in favor of the non-fouling defender; mutual fouls yield a 9-9 draw for that round. Open scoring, where judges' tallies are disclosed between rounds, may be implemented at the promoter's discretion in consultation with regulatory authorities. In bouts reaching a decision after three rounds without a knockout or technical knockout, judges aggregate scores to render verdicts including (all judges agree), (two judges agree), (judges divided but majority favors one), or draw (even scores, with the defending retaining in title matches). This system prioritizes empirical outcomes like measurable damage over subjective aggression, ensuring decisions reflect the slap's causative impact rather than stylistic flair.

Weight Divisions and Eligibility

Power Slap utilizes weight divisions that align with the Unified Rules of , permitting matches at the promoter's discretion. The league currently features five primary male divisions: , , , , and . These classes ensure competitive parity based on body mass, with upper weight limits as follows:
DivisionUpper Weight Limit
170 lb (77 kg)
185 lb (84 kg)
205 lb (93 kg)
265 lb (120 kg)
Super HeavyweightUnlimited (over 265 lb)
Fighters must weigh in prior to each match, with those exceeding their division's limit facing purse forfeitures of 20% for the first offense and 30% for subsequent violations. Eligibility requires participants to be at least 18 years of age, applicable to both men's and women's divisions. Medical clearance is mandatory, encompassing a , and eye exam within seven days of the event, and brain MRI with cerebral MRA within five years; female participants must also submit a negative within ten days. A supervising physician must approve all competitors, and mandatory rest periods follow matches—six days for three or fewer rounds, eight days for four to six rounds, and ten days for seven or more—to mitigate cumulative injury risks. Additional prohibitions include the use of body grease, jewelry, or competing within restricted recovery windows from prior bouts. These standards mirror combat sports protocols to prioritize participant amid the discipline's high-impact nature.

Events and Competitions

Major Events and Venues

Power Slap's inaugural event, Power Slap 1: Mata-Varona vs. Bata, occurred on , 2023, at the in , marking the league's debut with 18 matches. Early events, including Power Slap 2 through 4, were also hosted at the , establishing as the initial hub for competitions. In , the league shifted to larger venues, with designated as the official home through 2025, hosting multiple events such as Power Slap 8: Da Crazy Hawaiian vs. Van Heerden on June 28, 2024, during UFC International Fight Week. The league expanded domestically with Power Slap 14: The Bell vs. Mena on July 18, 2025, at in , the first major event outside . Internationally, Power Slap ventured to the , beginning with Power Slap 11 in , , followed by Power Slap 16: Wolverine vs. Klingbeil on October 24, 2025, at Space42 Arena in , . An upcoming event, Power Slap 17: Blackburn vs. Young 2, is scheduled for October 31, 2025, at in , , underscoring growing international presence.
EventDateVenueLocation
Power Slap 1March 11, 2023, USA
Power Slap 8June 28, 2024, , USA
Power Slap 14July 18, 2025New Orleans, , USA
Power Slap 16October 24, 2025Space42 Arena, UAE

Championship System

Power Slap establishes championships in select weight divisions, primarily (typically over 265 pounds or 120 kg) and (205–265 pounds or 93–120 kg), with occasional bouts for additional titles. The promotion holds sole discretion over title structure, including the designation of championship es, which follow the standard match rules of alternating striker-defender roles across up to five rounds judged on a 10-point must emphasizing legal strike damage, technique, and defense. Winners of sanctioned title fights claim the belt, holding it until defeated or vacated, with defenses scheduled in major numbered events against challengers selected based on performance, rankings, and promotional considerations. Rankings, updated periodically on the official Power Slap website, guide contender selection by listing top performers in each division derived from win records, knockout rates, and prior results in league events. Title opportunities generally go to the number-one ranked challenger, though the promoter may prioritize high-profile matchups or emerging talents from qualification programs. As of October 2025, Damien Dibbell holds the heavyweight title, reigning since early 2023 with an undefeated streak in the division, while Ron Bata, known as "," defends the crown, including a record fifth successful defense via sudden-death round against Alan Klingbeil on October 25, 2025, in . The "Road to the Title" reality series, produced across multiple seasons since 2023, functions as a feeder system where over 30 athletes per season compete in a house-based format of elimination slaps to secure initial league contracts, rankings eligibility, and pathways to title contention. Participants advance through rounds of intra-division matches, with winners earning spots on the roster and potential fast-tracks to contention based on demonstrated power and resilience. This format has produced several ranked contenders, though ultimate title grants remain under promoter control to ensure competitive balance and event draw.

