Matchroom Talent Agency

[Coco]

$50k

Thanks Coco

he wasn't being serious..

For the top ones

[johnmanchester]

Does anyone know what a top UFC fighter earns per fight?

Lol I wrote a paper on this for my MBA.

If you're a top top name - champion, or huge fan favourite who sells PPV units - then you get "points on the ppv".

Typically it's like $X over X units sold, 2% over X units sold etc.

I think it's 0% on the first 200k units or thereabouts.

Major names would be on about $4-5 per unit sold above 200. Lesser names might be on $1-2 per unit sold above 200.

McGregor was an outlier as he had such star power he was essentially able to negotiate almost boxing-style splits where he'd clear 30M from 2m+ units sold

Steep drop below that. Likes of GSP, Lesnar would be clearing a few mil for headlining their PPV.

Below them, where it's still ppv but the names don't have crossover casual fanbase recognition, they'd be pulling anything from $600k to $1.5m.

That last category is the bulk of UFC pay per views.

If you're a UFC champ but you don't have a wide casual general public fanbase like McGregor, you're a big name in a small pond and you'll be doing well to pull $2-3m at your absolute peak once base purse, bonuses and ppv points are factored in.

You're then going to see half of that go to taxes, trainers, management etc. Which obviously is the same for boxers, except they're playing with bigger numbers so still end up with a sizeable amount.

[SeanBrennan]

Does anyone know what a top UFC fighter earns per fight?

Lol I wrote a paper on this for my MBA.

If you're a top top name - champion, or huge fan favourite who sells PPV units - then you get "points on the ppv".

Typically it's like $X over X units sold, 2% over X units sold etc.

I think it's 0% on the first 200k units or thereabouts.

Major names would be on about $4-5 per unit sold above 200. Lesser names might be on $1-2 per unit sold above 200.

McGregor was an outlier as he had such star power he was essentially able to negotiate almost boxing-style splits where he'd clear 30M from 2m+ units sold

Steep drop below that. Likes of GSP, Lesnar would be clearing a few mil for headlining their PPV.

Below them, where it's still ppv but the names don't have crossover casual fanbase recognition, they'd be pulling anything from $600k to $1.5m.

That last category is the bulk of UFC pay per views.

If you're a UFC champ but you don't have a wide casual general public fanbase like McGregor, you're a big name in a small pond and you'll be doing well to pull $2-3m at your absolute peak once base purse, bonuses and ppv points are factored in.

You're then going to see half of that go to taxes, trainers, management etc. Which obviously is the same for boxers, except they're playing with bigger numbers so still end up with a sizeable amount.

thanks John this is really interesting, appreciate you taking the time to post it. That is such a good topic for an MBE thesis, is it published to read (I am a geek)?

[SeanBrennan]

$50k

Thanks Coco

he wasn't being serious..

hahahah Coco always talks sense so it went straight over my head!

[Ruthless-RKO]

Eddie Hearn signs England star Henry Pollock to talent agency

England and Northampton Saints rugby star Henry Pollock has signed with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Talent Agency.

Pollock, 21, is considered one of the biggest rising stars in rugby and will now be guided by boxing promoter Hearn.

Hearn formed Matchroom Talent Agency earlier this month and launched the new venture by announcing the signing of UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall.

Pollock, who also played for the British & Irish Lions last year, has become Hearn's second signing.

"I'm delighted to be joining forces with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Talent Agency alongside Stellar Rugby, at such an exciting stage in my career," Pollock said.

"Their experience and vision in the global sports market make them the perfect partners to help me grow both on and off the field, and I'm looking forward to what we can all achieve together."

Hearn, who has also guided the careers of boxing stars Anthony Joshua and Katie Taylor, praised Pollock's impact on rugby at such a young age.

"I watched this kid and I immediately thought: superstar," Hearn said.

"I honestly believe he can singlehandedly ignite this sport and I am delighted to welcome him to the Matchroom family.

"With Henry, alongside UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall, we are building a team of all stars -- and we have many more top names still to bring in as our new Matchroom Talent Agency makes huge strides forward."

