Chris Eubank Jr. believes that UFC fighters are not being fairly compensated compared to boxers, due to Dana White’s monopoly over the sport, and hopes for more competition in the future.
Chris Eubank Jr. has spoken out about what he sees as unfair pay for fighters in the UFC. As the son of former boxing champion Chris Eubank, he has experience in the world of combat sports and is an avid fan of MMA. However, Eubank feels that UFC fighters are not being adequately compensated for their efforts compared to boxers. He believes that the pay structure in the UFC is the only downside to the sport, stating, “…those guys aren’t getting paid anywhere near as much as we’re making in boxing.”
This issue of fighter pay has been a longstanding concern in MMA and has led to a growing number of fighters leaving the UFC in search of better financial opportunities in boxing. Eubank pointed out that the lack of competition in the MMA world, with Dana White’s control of the UFC, limits fighters’ bargaining power and ultimately affects their earnings. In contrast, the boxing world offers greater competition and the potential for bigger paydays for fighters.
Eubank acknowledged White’s success in monopolizing the MMA world from a business perspective but expressed his concern for the fighters and their lack of fair compensation. He emphasized the physical and mental toll that fighters endure and argued that they should be better compensated for their sacrifices. The potential for change in the UFC’s pay structure may arise from a class-action lawsuit filed by former fighters, aiming to introduce more competition into the sport. The outcome of this legal action could impact the future of fighter pay in the UFC.