The UFC is returning to Las Vegas to host a Fight Night at its UFC Apex facility. In a highly anticipated matchup, top flyweight contenders Alex Perez and Tatsuro Taira will face off, with former title challenger Perez aiming to hand Taira his first loss.
The headliner features a flyweight bout between the No. 5 ranked Alex Perez and the No. 13 ranked Tatsuro Taira. The entire fight card promises to be thrilling. Let’s examine the purses and payouts for all the fighters, including Perez and Taira.
UFC Vegas 93 Earnings: Breakdown of Purses and Payouts for Perez, Taira, and More
Alex Perez, one of the top performers in the UFC’s flyweight division, earned $135,000 for his impressive fight against Jussier Formiga. It’s expected that he will make a similar amount for this upcoming bout.
Tatsuro Taira, who earned $65,000 at UFC 290, will likely earn more in this fight. Ikram Aliskerov has a base salary of $50,000, while Antonio Trocoli’s salary has not been disclosed yet.
Lucas Almeida has disclosed career earnings of $50,000. Fighters can also boost their earnings through Night bonuses, significantly increasing their total payout.
The Perez vs. Taira fight is scheduled for Saturday, June 15. The main card will start at 10 p.m. ET / 3 a.m. UK time (Sunday), with the main event cagewalks expected around 1 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. UK time (Sunday).
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These timings might change depending on the main card’s duration of the preceding fights. In the U.S., fans can watch the fight on ESPN+, while viewers in the UK can tune in on TNT Sports. So don’t miss the action—catch the whole event live.
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