[Bercli]

Can't see what Hearn can really do for him. Situation is quite simple , When and IF Aspinal gets over his injury and gets fully fit to fight , He;s contracted to Dana and the UFC , so in laymans terms he gets fit next month .. Dana offers him a fight , Eddie can sit at the table and announce i'm his new manager , So what ,

Aspinal is contracted to fight for Dana , in an interview he also stated in the contract there is a maximum he can and will be paid , Eddies says i'm his manager and we want more , Dana says fook off theres the contract and thats all your getting , Eddie says well he's not fighting for that Dana says , see ya , he's not fighting at all them you give him a job at matchroom sweeping up , cos he's not getting out of his contract and if he fights thats all he's getting ,

Eddies not stupid relizes this is how it could go , so sits in keeps his mouth shut and trys to get him sponsors and wait fo his contract to expire ,, jump forward a year or so his contract expires , he goes to sign another one and is offered the same one , Eddie says NO we want himto get boxers money , Dana simply says SEE YA , you run your own UFC show and pay him what the hell you like , but my contracted fighters are unavailable .

So really unless matchroom are starting matchroom UFC i can't see the point

I agree,not sure this a great career move for Aspinall

[coneye]

Can't see what Hearn can really do for him. Situation is quite simple , When and IF Aspinal gets over his injury and gets fully fit to fight , He;s contracted to Dana and the UFC , so in laymans terms he gets fit next month .. Dana offers him a fight , Eddie can sit at the table and announce i'm his new manager , So what ,

Aspinal is contracted to fight for Dana , in an interview he also stated in the contract there is a maximum he can and will be paid , Eddies says i'm his manager and we want more , Dana says fook off theres the contract and thats all your getting , Eddie says well he's not fighting for that Dana says , see ya , he's not fighting at all them you give him a job at matchroom sweeping up , cos he's not getting out of his contract and if he fights thats all he's getting ,

Eddies not stupid relizes this is how it could go , so sits in keeps his mouth shut and trys to get him sponsors and wait fo his contract to expire ,, jump forward a year or so his contract expires , he goes to sign another one and is offered the same one , Eddie says NO we want himto get boxers money , Dana simply says SEE YA , you run your own UFC show and pay him what the hell you like , but my contracted fighters are unavailable .

So really unless matchroom are starting matchroom UFC i can't see the point

I agree,not sure this a great career move for Aspinall

Hope for the fighters sake I'm wrong , because them UFC stars do seem to be ridiculously underpayed

[johnmanchester]

UFC channels its fighters to sign with 2-3 managers who are, imo, just cutouts for the UFC itself. Basically proxy ufc employees who are there to keep costs down.

Hearn could really fück with the UFC by aggressively pursuing the pool of fighters signed to even one of these managers.

He could also throw some money at it. Chump change by his standards. You've got fighters at ufc who are upper-card yet earning 40k a fight (USD!)

Sign a few guys to MTA, a few 25-30k usd signing bonuses for the early signings, you'll see a stampede.

[jamesmcdonnell]

Clever move from Eddie - he can become a major fly in the ointment to Dana.

[Bercli]

Can't see what Hearn can really do for him. Situation is quite simple , When and IF Aspinal gets over his injury and gets fully fit to fight , He;s contracted to Dana and the UFC , so in laymans terms he gets fit next month .. Dana offers him a fight , Eddie can sit at the table and announce i'm his new manager , So what ,

Aspinal is contracted to fight for Dana , in an interview he also stated in the contract there is a maximum he can and will be paid , Eddies says i'm his manager and we want more , Dana says fook off theres the contract and thats all your getting , Eddie says well he's not fighting for that Dana says , see ya , he's not fighting at all them you give him a job at matchroom sweeping up , cos he's not getting out of his contract and if he fights thats all he's getting ,

Eddies not stupid relizes this is how it could go , so sits in keeps his mouth shut and trys to get him sponsors and wait fo his contract to expire ,, jump forward a year or so his contract expires , he goes to sign another one and is offered the same one , Eddie says NO we want himto get boxers money , Dana simply says SEE YA , you run your own UFC show and pay him what the hell you like , but my contracted fighters are unavailable .

So really unless matchroom are starting matchroom UFC i can't see the point

I agree,not sure this a great career move for Aspinall

Hope for the fighters sake I'm wrong , because them UFC stars do seem to be ridiculously underpayed

From what I have read,I have to agree. Zuffa control their entire UFC business model from the fighters to the broadcast rights,so they control pretty much where every penny goes. Turki/Zuffa will do the same with boxing. They have negotiated broadcast deals,their own media magazine and their own titles. Boxing has been fu**d for years. As dysfunctional as it is has always survived. But this Zuffa business is a different level.

[Bercli]

UFC channels its fighters to sign with 2-3 managers who are, imo, just cutouts for the UFC itself. Basically proxy ufc employees who are there to keep costs down.

Hearn could really fück with the UFC by aggressively pursuing the pool of fighters signed to even one of these managers.

He could also throw some money at it. Chump change by his standards. You've got fighters at ufc who are upper-card yet earning 40k a fight (USD!)

