In a recent development from Perth, Australia, fighters from UFC 305 took home a total of $243,500 in UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance payouts. This program, which includes outfitting requirements, media obligations, and other code-of-conduct items, replaced the previous UFC Athlete Outfitting Policy.
#UFC305 #BRECRY UFC 305 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Du Plessis lead earner #ipsliv #AlainDelon #Emery pic.twitter.com/GQlqJe3r5n
— Jack-99 (@Jack_8618) August 18, 2024
UFC 305, held at RAC Arena in Western Australia, saw a variety of fighters earn payouts based on their experience and the number of UFC bouts they’ve participated in. The main card of the event was aired on pay-per-view, with prelims shown on ESPN and ESPN+.
Among the fighters, Dricus Du Plessis topped the earnings with $42,000 following his victory over Israel Adesanya, who earned $32,000. Other notable payouts included Dan Hooker with $21,000 and Tai Tuivasa with $16,000.
The UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance program pays fighters based on the number of UFC bouts they’ve fought, as well as Zuffa-era WEC and Strikeforce bouts. The payout tiers range from $4,000 for fighters with 1-3 bouts to $42,000 for champions. Title challengers receive $32,000.
In addition to these payouts, UFC fighters are entitled to perpetual royalty payments of 20-30% for any UFC merchandise that features their likeness, providing an additional income stream.
UFC 305 fight grades: Du Plessis, Kara-France, Prates earn top marks – via @ESPN App https://t.co/RHOSX0j08G
— Zack (@QueensIceZ) August 18, 2024
The UFC 305 event marked another substantial contribution to the year-to-date total, bringing the 2024 figure to $5,158,000. Since the program’s inception, the total payouts have reached nearly $28 million.
For those interested in the event’s finer details, the MMA Junkie’s event hub for UFC 305 offers extensive coverage, and fans can engage in discussions on their Instagram page and YouTube channel.
Key Points:
i. UFC 305 fighters received a total of $243,500 in Promotional Guidelines Compliance payouts.
ii. Du Plessis earned the highest payout of $42,000 as the event’s champion.
iii. The program compensates fighters based on their experience and participation in Zuffa-era fights.
iv. Fighters are also entitled to ongoing royalty payments for UFC merchandise featuring their likeness.
v. The year-to-date total for Promotional Guidelines Compliance payouts in 2024 has reached $5,158,000.
Charles William III – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News