Top-10 Highest Paid UFC Fighters

Conor McGregor, the “Notorious” one, reigns supreme as the highest-paid UFC fighter in 2023, raking in a staggering $39.3 million. Despite not fighting in the Octagon this year, his massive endorsement deals and business ventures continue to generate significant income.

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Following closely behind is Khabib Nurmagomedov, the undefeated former Lightweight champion, who retired in 2020 but still commands a hefty $22.9 million paycheck. His dominance and popularity within the sport continue to translate into lucrative endorsement deals.

Alistair Overeem, the veteran Heavyweight contender, comes in at third with $15.4 million. His longevity and consistent performance have earned him a loyal fanbase and numerous endorsement opportunities.

Despite being in the twilight of his career when it was all set and done, the legendary Anderson Silva still managed to secure a $13.5 million payday. His iconic status and legacy within the sport continued to attract sponsors and generate interest in his fights.

Rounding out the top five is Andrei Arlovski, the Heavyweight stalwart, who earned $11.2 million. His resilience and exciting fighting style have made him a fan favorite, leading to lucrative sponsorship deals and acting roles.

Other notable names on the list include Michael Bisping, Junior Dos Santos, Georges St-Pierre, Jon Jones, and Donald Cerrone, who all pocketed between $10.6 million and $11.1 million.

These top-10 earners showcase the immense financial rewards that can be achieved in the UFC. With the sport’s growing popularity and lucrative pay-per-view deals, it’s likely that future years will see even higher earnings for the top fighters.

Let’s take a look at the top 10 paid UFC fighters of all time.

Note: data sourced from BetMGM