UFC President Dana White is launching a new boxing promotion called TKO Boxing, aiming to breathe new life into the sport. As speculation around potential fighters continues, details about the promotion’s pay structure have now been made public.
Fighter compensation has long been a hot topic in combat sports, and the UFC in particular often faces criticism for allegedly underpaying its athletes. With TKO Boxing now entering the scene, many are wondering whether White will break the mold or face similar scrutiny.
According to a report from Boxing Scene, TKO Boxing is promising its fighters consistent activity. Athletes will be offered bouts every five months, with the goal of securing four fights within the first year of their contract.
The pay scale is tiered according to fighter rankings:
- $20,000 for 10-round bouts between unranked fighters
- $50,000 for fighters ranked #5 to #10
- $125,000 for fighters ranked #3 or #4
- $375,000 for title challengers
- $750,000 for champions defending their title
This structure is designed to incentivize fighters to climb the rankings—not just for the prestige of holding a title, but also for the significantly higher payouts that come with it.
With TKO Boxing, Dana White hopes to reignite public interest in boxing and restore some of the excitement the sport has lost over the years. Whether this new venture will succeed remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the combat sports world is watching closely.