Current Champions and Title Defenses

Power Slap maintains active championships across multiple weight divisions, with titleholders determined through tournament outcomes and subsequent defenses in sanctioned events. The promotion's , , , and classes feature the most prominent title lineages, often headlining major cards. Champions defend their belts against top-ranked challengers, with outcomes decided by , technical knockout, disqualification, or after up to five rounds, including potential sudden-death overtimes.
DivisionChampionNotable Defenses
HeavyweightDamien DibbellFour successful defenses as of October 2025, including victories over Dorian Perez on January 22, 2025, and Wes Mena on October 2, 2025, maintaining an undefeated record in title bouts.
Ron Bata ("Wolverine")Fifth successful defense on October 24, 2025, against Alan Klingbeil via sudden-death round at Power Slap 16 in , marking the first use of such a format in promotion history; previously defended against Vernon Cathey on March 12, 2025.
WelterweightAnthony BlackburnDefenses include a fourth-round of Azael Rodriguez on September 6, 2025, at Power Slap 13 and a rematch win over Emanuel Muniz on January 17, 2025.
Dayne ViernesCaptured and defended the title through decisions and knockouts, including against Vasilii Kamotskii; exact defense count stands at multiple since assuming the belt in 2025.
These defenses highlight the physical demands of the sport, with champions like Dibbell and Bata demonstrating sustained dominance through superior striking power and defensive posture. Title bouts frequently involve high-profile international matchups, contributing to the league's growth, though injury risks from repeated facial impacts remain a point of scrutiny in fighter evaluations.

Organization and Business Aspects

Ownership and Leadership

Power Slap League was established in 2022 by , president and chief executive officer of the (UFC). The ownership consortium includes White, Fertitta Capital (led by former UFC owners Lorenzo and Frank Fertitta), and television producer . This structure positions Power Slap as a distinct entity while leveraging synergies with UFC and its parent company, Endeavor Group Holdings. Frank Lamicella serves as president of Power Slap, overseeing operational aspects including event sanctioning, athlete management, and production logistics. Lamicella joined the executive team in 2023, drawing from prior experience in combat sports promotions to navigate regulatory approvals, such as the league's sanctioning by the in October 2022. Dana White functions as the primary visionary and public representative, directing strategic decisions on expansion, broadcasting partnerships, and athlete recruitment. His involvement mirrors his role in scaling UFC from a niche venture to a global enterprise, though Power Slap remains independently owned outside UFC's direct corporate umbrella.

Broadcasting, Sponsorships, and Media Coverage

Power Slap events launched with exclusive broadcasting rights held by Rumble, following a partnership announced on December 15, 2022, which included an annual media rights fee of approximately $30 million. In March 2025, the league transitioned to self-broadcasting live events on YouTube, relinquishing the Rumble fee for direct control over distribution and monetization through ads and sponsorship integrations, despite the deal yielding less than half the prior revenue. Early preparatory content, such as the "Road to the Title" series premiering January 18, 2023, was streamed on both Rumble and UFC Fight Pass. Key sponsorships include a global marketing partnership with , renewed on May 8, 2025, featuring branding across events and broadcasts. Blockchain firm VeChain signed on as the inaugural title sponsor in March 2025, with a reported $76 million commitment over six years, coinciding with the shift and providing in-event visibility. Additional deals encompass 500 Casino as an official social casino partner announced June 25, 2025, with broadcast integrations and fan engagements, and Cardone Ventures for global marketing support. Media coverage has centered on the league's rapid growth, broadcasting pivots, and Dana White's promotional efforts, appearing in outlets like , , and Awful Announcing, which detail viewership potential and strategic autonomy. The New York Times profiled its audience appeal amid safety debates in July 2024, noting backing from UFC stakeholders. Coverage often attributes sponsorship influxes, such as VeChain's, to offsetting reduced broadcast revenue, with White citing two undisclosed major deals in progress as of March 2025.

