Mixed martial arts continues its rapid ascent as one of the globe’s most popular sports, elevating its top athletes to the ranks of the highest earners in combat sports alongside premier boxers. Central to this surge is Conor McGregor, the Irish superstar who is set to make a highly anticipated return to the Octagon on Saturday, July 11, after a five-year hiatus.
The upcoming UFC 329 event in Las Vegas promises an electrifying lineup, featuring McGregor’s comeback fight against Hawaii’s Max Holloway. Before the headline bout, fans will witness an exciting co-main event between Benoît Saint Denis and Paddy Pimblett. The full card includes a total of 14 fights.
For viewers in the United States, UFC 329 will be accessible through subscriptions to Paramount+ and UFC Pass, marking a shift away from the traditional pay-per-view system. The preliminaries will kick off at 5 p.m. ET, with the main card expected to wrap up around midnight ET.
Fighter Earnings at UFC 329
The UFC’s compensation system generally divides fighters into three pay tiers: low, mid, and high. Earnings vary significantly depending on a fighter’s status, popularity, and role on the fight card. While some competitors take home modest paychecks, others, particularly marquee names like McGregor, command substantially larger purses.