**Breaking: Dana White Fires Back, Claims UFC Fighters Are Well-Paid Compared to Boxers, Dismisses ‘Huge Pay Discrepancy’ Myth as ‘Total Bulls***’ In a bombshell statement, UFC boss Dana White has slammed the widespread perception that boxers earn significantly more than UFC fighters. White, set to enter the boxing promotion sphere with Zuffa Boxing’s first event this Saturday, categorically dismissed the idea that there’s a vast pay gap, asserting, “We have guys that would be considered journeymen in the UFC that make millions of dollars in boxing. The money’s just spread out amongst the fighters better.” The controversial figure, who still helms the UFC, likened the earnings of top stars like Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey to those of boxing’s elite, while suggesting that the perceived pay disparity is mythical. White’s comments come in stark contrast to the common belief that boxing’s top stars, such as Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford, and Oleksandr Usyk, command higher salaries than their MMA counterparts. Stay tuned for more developments in this unfolding story.
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Dana White’s Boxing Debut: A New Era of Fighter compensation?
White’s Entrenchment and Boxing Promoter Venture
Fresh from cementing his role as a boxing promoter, Dana White is wasting no time in sharing his views on the sport. In an interview on ‘Inside the Ring,’ the UFC CEO-turned-boxing-promoter had some strong opinions on the perceived pay gap between boxing and MMA fighters.
Disparity in fighter earnings: Myth or reality?
White maintains that the widely-held belief of a significant pay discrepancy between boxing and MMA is “total bullshit.” He argues that while boxing’s top stars command large paychecks, the money is more evenly distributed among UFC fighters. White points out that even journeymen in the UFC can make millions, while top boxers like Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford, and Oleksandr Usyk routinely rake in multi-million-dollar paydays.
“There’s always this talk that there’s such a huge pay discrepancy between boxing and MMA, which is total bullshit,” White said on the show. “We have guys that would be considered journeymen in the UFC that make millions of dollars [in boxing].”
White’s projections for boxing’s future
With his first boxing event – a super fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford – on the horizon, White hinted at the financial windfall awaiting the combatants. While not disclosing specific figures, he suggested both fighters would receive hefty paydays, with Alvarez “probably” making over $100 million.
White also predicts that Saturday’s event is projected to bring in the third-highest gate of all time, trailing only the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor fights.
However, the main difference between this event and the two blockbuster fights mentioned above is the broadcast revenue. Unlike Mayweather-Pacquiao and Mayweather-McGregor, the Alvarez-Crawford bout will be available to stream on Netflix, eliminating the need for a pay-per-view purchase.
FAQ: White’s Impact on Boxing compensation
White’s presence in boxing could lead to increased fighter compensation, given his track record in the UFC. However, it’s too soon to tell if his influence will significantly change the pay structure in boxing.
Pro Tips: What fighters can learn from White’s approach
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