UFC 294 purse, payout, salaries and full fight card schedule

It is confirmed that UFC 294, which will feature the rematch between Makhachev and Volkanovski as the main-event, will take place on Saturday, we examine the purse payout, salaries, and other details ahead of this event

On the upcoming Saturday, UFC’s lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev, is set to defend his title in a highly anticipated rematch against Alexander Volkanovski at the main-event of UFC 294. This bout is a repeat of their UFC 284 title fight that took place merely eight months ago. Originally, Makhachev was preparing for a rematch with Charles Oliveira. However, due to an unfortunate injury that caused a significant cut just last week, Oliveira had to withdraw from the fight. Consequently, with only 12 days’ notice, Volkanovski has stepped in as the replacement.

UFC 294 2023 purse, payout, salaries and full fight card schedule

UFC 294 full fight card schedule, fighters, & event summary

UFC 294 will surely turn out to be one of the most significant pay-per-view events of the year within the world’s leading MMA organization. The headline bout features a showdown between the lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev, and the featherweight titleholder, Alexander Volkanovski. In the co-main event, former champion Kamaru Usman will go up against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev, who is making his middleweight debut. Additionally, the main card includes matchups with Magomed Ankalaev, Johnny Walker, and Said Nurmagomedov. A particularly noteworthy undercard fight features Anshul Jubli, an undefeated lightweight hailing from India, who will make his UFC debut by taking on Mike Breeden.

Given the star-studded roster, including some of the biggest names in mixed martial arts, this event will surely generate substantial revenue for the UFC through pay-per-view sales. The main event of the evening will be a long-awaited rematch between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski as they vie for the UFC lightweight championship. This bout follows their closely contested showdown in February at UFC 284, where the Dagestani champion secured a unanimous decision victory over Volkanovski.

How much each fighter will earn from the UFC 294?

According to reports, Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski will receive a base pay of $1 million each, along with an additional $11,000 each in incentives. They are also expected to earn a share of the pay-per-view revenue. Among the other top earners for the night are Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev, who will be collecting $516,000 and $506,000, respectively. Flyweight contender Tim Elliot, set to face off against Muhammad Mokaev, will also receive a substantial payout of $116,000.

we examine the payouts of some key fighters at the UFC 294:

• Magomed Ankalaev: $111,000
• Johnny Walker: $101,000
• Ikram Aliskerov: $16,000
• Warlley Alves: $71,000
• Said Nurmagomedov: $106,000
• Muin Gafurov: $16,000
• Muhammad Mokaev: $54,500
• Anshul Jubli: $16,000
• Mike Breeden: $22,500
• Mohammad Yahya: $16,000
• Trevor Peek: $16,000

UFC 294: When & Where to watch: live stream & telecast

Indian fans can enjoy the live broadcast of UFC 294 on Sony Ten 1 and Sony Ten 3. Additionally, Sony LIV offers live streaming access. For viewers in the United States, the entire fight card will be available for live streaming through UFC Fight Pass and ESPN+.

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