UFC Paris payouts: How much is Imavov, Borralho & others are getting paid? Reported & estimated salaries
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UFC has arrived in Paris to deliver a blockbuster show!
The MMA leader is all set to return to the French capital for the fourth consecutive year this Saturday to deliver a Fight Night card headlined by two hungry Middleweights ready to capitalize on the opportunity and secure a future title shot.
The Fight Night card will take place on Saturday, September 6, at Accor Arena in Paris, France. Similar to previous UFC events across the Atlantic and along the Seine, this Saturday’s card will highlight some of the top French fighters on the roster.
Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho will headline the show, while one of the French standouts, Benoit Saint Denis will battle Borralho’s fellow countryman Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event. Both the main and the co-main features a battle between France and Brazil.
Reported and estimated fighter payouts
Nassourdine Imavov
Nassourdine Imavov, fighting in front of his hometown crowd, is projected to take home a career-high purse approaching $500,000.
This figure not only reflects his rising star power but also dwarfs the estimated $200,000–$400,000 Imavov earned in his high-profile contest against Israel Adesanya.
His payout for previous main event slots hovered between $250,000 and $300,000, showing a clear upward trajectory for the French contender.
Caio Borralho
Facing Imavov in the main event, Caio Borralho is also set for a personal best. Borralho’s UFC Fight Night base reportedly landed in the $250,000–$350,000 range, building on earlier payouts of $100,000–$150,000 per bout with additional win and performance bonuses.
This main-event exposure, coming off a seven-fight UFC win streak and a decision victory over Jared Cannonier, has brought “The Fighting Nerd” to a new earning tier.
UFC Paris main card payouts
| Fighter | Base Purse | Win Bonus | Promotional/PPV Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total Earnings |
| Nassourdine Imavov | $200,000–$400,000 | $50,000–$100,000 | $10,000–$30,000 | $50,000 | ~$500,000+ |
| Caio Borralho | $150,000–$200,000 | $50,000–$100,000 | $10,000–$40,000 | $50,000 | $300,000–$350,000 |
| Benoît Saint Denis | $110,000–$150,000 | $50,000–$80,000 | $8,000–$16,000 | $50,000 | $250,000–$300,000 |
| Mauricio Ruffy | $55,000–$70,000 | $40,000 | $5,000–$10,000 | $50,000 | ~$110,000 |
| Patricio Pitbull | $200,000 | $75,000 | $20,000 | $50,000 | ~$345,000 |
| Bolaji Oki | $24,000 | $12,000 | $4,000 | $0–$50,000 | $40,000–$74,000 |
Disclamer: These numbers reflect reported and esitmated figures, the win and performance bonuses will be update once the Fight Night concludes.
The financial stakes at UFC Paris highlight just how far the sport and its stars have come. Fighters like Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho headline with career-best purses, showing the reward for years of dedication and main-event buzz.
For rising names such as Benoît Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy, these paydays represent not just larger checks but validation for their rapid rise on the international stage. Even established veterans and newcomers round out the card with estimated salaries that illustrate both the earning trajectory and depth of opportunity that exists at today’s UFC events.
What time does Imavov vs Borralho start in India and the US?
The prelims begin at 12:30 PM IST (India) / 3:00 PM ET (US), and the main card starts at 3:30 PM IST (India) / 6:00 PM ET (US) on Saturday in the US and Sunday in India.
Where is UFC Fight Night 258 taking place, and what is the capacity of the venue?
The event will be held at Accor Arena, Paris, France, which has an approximate capacity of 20,300 spectators.
How can fans watch the upcoming UFC Fight Night card?
Fans in the US can watch the event live on ESPN+, while those in other regions should check local listings or UFC Fight Pass for broadcasts.
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