At Rio Arena, UFC 301 featured fighters who earned significant paychecks thanks to the UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance program. In this article, we will examine the specifics of this program, review the payment levels, and talk about how fighters are rewarded according to their skills and achievements.
The Program for Complying with the UFC Promotional Guidelines.
The UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance program covers a range of aspects such as outfitting rules, media responsibilities, and following the fighter code of conduct. It serves as a substitute for the prior payments given as part of the UFC Athlete Outfitting Policy.
Payout Levels
Fighters are paid depending on the combined number of UFC fights, as well as WEC fights from January 2007 onwards, and Strikeforce fights from April 2011 onwards. Below is a breakdown of the various payout tiers:
1-3 Bouts: $4,000 per appearance
4-5 Bouts: $4,500
6-10 Bouts: $6,000
11-15 Bouts: $11,000
16-20 Bouts: $16,000
21 Bouts and More: $21,000
Additionally:
Champions earn $42,000.
Title challengers receive $32,000.
Royalty Payments
In addition to experience-based pay, UFC fighters receive royalty payments amounting to 20-30 percent of any UFC merchandise sold that bears their likeness. This provides an ongoing source of income beyond fight purses.
UFC 301 Payouts
Let’s take a look at the specific payouts from UFC 301:
Alexandre Pantoja: $42,000 (defeated Steve Erceg)
Jose Aldo: $21,000 (defeated Jonathan Martinez)
Anthony Smith: $21,000 (defeated Vitor Petrino)
And many more fighters received varying amounts based on their performance.
Conclusion
The UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance program ensures fair compensation for fighters while maintaining a professional image. As the sport continues to evolve, these guidelines play a crucial role in supporting athletes on their journey inside the octagon.