Sign a few guys to MTA, a few 25-30k usd signing bonuses for the early signings, you'll see a stampede.

If Hearn starts silly money around to try and f**I the UFC/Zuffa,he won't stay in business very long. He would be playing right into Zuffa's hands if he does that

[johnmanchester]

UFC channels its fighters to sign with 2-3 managers who are, imo, just cutouts for the UFC itself. Basically proxy ufc employees who are there to keep costs down.

Hearn could really fück with the UFC by aggressively pursuing the pool of fighters signed to even one of these managers.

He could also throw some money at it. Chump change by his standards. You've got fighters at ufc who are upper-card yet earning 40k a fight (USD!)

Sign a few guys to MTA, a few 25-30k usd signing bonuses for the early signings, you'll see a stampede.

If Hearn starts silly money around to try and f**I the UFC/Zuffa,he won't stay in business very long. He would be playing right into Zuffa's hands if he does that

Read again what I wrote

I did not say "sign fighters to matchroom for silly money"

I said "pay some cash bonus signing fees for signing with Matchroom Talent Agency"

UFC fighters earn fück all. 40k is a massive windfall to 90%+ of them.

UFC basically owns the whole mma ecosystem. It buys up all the journeymen as well as the contenders and the champions.

The layer of actual world class genuine elite talent is thin. If they've got 600 fighters under contract, that's like ten champions and 30-50 genuine contenders / prospects.

So circa 10% of the roster is true elite, the rest is filler.

Hearn only has to sign a bunch of the 10% to Matchroom Talent Agency and he can make himself a real pain in the arse for the UFC.

If he spent 50pk-1m signing 10-15 guys, that's fück all to Matchroom but it would result in having the ability to be a thorn in the UFCs side and give him strategic leverage.

[Ruthless-RKO]

Eddie Hearn urges Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from 'disgusting' UFC contract


The Matchroom Boxing chief has an ultimatum for UFC supremo Dana White regarding UFC champion Tom Aspinall amid their ongoing bitter feud

Eddie Hearn has sensationally pleaded with Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from his UFC contract.

The Matchroom supremo and White have been at each other's throats these past few months, following the latter's foray into the sport with Zuffa Boxing promotions. Since the formation, Hearn has downplayed the impact of the promotion - despite White's aspiration to conquer boxing.

At one point, Hearn and White even talked about potentially fighting each other in the ring, but talks have since cooled down as of late. Back in February, Zuffa Boxing sent shockwaves around the sport after they signed Conor Benn from Matchroom. But Hearn would seemingly get his own back after he signed Aspinall for his new talent management agency.

The purpose of the move was to ensure that Aspinall gets the best possible outcome financially for his fights. In a recent interview, Hearn has once again thrown down the gauntlet with White, describing the heavyweight champion's UFC salary as 'disgusting.' The 46-year-old has even claimed he would be willing to back down from any legal action regarding Conor Benn signing in order for White to release Aspinall.

“One thing that’s actually stuck out with me from his comments is when Conor Benn signed with Zuffa, he said, ‘Eddie should want fighters do earn as much as possible,’” Hearn told iFL TV. “Right? Do you remember that? ‘He should be happy for Conor Benn, that he’s making more money. So I’ve been thinking about that line, and I think that I’ve got an idea. I would like Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from his UFC contract, and I will guarantee Dana White, in writing, that I will pay Tom Aspinall a minimum - probably five times more - but a minimum of three times more what Dana White is paying him.

"And I think for a hardworking, working class man that deserves every penny he can get because of what he puts his body through, and we’ve seen that recently, that Dana White should be happy for Tom Aspinall to receive that deal. So I would like to propose that.

“I would like to propose that Dana White should be happy for Tom Aspinall, who is extremely unhappy, and he should release him of his obligations with the UFC and allow him to go out and make considerably more for himself and his family because that’s what Dana White’s all about, isn’t it? He’d be happy for Tom. So that’s what I would like.”

He added: “I’ll trade that up. I’ll walk away from all their problems they’ve got on the Conor Benn legal situation if they release Tom Aspinall. And I will, in writing, it will be five or six times more money he’ll be making, but I will put in writing that Tom Aspinall will make a minimum of three times more than he will under his current contract. There you go. And then we can all celebrate a great athlete, a great fighter, and someone that deserves, like Dana said, to make as much money as he can from the sport.”

Aspinall has not fought since his ill-fated title defence against Ciryl Gane last October. The British star was poked in the eyes by the Frenchman and the fight was called off and deemed a no-contest. The Wigan scrapper has since undergone surgery on both eyes but has resumed training and hopes to fight before the end of 2026.

