UFC 304 Fighter Pay Revealed For Leon Edwards, Belal Muhammad, Tom Aspinall, Paddy Pimblett, And More

Find out how much the UFC 304 fighters earned from their respective fights in Manchester, England.

UFC 304 delivered a night of thrilling action for the Manchester crowd, and while the performances were undoubtedly the highlight, the financial implications for the fighters are also worth exploring.

Main Event Money: Muhammad’s Million-Dollar Night

The biggest story of the night was Belal Muhammad’s dethroning of Leon Edwards. The victory not only secured Muhammad’s spot as the new UFC Welterweight Champion but also set him up for a significant payday.

While exact figures are yet to be confirmed, it’s clear that both fighters were set to earn substantial sums.

Edwards, coming in as the champion, was reportedly guaranteed a base salary of $500,000, with the potential for this figure to double if he retained his title.

For Muhammad, who entered the fight as the underdog, his base salary was reportedly around $80,000. However, with the championship win, that number is expected to skyrocket.

Both fighters will also receive a share of the Pay-Per-View (PPV) revenue, which could add thousands to their purses.

Co-Main Event Cash: Aspinall’s Rapid Rise

Tom Aspinall’s devastating victory over Curtis Blaydes in the co-main event was another highlight of the night.

As the UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion, Aspinall reportedly earned a base salary of $500,000, along with a cut of the PPV. Blaydes, while coming up short, still secured a reported $200,000 purse, which included a $100,000 fight bonus.

Paddy Pimblett’s Payday

The ever-popular Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett continued his winning streak with a submission victory over King Green.

Having signed a new deal with the UFC prior to his previous fight, Pimblett is believed to have earned around $154,000 for that bout. It’s likely that his purse for UFC 304 would be in a similar range.

While the exact figures for the remaining fighters on the card are not publicly available, it’s safe to say that every fighter who stepped into the Octagon earned a substantial paycheck for their efforts. UFC 304 was undoubtedly a financially rewarding event for many involved.

As the UFC continues to grow in popularity, fighter pay has become an increasingly hot topic. While the disclosed figures provide some insight into the earning potential for top-tier fighters, there’s still a significant gap in transparency when it comes to the overall compensation structure within the organisation.

Note: All figures mentioned in this article are based on available reports and estimates.