How much will Conor McGregor make at UFC 329? Full reported payout & salary breakdown
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The former Double Champion returned to the UFC after five years.
Conor McGregor returns after five years and a horrific leg injury to take on the former featherweight Champion Max Holloway in his first trip to the octagon since 2021. The return headlines UFC 329 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
As expected, the event shattered records before even taking place. Per Dana White, generating approximately $25 million in ticket sales, UFC 329 broke the UFC’s all-time live gate record.
This is a rematch from their first meeting in 2013, when both stars were trying to make a name for themselves in the featherweight division. McGregor won their first encounter via unanimous decision. However, this time the two will meet two weight classes up at Welterweight.
Conor McGregor’s estimated payout
Conor McGregor continues to be MMA’s most marketable superstar, and his UFC 329 payday is another reflection of his drawing power.
Throughout his UFC career, McGregor has secured some of the highest fight purses in the promotion’s history. His reported earnings include approximately $28.48 million for his clash with Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 and around $23 million for the UFC 264 trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier. Conor made a reported $30 million for the boxing showdown against Floyd Mayweather.
The official purse and salary figures for the rematch between McGregor and Holloway have not been disclosed. However, the financial package was evidently lucrative enough to bring McGregor back for his first UFC appearance since 2021.
According to multiple reports, McGregor is guaranteed a base purse of at least $15 million, excluding any performance bonuses or additional promotional payments. His total payout for the return fight exceeds $ 30 million.
On the other hand, Holloway is taking home north of $5 million in total with a guaranteed payout of $3 million.
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How much was Conor McGregor paid for UFC 329 against Max Holloway?
While the UFC has not officially disclosed fighter purses, reports suggest Conor McGregor earned a guaranteed base salary of at least $15 million for his rematch with Max Holloway.
What was Max Holloway’s salary for UFC 329?
Per reports, Holloway is taking home north of $5 million in total with a guaranteed payout of $3 million.
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