Khamzat Chimaev continues to prove he’s a one-of-a-kind fighter in MMA with his latest statement win over Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. After a year away, ‘Borz’ is back with a bang, securing a solid win and keeping his undefeated streak alive. While the victory was impressive, all eyes are now on his earnings, especially since he’s openly claimed to be making more than some UFC champions.
Regarding his payout, Chimaev reportedly ranked as the third highest-paid fighter in the co-main event, bringing in over $1.15 million. His earnings included a guaranteed purse of $500,000, a potential $500,000 from pay-per-view shares if sales surpassed 800,000 buys, and a $50,000 bonus for his first-round submission, earning him “Performance of the Night.”
Meanwhile, Whittaker had to face the tough blow of a loss after getting back on a winning track. Still, he won’t leave empty-handed, earning an estimated $400,000 guaranteed, $500,000 from pay-per-view, and $16,000 in sponsorships, totaling $916,000. However, these are just estimates, and the actual figures are not verified or out from the official UFC site other than the bonus part.
Khamzat Chimaev Shrugs Off Title Shot, Claims He’s Making More Than UFC Champions
While many UFC fighters frequently voice complaints about their earnings, Khamzat Chimaev doesn’t share that concern. Not only is he making more than the champions, but while the rest of the roster scrambles for a title shot, Chimaev is perfectly happy focusing on his financial success. Talking to Michael Bisping, he stated, “I’m happy with that… I make more money than any champs man.”
Indeed, many champions haven’t even crossed the million-dollar mark in earnings, but Chimaev stands out not just in skill but also financially. After comfortably winning his latest fight, he made a point in the post-fight interview to call out the UFC and Dana White for a title shot, suggesting he’s next in line for a championship opportunity.
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