Just as we begin to believe that UFC 294 Islam Makhachev And Charles Oliveira has set a standard that cannot be surpassed, they take a respectable pay-per-view programme that had become a straw and transform it into gold by adding Alexander Volkanovski to it.
There is no doubt that Charles Oliveira would have been an excellent opponent for Islam Makhachev, but based on fan reaction, it appears that fans are far more interested in learning who the best pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC is. An announcement of the rematch with Alexander Volkanovski was made around a week after Mateusz Gamrot was announced as Makhachev and Oliveira’s backup.
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The short notice is undoubtedly not in Volkanovski’s favour, but losing weight to 155 pounds ought to be simpler. Volkanovski has been eager to avenge the contentious draw from their first bout, thus it is sense to presume that he has maintained his readiness.
When Paulo Costa was forced to withdraw due to injury, the UFC found Khamzat Chimaev a much better opponent. As if that weren’t enough magic for one card. Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski are to face one another on October 21, 2023, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Initially, before Charles Oliverira was replaced by Alexander Volkanovski, their base salaries were determined to be $400,000. Both the fighters would earn a substantial salary of the mentioned amount.
Considering the Pay-Per-View payouts both the fighters will generate an amount of Makhachev $300,000 Volkanovski will be making $400,000
Makhachev will receive a total payout of $700,000, while Volkanovski will receive a whopping $800,000. These numbers highlight the financial benefits that come with competing at the highest level in the UFC.
The mentioned figures are estimated based on the fan’s prediction, UFC has not stated any specified amount as of now. The mentioned figures are susceptible to change.