“I hope so, I hope so. I think so," he said when asked on The Ariel Helwani Show if he believes he will fight this year. “They’re giving me the indication that everything’s going in the right direction and improving fast. There was a time when things were all up in the air, because we had some complications with it, but everything now is moving good, and I’m feeling a lot better.

“And I can really see the difference in the way the vision is, because vision is something that you use obviously – every second of every day. I’m feeling really good about it at the moment.”

[Frostieballs]

Eddie Hearn urges Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from 'disgusting' UFC contract


The Matchroom Boxing chief has an ultimatum for UFC supremo Dana White regarding UFC champion Tom Aspinall amid their ongoing bitter feud

Eddie Hearn has sensationally pleaded with Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from his UFC contract.

The Matchroom supremo and White have been at each other's throats these past few months, following the latter's foray into the sport with Zuffa Boxing promotions. Since the formation, Hearn has downplayed the impact of the promotion - despite White's aspiration to conquer boxing.

At one point, Hearn and White even talked about potentially fighting each other in the ring, but talks have since cooled down as of late. Back in February, Zuffa Boxing sent shockwaves around the sport after they signed Conor Benn from Matchroom. But Hearn would seemingly get his own back after he signed Aspinall for his new talent management agency.

The purpose of the move was to ensure that Aspinall gets the best possible outcome financially for his fights. In a recent interview, Hearn has once again thrown down the gauntlet with White, describing the heavyweight champion's UFC salary as 'disgusting.' The 46-year-old has even claimed he would be willing to back down from any legal action regarding Conor Benn signing in order for White to release Aspinall.

“One thing that’s actually stuck out with me from his comments is when Conor Benn signed with Zuffa, he said, ‘Eddie should want fighters do earn as much as possible,’” Hearn told iFL TV. “Right? Do you remember that? ‘He should be happy for Conor Benn, that he’s making more money. So I’ve been thinking about that line, and I think that I’ve got an idea. I would like Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from his UFC contract, and I will guarantee Dana White, in writing, that I will pay Tom Aspinall a minimum - probably five times more - but a minimum of three times more what Dana White is paying him.

"And I think for a hardworking, working class man that deserves every penny he can get because of what he puts his body through, and we’ve seen that recently, that Dana White should be happy for Tom Aspinall to receive that deal. So I would like to propose that.

“I would like to propose that Dana White should be happy for Tom Aspinall, who is extremely unhappy, and he should release him of his obligations with the UFC and allow him to go out and make considerably more for himself and his family because that’s what Dana White’s all about, isn’t it? He’d be happy for Tom. So that’s what I would like.”

He added: “I’ll trade that up. I’ll walk away from all their problems they’ve got on the Conor Benn legal situation if they release Tom Aspinall. And I will, in writing, it will be five or six times more money he’ll be making, but I will put in writing that Tom Aspinall will make a minimum of three times more than he will under his current contract. There you go. And then we can all celebrate a great athlete, a great fighter, and someone that deserves, like Dana said, to make as much money as he can from the sport.”

Aspinall has not fought since his ill-fated title defence against Ciryl Gane last October. The British star was poked in the eyes by the Frenchman and the fight was called off and deemed a no-contest. The Wigan scrapper has since undergone surgery on both eyes but has resumed training and hopes to fight before the end of 2026.

“I hope so, I hope so. I think so," he said when asked on The Ariel Helwani Show if he believes he will fight this year. “They’re giving me the indication that everything’s going in the right direction and improving fast. There was a time when things were all up in the air, because we had some complications with it, but everything now is moving good, and I’m feeling a lot better.

“And I can really see the difference in the way the vision is, because vision is something that you use obviously – every second of every day. I’m feeling really good about it at the moment.”

How is that going to work?

Eddie going to start promoting MMA shows? Unless Aspinal plans to box?

[margaret thatcher]

i thought this was supposed to be some big power gotcha move by ed, sounds like hes begging

[Ruthless-RKO]

[Ruthless-RKO]

Hearn adds second UFC star, Ian Machado Garry, to Matchroom agency

Eddie Hearn has added another notable UFC fighter to the nascent Matchroom Talent Agency stable by signing welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry, it was announced on Wednesday.

The timing of maximizing his marketing might couldn't come at a better time for Garry, who's preparing to challenge for the UFC's 170-pound title against Islam Makhachev on August 15 to headline UFC 330 in Philadelphia.

