by admin on February 15, 2012
UFC president Dana White is now saying that Rio de Janeiro could host UFC 147 should Sao Paulo’s logistical nightmare not get figured out. Haven’t hear about the problems? Pacaembu Stadium in Sao Paulo is facing issues with a nonprofit organization which has successfully lobbied to enforce a noise ordinance past midnight. This timing would throw off the perfect 10pm EST start time which makes it more accessible to international viewing.. Both places would be a good choice, but the fight schedule for June 16th is not too far off. Although not confirmed, 147 is set to feature a middleweight title rematch between reigning champ Anderson Silva and challenger Chael Sonnen. To top it off, “The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil” finalists will duke it out to decide a winner.
Here’s what we’re looking forward to:
by admin on February 7, 2012
Although Nick Diaz had trouble with Carlos Condit in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 143, he still took home the most money (even more than what Carlos took home with the winning bonus). Just how much is Diaz taking home per fight now? $200k to be exact, win or lose (according to the Nevada State Athletic Commission). He also earned the same amount in his previous fight against B.J Penn in UFC 137. Diaz was also able to keep himsef off the injury list from this past fight. See who is on medical suspension list from UFC 143.
Here’s some of the other top earners from the weekends matchups.
UFC 143 ‘Diaz vs. Condit’ salaries:
Carlos Condit: $110,000
(Includes $55,000 win bonus)
Nick Diaz: $200,000
Fabricio Werdum: $100,000
Roy Nelson: $20,000
Josh Koscheck: $146,000
(Includes $73,000 win bonus)
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