Rose Namajunas earned the highest payout at UFC Atlanta with $500,000 for her win over Miranda Maverick, while Kamaru Usman and Michael Chiesa also secured substantial earnings for their victories.
Rose Namajunas walked away with the top payday at UFC Atlanta, pocketing a cool $500,000 after her victory over Miranda Maverick. The Georgia Athletic & Entertainment Commission confirmed these figures, placing Namajunas at the top of the earnings list for the event.
After a tough loss to Erin Blanchfield, Namajunas bounced back strong. She showed her grit in a three-round battle against Maverick. Her paycheck? A hefty $250,000 just to show up, plus another $250,000 for the win.
Miranda Maverick, despite ending her four-fight win streak, took home $125,000. Unfortunately, she revealed a torn ACL, which could keep her out for a year.
In the main event, Kamaru Usman snagged $300,000 for his dominant win over Joaquin Buckley. This victory marked his first in nearly four years, putting him back in the title shot conversation.
Joaquin Buckley, on the other hand, earned $150,000 despite the loss. Meanwhile, Cody Garbrandt, though defeated by Raoni Barcelos, still managed to earn $275,000. He recently signed a new multi-fight deal, securing his future with the UFC.
Veteran Michael Chiesa made $300,000 for his win over Court McGee, despite the fight not being the night’s most thrilling. His earnings included $150,000 to show and another $150,000 for the win.
Here are the full salaries for UFC Atlanta:
– Kamaru Usman: $300,000
– Joaquin Buckley: $150,000
– Rose Namajunas: $500,000 — $250,000 to show, $250,000 to win
– Miranda Maverick: $125,000
Other notable payouts included Edmen Shabazyan at $186,000 and Alonzo Menifield at $250,000. Meanwhile, newcomers like Mansur Abdul-Malik and Oumar Sy earned $28,000 and $26,000, respectively.
In the prelims, Phil Rowe secured $110,000, while Ange Loosa walked away with $30,000. The event showcased a wide range of fighters and salaries, reflecting both experience and recent performances.