Financial Performance and Popularity Metrics

Power Slap has generated primarily through media rights deals, sponsorships, and event production, with UFC CEO reporting over $10 million for its debut season in 2023. In 2024, White projected $25 million in EBITDA, alongside an estimated $50 million in , driven by digital streaming partnerships and international events. A prior broadcasting agreement with Rumble provided approximately $30 million annually, though Power Slap shifted to in 2025 for a reduced figure—less than half the prior amount—while retaining control over ad . Additionally, a 2025 agreement with Saudi investors guarantees $15 million per event for four sanctioned bouts, with two more at equivalent rates, contributing to White's valuation estimates of $500 million to $650 million for the league. Live event attendance remains limited, as most competitions occur in controlled venues like the in , prioritizing streaming over large crowds, with no publicly detailed gate revenue figures exceeding digital metrics. Power Slap's inclusion in UFC's $7.7 billion, seven-year broadcasting pact with Paramount and , starting in 2026, may further integrate its content into broader media distribution, potentially boosting financials through bundled exposure. Popularity metrics emphasize digital engagement over traditional viewership. has claimed over 1 billion views cumulatively, with Power Slap holding eight of the top 12 largest sports-related and more than 22 million combined followers across platforms as of May 2025. However, independent analyses dispute White's assertions of surpassing major leagues like the or NBA in social metrics, noting Power Slap's 3.9 million followers lag behind entities such as Real Madrid's 150 million. Event-specific streaming peaks include 4.3 million viewers for Power Slap 11 on Rumble in early 2025, contrasting with its TBS television debut averaging 295,000 viewers in January 2023. These figures reflect niche appeal amplified by viral clips, though sustained growth depends on resolving platform transitions and addressing criticisms of inflated comparisons by promoters.

Reception and Impact

Achievements and Cultural Influence

Power Slap has achieved significant growth in digital engagement since its inception, with UFC president Dana White reporting over 7 billion video views across platforms in its first 17 months of operation as of July 2024. Social media metrics have been particularly strong, including claims of 90 million video views during a period when the NHL recorded 25 million, and individual TikTok posts averaging 10 million views, exceeding those of established leagues like WWE and UFC. White has asserted that these figures position Power Slap as the top-performing sports entity globally in social media, surpassing combined metrics from the NFL, NBA, NHL, Formula 1, and WWE. Traditional television viewership, however, started modestly with a debut average of 295,000 viewers on TBS in January 2023, dipping to 284,000 by the third week, before shifting to streaming platforms like Rumble and YouTube, where a 2025 event drew 4.3 million viewers. The league's expansion includes secured site fees of $15 million per event from a deal with for four events in 2025 and two in 2026, signaling financial viability and international reach beyond initial U.S.-based competitions. This growth reflects Power Slap's ability to leverage UFC's infrastructure for rapid scaling, establishing ranked divisions and bouts that have produced standout performers, though verifiable figures for live events remain limited in public data. Culturally, Power Slap has influenced combat sports discourse by popularizing slap fighting as a raw, unscripted format appealing to younger audiences via short-form video content, with platforms like and amplifying its visceral appeal amid debates over violence in entertainment. Celebrity involvement, including appearances by and , has boosted visibility and drawn Gen Z viewers into alternative media ecosystems. Its viral moments have intersected with broader trends in extreme content consumption, contributing to niche subcultures around physical confrontations, though mainstream adoption remains constrained by criticisms of health risks and spectacle over athleticism.

