UFC Noche: Tonight, we witnessed an epic rematch for the UFC flyweight world championship at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring Mexico’s Alexa Grasso and Kyrgyzstan’s Valentina Shevchenko. The main event showcased both fighters at their peak, delivering an unforgettable match. However, to the disappointment of many fans, it concluded in a draw. Despite the outcome, fans are eager to know the fighters’ earnings from this event. Here’s the answer to that.
UFC Noche: Alexa Grasso vs Valentina Shevchenko Payouts
Grasso started the fight in a traditional stance, consistently going with an Orthodox approach but occasionally switching to southpaw. Both fighters heavily relied on their jabs and engaged in intense exchanges in close quarters. However, as the match ended, it led to a contentious decision resulting in a Split Draw (48-47, 47-48, 47-47). Fans are now eagerly curious about their earnings from this match.
When it comes to fighters’ salaries, pinpointing the exact figures can be challenging since they often keep that information under wraps. However, we can make educated guesses and informed estimates by referencing past reports.
In UFC 285, Shevchenko locked in a solid $500,000 as her guaranteed payout. The real earnings, however, stem from pay-per-view revenue and additional bonuses. When factoring in her win bonus and performance incentives, her overall compensation soared to an impressive $1 million.
Meanwhile, Grasso secured a confirmed purse of $210,000. On top of that, her performance bonuses, totaling $32,000, were solidified by sponsorship deals. So for UFC 227, it’s reasonable to assume that the payment structure will bear similarities to the payouts witnessed in UFC 285.
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Indeed, Grasso’s retention of the UFC women’s flyweight title through a split draw adds an intriguing twist. The lack of a clear winner sets the stage for a potential trilogy fight, which would undoubtedly be one of the exhilarating women’s trilogy bouts in UFC history. Fans can’t wait to see how this rivalry unfolds in what promises to be an electrifying third match.
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