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According to the splits, Usman will earn 5.6 million naira less than Leon Edwards.
Nigerian-American professional mixed martial artist Kamarudeen Usman is set to earn a massive amount for his return to the Octagon.
The 35-year-old Usman takes on English professional mixed martial artist Leon Edwards in the main event of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 286.
The UFC welterweight title will be at stake when both fighters take to the ring and they are set for massive compensation.
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Usman and Edwards purses for UFC 286
Some previously disclosed figures from UFC fighters take home have been analyzed to get an idea of what Edwards and Usman would earn at UFC 286.
Although the UFC does not give out the exact figures earned by the fighters a report by the Sports Daily interpreted an estimate for the fight in London based on well-detailed analysis.
The UFC has reportedly budgeted over $2.7 million in salaries, incentives, and bonuses for the massive card in London.
Edwards is expected to earn the most from all fighters with a guaranteed payout of $542,000 while Usman will take home less at $532,000.
A statement by sports daily about the fight said, "Leon Edwards has earnt his place at the top of the pay pyramid, for UFC 286.
The difference in their earnings for both fighters from the mega fight is not much in dollars.
It is estimated that Edwards will earn $10,000 more than Usman for the trilogy fight in London.
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The earning differ because of Edwards amazing head kick knockout comeback victory in the main event of the UFC 278 in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States back in August 2022.
The findings show that Usman will earn significantly less in naira than Edwards the reigning champion.
Usman and Edwards on Saturday, March 18, 2023, now battle for the third time in the headline event of UFC 286 scheduled for the 02 Arena in London, United Kingdom.
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