At UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes were the main event fighters competing for the vacant featherweight title.
Alexander Volkanovski base purse was estimated between $500,000 and $750,000. However, with pay-per-view shares and potential bonuses, his total earnings likely exceeded $1.5 million, possibly reaching as high as $3 million.
Lopes had a base salary of approximately $500,000, which was his largest payday to date. His total earnings for the event were reported to be around $682,000.
These figures highlight the significant financial gap between established fighters like Volkanovski and rising contenders like Lopes.
The co-main event of UFC 314 featured Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett. Here's a breakdown of their estimated earnings:
Michael Chandler base pay was estimated at around $500,000, with potential bonuses and pay-per-view shares possibly increasing his total earnings beyond $1 million. However, his reported total payout was $506,000.
Pimblett's guaranteed pay was estimated at $400,000, with potential bonuses that could significantly increase his earnings. His reported total payout was $556,000.