Jake Paul Claims Ronda Rousey Earns More Than Ilia Topuria for Upcoming Fights
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Key Points:
- Jake Paul claimed that Ronda Rousey is earning more for her upcoming fight against Gina Carano than UFC fighter Ilia Topuria, though exact pay figures remain undisclosed and unverified.
- Paul also asserted that the lowest-paid fighters on the Rousey vs. Carano Netflix card earn more than the average UFC fighter, highlighting his criticism of UFC's pay structure.
- Former UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal defended the UFC’s pay model for early-career fighters, emphasizing the need to earn progression before higher compensation, but agreed top-tier fighters deserve better pay.
- Paul argued that better pay for lower-tier fighters would improve talent development by allowing them to focus solely on training without needing secondary jobs.
- The Netflix event featuring Rousey vs. Carano is a critical test for Jake Paul and Most Valuable Promotion, potentially influencing future MMA fighters' decisions to join UFC or alternative promotions.