UFC 311 saw Islam Makhachev face Renato Moicano in the main event after Arman Tsarukyan pulled out just before weigh-ins. While the event delivered action throughout, the last-minute replacement changed expectations for the headliner. Despite this, Makhachev made history at UFC 311, drawing attention to the event and, as usual, sparking curiosity about his earnings. Fans are now wondering how much the lightweight champion took home from this milestone fight.
As for the purse, official figures remain undisclosed by the UFC. However, the California State Athletic Commission reported that Islam Makhachev is set to receive a flat fee of $200,000 for his fourth title defense. This amount could significantly increase through additional incentives, such as performance bonuses and a share of PPV revenue. With the event’s success, Makhachev’s total earnings are estimated to fall between $3 million and $5 million.
Reports suggest that UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili was the top earner at UFC 311. He reportedly received $500,000 for his first title defense, making his return to the octagon both successful and lucrative. While these are just the reports the actual numbers might be different from this.
Islam Makhachev Surpasses Khabib Nurmagomedov
With his fourth title defense, Islam Makhachev has officially surpassed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s record, as Khabib retired after defending his title only three times. Many wonder how much further Khabib could have taken this record had he fought longer. Now, Makhachev stands on the brink of another milestone, just one win away from matching Anderson Silva’s legendary UFC win streak, solidifying his place among the sport’s greats.
Indeed, at this pace, Islam Makhachev is on track to become the biggest UFC superstar to emerge from Dagestan. With his consistent dominance and record-breaking performances, he has the potential to surpass Khabib Nurmagomedov’s legacy in the coming years.
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