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UFC Fighters Demand Fair Pay After Benn's £11M Deal

3/22/2026

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Summary

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Nathaniel Wood, a UFC fighter, defeated Losene Keita at UFC London.
Mason Jones, a UFC fighter, defeated Axel Sola at UFC London.
Despite their performances, Wood and Jones receive less media attention and pay than headliners.
Conor Benn secured an £11 million deal with Zuffa Boxing, intensifying pay discussions.
Wood said UFC fighters receive about 20% of revenue, versus 60% for boxers, and he hopes Benn's deal spurs change.

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Historical Context

In 2023, UFC fighters, including Nathaniel Wood, revealed a significant revenue disparity, with fighters earning only 20% of total revenue compared to boxers' 60%. This issue mirrors the 1990s when the WWF faced similar criticism over wrestler pay. The recent £11 million deal for Conor Benn with Zuffa Boxing highlights ongoing tensions regarding compensation, potentially prompting reforms in UFC pay structures.

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Story summary

Nathaniel Wood, a UFC fighter, defeated Losene Keita at UFC London.
Mason Jones, a UFC fighter, defeated Axel Sola at UFC London.
Despite their performances, Wood and Jones receive less media attention and pay than headliners.
Conor Benn secured an £11 million deal with Zuffa Boxing, intensifying pay discussions.
Wood said UFC fighters receive about 20% of revenue, versus 60% for boxers, and he hopes Benn's deal spurs change.

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