UFC 312: Fighter Payouts & Prize Money 

UFC 312 delivered thrilling fights and massive paydays for fighters. Let’s break down the earnings from the night! 

Main Event – Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland 

Dricus Du Plessis defeated Sean Strickland via unanimous decision to become the new middleweight champion. 

Dricus Du Plessis Payout 

Base salary: $1.2M | PPV Share: $400K | Sponsorships: $42K | Total: $2.14M 

Sean Strickland Payout 

Base salary: $1M | Sponsorships: $32K | Total: $1.03M 

Co-Main Event – Zhang Weili vs Tatiana Suarez 

Zhang Weili dominated Tatiana Suarez to retain her strawweight title via unanimous decision. 

Zhang Weili Payout 

Base salary: $800K | PPV Share: $400K | Sponsorships: $42K | Total: $1.742M 

Tatiana Suarez Payout 

Base salary: $300K | Sponsorships: $32K | Total: $332K 

Summary of Earnings 

– Dricus Du Plessis: $2.14M – Sean Strickland: $1.03M – Zhang Weili: $1.742M – Tatiana Suarez: $332K

UFC 312 showcased thrilling fights and massive payouts. Who do you think deserved the biggest payday?