UFC Tampa wrapped up the year with a thrilling finale, as the last four fights ended in brutal finishes. Out of seven matchups, fans were treated to a series of electrifying stoppages that kept the energy high. With such an action-packed event, the focus shifted to the post-fight payouts. Everyone wanted to know who scored the biggest purse and pocketed bonuses from UFC CEO Dana White. Here’s the full rundown of which 4 fighters got the bonus from White.
The promotion made history with UFC Tampa, raking in $3.06 million from a sold-out crowd of 18,625. This massive turnout not only packed the arena but also made it the highest-grossing North American Fight Night card ever. As for the bonuses, the main event between Covington and Buckley, which ended in a TKO via doctor stoppage, didn’t secure the extra cash from Dana White. Despite its brutal conclusion, it missed out on the coveted post-fight bonus.
Meanwhile, the co-main event between Cub Swanson and Billy Quarantillo not only grabbed fan attention but also earned $50,000 Fight of the Night bonuses for both fighters. The veteran featherweights put on a thrilling two-round war before Swanson sealed the deal with a game-changing strike in the third round, taking home the win and the extra cash.
UFC Tampa Bonuses: Which Other Two Fighters Got The Bonus?
Two fighters also earned Performance of the Night bonuses. Dustin Jacoby claimed one after delivering a perfectly timed right hand late in the third round to knock out Vitor Petrino in a closely contested fight. The emphatic finish not only secured the bonus but also marked a huge comeback for Jacoby, ending a two-fight streak and bouncing back after a tough first-round loss in his previous bout.
Additionally, Michael Johnson got the $50k, dropping Ottman Azaitar with a second-round knockout that had the crowd buzzing. After dominating the first round, “The Menace” landed a clean right hook to end the fight. At 38, Johnson is back on a streak for the first time since 2018, proving he’s still got it.
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