Islam Makhachev successfully defended his UFC lightweight title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. It was a thrilling fight that went the full five rounds, with Makhachev ultimately submitting Poirier with a D’Arce choke in the fifth round. This was considered one of the most exciting and high-profile title fights in recent UFC history.
Given the significance of the main event matchup and the entertainment value it provided, it likely generated substantial pay-per-view buys and revenue for the promotion. The question now is how much money Islam Makhachev earned from his victory over Dustin Poirier.
Earnings Breakdown: Islam Makhachev’s Victory Over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302
The lightweight title fight between champion Islam Makhachev and challenger Dustin Poirier headlined the UFC 302 event. The fight is projected to generate over $15 million in total revenue. Makhachev and Poirier are set to earn the most significant shares of that revenue as the main event fighters.
Islam Makhachev is guaranteed a minimum payout of $1 million for the fight. However, with the potential for solid pay-per-view sales. His total earnings could reach $3 million to $5 million.
Dustin Poirier is also expected to earn a sizable payday, likely similar to Makhachev’s potential earnings. This is due to Poirier’s status as a UFC star and his ability to earn a percentage of the pay-per-view revenue through his negotiated “PPV points” deal.
Fans, including celebrities, witnessed an exhilarating five rounds at UFC 302 as Makhachev defended his title against Poirier. With his successful title defense, the question now is: what’s next for Makhachev in the UFC?
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