Fans didn’t witness a knockout or submission in the main and co-main events, but they did see five intense rounds. UFC champions Dricus Du Plessis and Zhang Weili secured hard-fought decision victories, with Du Plessis defeating Sean Strickland and Weili overcoming Tatiana Suarez to retain their titles at UFC 312. However, along with successfully defending their belts, both champions also walked away with a massive payday.
According to SportySalaries, Dricus Du Plessis was the highest-paid fighter at UFC 312, earning over $2.5 million, including a $750K base salary and up to $2 million in PPV revenue. Sean Strickland followed with total earnings of $1.35 million, comprising a $500K guaranteed purse, $850K from PPV, and $32K in sponsorships.
Zhang Weili earned over $1.39 million, including a $500K base, $750K from PPV, a $100K win bonus, and $42K in sponsorships. Tatiana Suarez secured $800K, with a $350K base, $500K from PPV, and $32K in sponsorship money.
UFC 312: Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du Plessis – Bonus Winners: Who Took Home The Extra Cash?
UFC 312 delivered thrilling action and rewarded four fighters with $50,000 bonuses, three of whom were promotional newcomers. Quillan Salkild earned a Performance of the Night bonus with a lightning-fast 19-second TKO victory over Anshul Jubli, making an instant impact in his UFC debut.
Tallison Teixeira also secured a Performance of the Night bonus, stopping Justin Tafa in just 35 seconds with a dominant TKO finish. The Fight of the Night honors went to Rong Zhu vs. Kody Steele, with Zhu securing a hard-fought unanimous decision victory (30-27, 30-27, 30-27). UFC 312 lived up to expectations, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Now, anticipation builds for what’s next in the promotion.