Criticisms and Participant Experiences

Medical professionals have criticized Power Slap for its high incidence of concussive events and potential for long-term , noting the absence of head protection or defensive maneuvers amplifies risks compared to other combat sports. A cross-sectional video analysis published in JAMA Surgery on September 18, 2024, reviewed 333 open-handed slaps across 140 sequences involving 56 Power Slap contestants, finding concussive signs after 97 slaps (29.1%) and in 72 sequences (51.8%); notably, 44 contestants (78.6%) displayed at least one such sign, including , blank stare, or impaired voluntary movement, with 20 experiencing signs from second impacts. Neurologists and neurosurgeons have warned that these repetitive subconcussive and concussive forces to the jaw and temple could precipitate cumulative neurodegeneration, akin to mechanisms in but without mitigation, potentially elevating risks for (CTE). Participant experiences often reveal immediate visible trauma, with fighters exhibiting symptoms like facial asymmetry, disorientation, and motor deficits post-slap. In a January 2023 event, winner Frank "Wolverine" Bata displayed pronounced facial drooping—later attributed by physicians to potential damage or from the rotational force—despite securing victory, highlighting how even "successful" outcomes can involve neurological compromise. Similarly, during a Power Slap bout, contestant Nicole Olsen suffered a strike causing her eyes to roll back involuntarily, a sign of cerebral disruption, after which she described the disorienting physical toll in a post-event . Some participants, such as slap fighter Kade Talley, have conceded in discussions that the discipline represents the "most dangerous" form of due to its direct, undefended head targeting, yet pursue it for the adrenaline and financial incentives, with events offering purses up to $250,000. Broader critiques from observers and former regulators decry Power Slap as prioritizing entertainment over athlete welfare, with terms like "stupid" and "distasteful" invoked for its perceived lack of skill or redeeming athletic value. In March 2023, former chairman publicly regretted approving its sanctioning, citing inadequate safeguards against evident harms. While defenders, including participants like heavyweight champion Damien Dibbell, frame involvement as a calculated risk for rapid earnings—Dibbell has used winnings to fund pursuits—the prevalence of documented injuries has fueled demands for regulatory intervention, with groups like the Brain Injury Association of America urging outright prohibition.

Health Risks: Evidence and Debates

Power Slap contests expose participants to repeated open-hand strikes targeting the unprotected face and head, primarily risking (TBI) from rotational forces and direct impact. A September 2024 cross-sectional video analysis in JAMA Surgery of 78 matches involving 56 Power Slap athletes identified visible signs—such as motor incoordination, blank stares, and loss of awareness—in 44 participants (78.6%) across slap sequences, with over half of sequences triggering such indicators. Many athletes displayed multiple signs by match end, including impaired balance and , yet frequently resumed competing without mandatory rest, heightening second-impact risks observed in 20 fighters. The authors concluded this pattern indicates likely induction of TBI, with implications for chronic issues like cognitive decline, though no peer-reviewed longitudinal studies exist given the league's inception in 2022. Facial and maxillofacial trauma represent additional acute hazards, including fractures, lacerations, and potential airway obstruction from swelling or displacement. A October 2025 Cureus report detailed these as inherent to the format, where stationary positioning prevents defensive evasion, amplifying force transmission to cranial structures and soft tissues. Pre-Power Slap slap fighting events have yielded fatalities, notably a 2021 Polish competitor's death from brain hemorrhage and multi-organ failure post-knockout, illustrating the mechanism's lethality absent rigorous oversight. Debates center on risk mitigation versus inherent dangers, with medical experts decrying the sport's as conducive to cumulative neurodegeneration akin to (CTE) in . The Brain Injury Association of America petitioned regulators in 2024 to prohibit events, arguing undetectable subconcussive blows inflict irreversible neuronal damage despite participant voluntariness. The American Association of Neurological Surgeons issued a June 2025 position statement highlighting unregulated play's TBI vulnerability, advocating preemptive safety standards over reactive care. League proponents, including founder , counter that Power Slap entails fewer cumulative impacts than football or —citing White's personal experience without detected deficits—and enforces protocols like on-site physicians for immediate evaluation. Athletic Commission approval in October 2022 mandates medical staffing and athlete screening, yet empirical data from the study reveals protocol gaps, as post-slap continuation persists amid evident impairment. Critics, including neurosurgeons, maintain these fall short of addressing the format's unmitigable physics, prioritizing empirical injury markers over comparative risk arguments.

