Dricus Du Plessis salary QUADRUPLED - Staggering figures REVEALED!
Dricus Du Plessis earnings have skyrocketed since he first triumphantly made history to claim the UFC Middleweight Championship against Sean Strickland.
Thereafter, his salary has skyrocketed with the SA-born superstars earnings quadrupling between then and his most recent bout against American, Sean Strickland – in their re-match.
BIG-READ: DRICUS DU PLESSIS STAGGERING SALARY REVEALED!
Du Plessis earnings have multiplied by four since his he claimed the UFC middleweight championship against Strickland. Thereafter, he submitted the imposing, agile and dangerous Israel Adesanya in a his first title defence – a statement of note by the South African.
When he first took on Strickland, as the challenger, he took home a reported $300 000 base salary for the fight (excluding add-ons).
Now, the South African UFC middleweight champion salary has drastically increased with Du Plessis earning a reported $1.2 million (base salary) for his re-match against Sean Strickland.
This is a staggering 300% increase between three fights.
As mentioned, these fixtures exclude all additional earnings such as pay per view payouts and sponsorship deals which continue to grow exponentially as he continues to win. Thus, growing his brand as an individual and his value to other companies seeking sponsorship.
Dricus will defend his title against Khamzat Chimaev on August 16 in Chicago, USA.
'UFC owner Dana White announced that Dricus du Plessis will defend his belt against Khamzat Chimaev,' White told the media.
'After much speculation, the fight is happening and is scheduled for August 16 in Chicago, USA,' White added during the press conference.
Furthermore, he is expected to earn a similiar base fee or even more for his brutal blockbuster showdown against Khamzat. With sponsorship deals, pay per view payout and his base salary likely to increase.
Stay tuned to The South African as we unveil his earnings and pay out and everything you need to know about Dricus ' Stillknocks ' Du Plessis up-and-coming title defense.
DO YOU THINK DRICUS DU PLESSIS SHOULD EARN MORE OR LESS AS A BASE SALARY PER FIGHT? WHAT ARE YOUR PREDICTIONS FOR HIS TITANTIC TITLE DEFENCE AGAINST KHAMZAT IN AUGUST?
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