Chapter
MMA Fighters' Earnings
35:36 - 39:22 (03:45)
MMA fighters can make millions at the top level, but most have signed seven-fight deals that prevent them from leaving for other leagues, and the bottom of the barrel fighters like Mike Perry, struggle to earn a living wage.
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UFC fighters often struggle with financial stability, with many relying on their fight purses as their main source of income.
35:36 - 36:55 (01:19)
Summary
UFC fighters often struggle with financial stability, with many relying on their fight purses as their main source of income. This can lead to poor financial decisions and a lack of preparedness for retirement.
ChapterMMA Fighters' Earnings
Episode#91 with Ben Askren - The UFC Star Turned Crypto Investor
PodcastMy First Million
In this episode, the speaker discusses the misconception that all professional fighters are wealthy and explains how much money top-level fighters like Conor McGregor and Jon Jones make compared to lower-level fighters.
36:55 - 38:18 (01:22)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker discusses the misconception that all professional fighters are wealthy and explains how much money top-level fighters like Conor McGregor and Jon Jones make compared to lower-level fighters.
ChapterMMA Fighters' Earnings
Episode#91 with Ben Askren - The UFC Star Turned Crypto Investor
PodcastMy First Million
The personal brand of a fighter often determines the type of money they make, as most fighters are signed to multiple-fight deals that limit their ability to switch leagues even if they wanted to.
38:18 - 39:22 (01:04)
Summary
The personal brand of a fighter often determines the type of money they make, as most fighters are signed to multiple-fight deals that limit their ability to switch leagues even if they wanted to.