Garry (17-1), a 28-year-old from Ireland, has emerged as a polarizing figure who's either loved or loathed since joining the UFC in 2021. Garry is 10-1 in the promotion and holds wins over Belal Muhammad, Carlos Prates, Michael Page and others.

“I have a lot of respect for Matchroom," Garry said in a statement. "Signing with their talent agency isn’t just a step outside of the octagon, it’s an extension of the same mission: be undeniable everywhere. This is about building a legacy — and this is just the beginning.

“Matchroom was built by a family that turned a vision into an empire, and that’s exactly the kind of legacy I love. My team is my family too; it’s how I operate, it’s how I win. Together we can continue to be disruptive and change the game.”

The signing also marks the second UFC star Hearn has plucked for his agency.

In March, amidst a back-and-forth battle with UFC head Dana White, Hearn sent shockwaves in the combat sports space by signing UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall to his agency.

The marketing agency wars continued last week when Anthony Joshua, promoted by Hearn since turning pro in 2012, signed a commercial deal with CAA, a talent and sports agency with close ties to TKO Group.

“Since signing UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, we have been inundated with MMA athletes asking us to represent them," Heard said in a statement. "But we handpicked Ian because he was someone who we really wanted to work with – and someone we truly believe in.

“He is a phenomenal talent. He is one of the most charismatic and skilful fighters in the sport today. And on August 15, he will win the UFC welterweight championship. Beating Islam Makhachev will give Ian that superstar status he deserves and will make him one of the key figures in MMA."

Hearn has been vocal in recent months, speaking against Aspinall's current contractual situation with the UFC, and it remains to be seen what stance he takes with Garry.

"I'm not going to let Tom Aspinall fight for the kind of money that's in his contract," Hearn said. "To be involved in a fight against [Alex] Pereira or [Ciryl] Gane for literally 1/50th of the revenue of that show, f—k that. I won't let him do it. It's time those UFC fighters stop being mugs and start to understand that these people are taking advantage of them. They deserve better.

"My advice to Tom Aspinall will be, 'Don't you dare take that fight for the money that's in your contract.'

"I would like to propose that Dana White should be happy for Tom Aspinall, who is extremely unhappy, and he should release him of his obligations with the UFC.

"And he should allow him to go out and make considerably more for himself and his family because that's what Dana White's all about, isn't it? He'd be happy for Tom. So that's what I would like."

[Ruthless-RKO]

Eddie Hearn shocked after learning Sean O’Malley’s purse for UFC White House fight

Sean O'Malley didn't take home as much money as you might think for his viral knockout victory at UFC Freedom 250.

Despite scoring a remarkable walk-off salute KO over Aiemann Zahabi on the South Lawn of the White House, the former UFC bantamweight king missed out on a $425,000 Performance of the Night Bonus.

According to O'Malley, that left him with a total purse of just under $600,000.

“It definitely sucks,” O’Malley said of his payout on the 'One Night with Steiny' podcast.

Eddie Hearn, who has been very vocal about UFC fighter pay as of late, was left shocked when he heard how much O'Malley had earned.

The Matchroom Boxing boss has been embroiled in a bitter feud with Dana White ever since the UFC mogul crossed over into his world with Zuffa Boxing late last year.

And he didn't pass up the opportunity to sound off on what he views as a widespread 'oppression' of UFC athletes by MMA's premier promotion.

Eddie Hearn goes off on UFC fighter pay

Speaking during a recent appearance on the Ariel Helwani Show, he said: "I saw the Sean O'Malley stuff yesterday, you have literally got guys who are making more for an eight-round [boxing] fight against a guy I would beat than Sean O'Malley at the White House.

"It just doesn't make sense. Those guys need to stop being oppressed.

"I'm just shocked by the mindset of 'Oh well, there is nothing else we can do, it is what it is, if we don't do it, we are going to get benched'.

"The guy is a superstar, he's just been made to feel like [he isn't]...

"You've just fought at the White House in an incredible fight.

"You're putting your health on the line, you're the talent, you're the reason this organisation is what it is.

"I see it more and more across the UFC and the White House event. Why aren't those guys there?

"The reason those guys aren't there is that they don't want them to feel like they have value.

"The likes of Sean O'Malley could walk around New York City and get mobbed...

"You need to grow some balls and start fighting for what's right for you."

Hearn has signed both UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and welterweight contender Ian Garry to his Matchroom Talent Agency in recent months.

His deal with Garry is strictly commercial, while he has more of a hand in Aspinall's career.

Hearn has repeatedly expressed his displeasure with how much Aspinall is earning with the UFC, and even urged White to release the Mancunian from his contract.