Controversies

Regulatory Challenges and Bans

Power Slap received initial regulatory approval from the (NSAC) in February 2023, becoming the first sanctioned slap fighting league in the United States, with rules amended to require open-handed blows above the chin and mandatory medical oversight. Subsequent approvals followed in via a unanimous 6-0 vote by the California State Athletic Commission in December 2023, in March 2024, and in August 2024 despite physician warnings about risks of . However, expansion has faced significant hurdles, with UFC CEO identifying regulatory processes as the primary barrier rather than public opposition, requiring negotiations with state commissions to classify slap fighting as a akin to MMA or . Several U.S. states have prohibited or restricted Power Slap events. Alabama's athletic commission banned slap fighting in 2022, prior to Nevada's sanctioning, citing potential for serious ; in 2025, Gerald Allen introduced to codify and strengthen this prohibition, arguing it cannot be sanctioned as a legitimate . Tennessee's athletic commission has stated it does not permit slap fighting under existing statutes, while other states like those without commissions or pending reviews have not approved events. Oklahoma's ruled in November 2024 that slap fighting qualifies as a regulated , subjecting it to state oversight but not explicitly banning it. Opposition often stems from medical and safety concerns, with calls for broader bans highlighting the sport's vulnerability to unregulated knockouts and lack of defensive measures, though proponents argue sanctioning enables standardized protocols comparable to other contact sports. No outright international bans have been documented, but Power Slap events abroad, such as in the , operate under local promoter rules without U.S.-style athletic commission equivalents. Regulatory variability persists, with some commissions suspending competitors for doping violations under sanctioned events, underscoring challenges.

Ethical and Societal Debates

Critics argue that Power Slap promotes unrestrained violence without defensive measures, raising ethical questions about the morality of commercializing a activity that inflicts deliberate head trauma for spectator entertainment. Neurologist Chris Nowinski, CEO of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, described the format as "pure exploitation," noting that participants stand immobile while absorbing open-hand strikes to the face, often resulting in immediate knockouts or visible neurological impairment, with minimal protective gear beyond mouthguards and earplugs. This setup contrasts with regulated combat sports like or MMA, where evasion and countering are permitted, amplifying concerns that Power Slap commodifies vulnerability rather than skill or strategy. Debates center on participant and potential , as many competitors hail from lower socioeconomic backgrounds and pursue the league for financial gain or fame, with top prizes reaching $10,000 per event amid limited alternative opportunities in niche combat circuits. Proponents, including UFC president , contend that adults provide akin to other high-risk sports, emphasizing voluntary participation and regulatory oversight by bodies like the . However, ethicists and medical experts question the voluntariness, arguing that economic desperation undermines true autonomy, drawing parallels to exploitative labor in unregulated industries. A 2023 cross-sectional analysis of Power Slap footage revealed 78% of matches showing signs of , fueling arguments that promoters bear moral responsibility for long-term harms like (CTE), as highlighted by CTE researcher Dr. . Societally, Power Slap has sparked discourse on the normalization of gratuitous violence in media, with detractors warning it desensitizes audiences—particularly younger viewers via viral clips on platforms like —to real-world consequences of head impacts, potentially eroding cultural norms against . U.S. Congressman labeled it "mindless violence," criticizing its broadcast on networks like TBS as a step backward from efforts to curb aggression in sports amid rising awareness of CTE in football and other contact activities. Defenders counter that its appeal lies in raw authenticity, mirroring humanity's historical fascination with physical contests, and that bans would infringe on free expression and market-driven innovation in entertainment. Empirical visibility stems more from aggressive promotion by UFC affiliates than grassroots demand, per analyses of its regulatory push, underscoring tensions between commercial spectacle and priorities.

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