REPORT: Dricus Du Plessis set to make MILLIONS against Chimaev! Staggering amount revealed!
Dricus du Plessis will defend his middleweight title for the third time at UFC 319 in Chicago, USA.
He faces arguably his toughest test yet, Khamzat Chimaev. Both men are undefeated in the octagon in the UFC. Furthermore, both men are set to make millions after the bout is over on Sunday morning.
Du Plessis is reportedly heading for a huge pay-out of over R50 million this weekend.
'In the upcoming clash against du Plessis, Chimaev could earn around $1.8 million if he wins, while 'Stilknox is expected to make close to $3 million again,' the report read on SportsKeeda .
This equotes to over R50 million (R53.2 million) up for grabs for du Plessis. Meanwhile, Chimaev could make over R30 million (R32 million) if he defeats du Plessis.
Here is what time Dricus du Plessis will defend his title against Khamzat.
* Please note: This is based of of SportsKeeda's report and has not been confirmed. Both fighters will receive pay-per-view and sponsorships pay-outs in addition to a 'base salary'.
As reported on The South African , Dricus has QUADRUPLED his income since in just three fights since becoming the UFC middleweight champion.
He reportedly made over R40 million when he successfully defended his title against Sean Strickland earlier in the year.
'He allegedly earned a base salary of $1.2 million, plus $400,000 in pay-per-view payouts and $42,000 in sponsorships, bringing his total earnings to $2.14 million (approximately R40 million),' according to Jacaranda .
So, if the above reports are true he could earn up to R20 million more than his previous pay-out after he conquered Strickland in their rematch earlier in the year.
His earnings continue to rapidly grow with every victory. This is because du Plessis reach is expanding and his value as a fighter continues to rise as maintains his Middleweight championship. Being champion means main-eventing pay-per-views. This, in turn means more views and more money for 'Stilknox'. Therefore, it pays to be champion.
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