LAS VEGAS – Conor McGregor has built a reputation as being fighter of great monetary value. At UFC 246, Donald Cerrone will stand opposite McGregor (21-4 MMA, 9-2 UFC) and will almost certainly take home an elevated payday as a result. Elevated opponent pay led McGregor to famously coin the term “red panty night” in late 2015. The phrase pokes fun at the idea fighting McGregor is similar to winning a sweepstakes. In other words, it’s a celebratory affair.
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Donald Cerrone on his UFC 246 payday: ‘Somewhere in this business is a liar’ – MMA Junkie