UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will headline against popular contender Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, with Makhachev defending his title. The co-main event includes a middleweight clash between Sean Strickland and Paulo Costa at UFC 302. As one of the biggest pay-per-view events, many fighters are expected to earn significant sums. Let’s look at the earnings for Islam Makhachev, Dustin Poirier, and other fighters on the card.
UFC 302 Payouts: Earnings Breakdown for Islam Makhachev, Dustin Poirier, and More
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev currently earns a base salary of $1 million. Makhachev’s victory over former pound-for-pound king Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 296 is estimated to have netted him around $2 million in total compensation for that fight.
In comparison, Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier is expected to earn approximately $1,021,000 for his fight against Justin Gaethje at UFC 291, likely similar to his typical fight purse.
Sean Strickland is anticipated to receive between $1 and 2 million USD, with his highest payout ranging from $3 to $5 million during his UFC 293 fight against Israel Adesanya. Conversely, Paulo Costa’s base pay is expected to exceed $1 million.
Viewers can anticipate an exhilarating showdown of talent and resolve as these two top-tier lightweights collide for the undisputed championship. The result of this bout could profoundly shape the trajectory of the lightweight division moving forward. Will Makhachev get a dominant win, or will it be Poirier who pulls off an upset? Tune in live to witness all the action unfold.
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