The co-main event of UFC 299 showcased an exciting lightweight match with ex-interim champion Dustin Poirier going up against the promising newcomer Benoit Saint Denis. Dustin Poirier won against Benoit Saint Denis by TKO (at the 2:32 mark of the second round). Now, let’s take a look at Dustin Poirier’s earnings from his knockout victory over Benoit Saint-Denis.
UFC 299: Dustin Poirier’s Earnings from Knockout Victory over Benoit Saint-Denis
After being knocked out in the second round by Justin Gaethje in the UFC 291 BMF title bout, Dustin Poirier walked away with $1,470,000 for his appearance. Meanwhile, Benoit Saint-Denis earned approximately $116,000 for his win over Matt Frevola at UFC 295. Given the high stakes of this match, it’s expected to draw significant fan interest, and it’s likely both fighters will receive substantial paydays.
While the exact payouts for UFC 299 have not been disclosed, it’s reasonable to assume that both fighters secured substantial earnings from the event. Despite experiencing a setback at UFC 299, Dustin Poirier rebounded impressively with a dominant victory over Benoit Saint-Denis.
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The UFC held its third major pay-per-view event of the year at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, USA. A seasoned fighter, Dustin Poirier has participated in numerous significant bouts previously. Following his recent victory, Poirier sent a powerful message by knocking out Benoit Saint-Denis with an impressive hook.
