Disclosure is always a finicky thing with state athletic commissions when it comes to fighter payouts. Sometimes, you get a neat spreadsheet of show and win purses (hat tip to you, California). Sometimes, you get a batch of bout agreements from weigh-in day, or just get a cell phone picture of payouts. Many commissions consider the information proprietary – akin to a trade secret – and won’t give you anything. One state got its rules changed to keep numbers away from inquiring reporters ( looking at you, Florida )
Follow this link:
Now we know UFC 218′s biggest payout, and a helpful salary median – MMA Junkie