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Why do UFC fighters get paid less than boxers?
As we can see, the biggest boxing fighters still earn more than UFC fighters (at least from theirs fighting sport), but on average UFC fighters probably earn more, because small professional and amateur boxers earn very little and usually have to pay everything for them selfs.
Does Dana White under pay fighters?
UFC president Dana White has often been accused of underpaying his fighters. Although White has stated that the company has been doing unprecedented numbers even during the COVID-19 pandemic, many fighters are still left unsatisfied with their low wages.
How much does Dana White Make UFC?
On the same podcast, Dana White revealed that the UFC paid a fighter $750,000 for competing in the preliminary card of the recently concluded UFC 268 pay-per-view.
Why are UFC fighters paid so much compared to boxing?
For most people, the UFC is MMA. In contrast, with boxing people usually go to see the fighters. When PBF or Manny Pacquiao fight, people tune in to watch them, not Bob Arum’s brand. That’s drawing power, and that’s why they get paid tens of millions.
How does Conor McGregor make millions per fight?
The truth is, he is the one person most responsible for the success of the UFC, and it’s because of him that someone like Conor McGregor can make millions per fight. He is a businessman. Fighters get paid what they’re worth, and their worth is determined by how many asses they can put in seats and how many PPVs they can sell.
Why is MMA more popular than boxing in the US?
The reason for this is that boxing is a far more established sport in America, it’s Ben around for more than a century. In due time, MMA will rise to this level and it’s best fighters will also be paid on par with the best-paid boxers.
How much did UFC 157 fighters get paid for losses?
The undercard for UFC 157 was a bit more steady: four fighters received $8,000 for defeat, with Villefort being the low rung on the totem pole at $6,700.