UFC Abu Dhabi 2024 payouts, purse, salaries, full fight card schedule, date and time

UFC Abu Dhabi 2024 payouts, purse, salaries, full fight card schedule, date and time

Have a look at the UFC Abu Dhabi 2024 payouts and purse

Let’s check out the dates and timings for Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov bout as the forthcoming UFC Abu Dhabi event is set to be a spectacular event.

For the curious, in addition to Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov, UFC fans will get to witness another amazing fight on the card between various fan-favorite contenders. Meanwhile, Tony Ferguson is all set to return in Abu Dhabi.

UFC Abu Dhabi 2024 payouts, purse, salaries, full fight card schedule, date and time details

Additionally, Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov, who are eyeing for the title, will battle it out in the octagon.

About UFC Abu Dhabi

The upcoming event will see Cory Sandhagen, riding a 3-fight win streak, sighting his eye on the title as he will go against Umar Nurmagomedov.

With 17 wins and 4 losses, “The Sandman” aims to dominate this weekend for a potential title shot. His star power has been rising with each fight, as evidenced by his number 2 ranking in the division.

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Meanwhile, his opponent, Umar Nurmagomedov, is widely recognized as a dominant force in the bantamweight division and also called as “Young Eagle.”

The Russian contender boasts a grappling-heavy style and so far, he earned 14 wins and no losses. Sandhagen will be stepping into Nurmagomedov’s backyard, trying to hand him his first-ever defeat.

UFC Abu Dhabi Payouts

Although, as of now, there isn’t any concrete details on the payout of these fighters. However, reports indicates that, Cory Sandhagen, earned $50,000 during his early career for three combined fights.

Following, his interim title shot against Petr Yan, significantly increased his earnings.
Despite losing to Yan, Cory Sandhagen has been paid $150,000 per fight since and “The Sandman” is now set to earn about $200,000 for his fight against Umar Nurmagomedov.

Meanwhile, Umar Nurmagomedov is expected to secure $100,000 from the Abu Dhabi bout. Currently ranked number 10 in the bantamweight division, the undefeated Russian contender is looking to climb the rankings.

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Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov Date & Timings

For the curious, the main event of UFC fight night that is Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov is set to take place at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi on August 3, 2024. The prelims start at 12 p.m. ET, and 9 a.m. PT, with the main card live on ABC, ESPN & ESPN+ at 3 p.m. ET, and 12 p.m. PT.

List of Main Card Bouts

Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov: Bantamweight
Shara Magomedov vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk: Welterweight
Marlon Vera vs. Deiveson Figueiredo: Bantamweight
Tony Ferguson vs. Michael Chiesa: Welterweight
Mackenzie Dern vs. Loopy Godinez: Women’s Strawweight
Joel Álvarez vs. Elves Brenner: Lightweight

For the unfamiliar, Figueiredo, taking on Vera in the bantamweight division, is projected to earn about $100,000, while, Vera, is expected to make around $150,000.

Fans favorite Tony Ferguson, is expected to take home around $300,000 for his fight against Michael Chiesa.

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The UFC event in Abu Dhabi is expected to be one of the best cards of the year, featuring a stacked line-up of former champions.

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