MMA: MMA Fighters: The UFC is the biggest stage for mixed martial arts and home to many of the sports’ biggest stars and highest earners. However, there are many MMA fighters competing outside the UFC who have also found financial success and millionaire status. Here are 5 of the richest MMA fighters competing outside the UFC. Follow UFC News Updates with InsideSports.IN
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Millionaire MMA Fighters
Fedor Emelianenko – The legendary Fedor Emelianenko is considered by many to be the greatest MMA fighter of all time. At his peak, Fedor was the highest paid MMA fighter in the world, earning over $2 million per fight. Though past his prime now, Fedor built his wealth fighting for Pride FC and Strikeforce, before the UFC. He continues to compete and earn big paydays, though at a lower level. Fedor’s net worth is estimated to be over $20 million.
Demetrious Johnson – “Mighty Mouse” Johnson is one of the most skilled MMA fighters in the world, though he often flew under the radar during his time in the UFC’s flyweight division. Johnson left the UFC in 2018 and signed a lucrative deal with Singapore-based ONE Championship. Johnson’s ONE Championship contract and sponsorship deals earn him over $2 million per year, growing his net worth to $6.5 million and counting.
Eddie Alvarez – Eddie Alvarez is a former UFC lightweight champion who Used to competes for ONE Championship. Alvarez left the UFC in 2018 after a contract dispute and signed a six-figure deal with ONE Championship, He had not fought since April 2021. Between his ONE Championship contract and sponsorships, Alvarez earns over $1 million per year, building his net worth to $ 10 million.
Sage Northcutt – At just 27 years old, Sage Northcutt is one of the brightest prospects in MMA. Northcutt built up fame during his time in the UFC, leaving the promotion in 2018 to sign with ONE Championship. Northcutt’s youth, charisma, and talent have made him a marketable star outside the UFC. His ONE Championship deal and sponsorships earn Northcutt $1 million per year, giving him a net worth of $5 million.
Gegard Mousasi – Gegard Mousasi is a veteran MMA fighter who competed for major promotions like Strikeforce, Dream, and the UFC before signing with Bellator MMA in 2017. Mousasi is paid very well in Bellator, earning a six-figure salary for each fight. Mousasi also has numerous major sponsors, including Monster Energy and Electronic Arts. Mousasi’s Bellator and sponsorship earnings give him an estimated net worth of $6 million.
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