Dana White Gifts Daniel Cormier $1 Million After Epic Jon Jones Fight

The world of MMA is filled with intense battles, incredible feats, and sometimes, unexpected rewards. A recent revelation by former UFC champion Daniel Cormier has left fans in awe and excitement. Cormier, renowned for his impressive career in mixed martial arts, shared a remarkable story about his first fight against Jon Jones.

In a candid discussion, Daniel Cormier recounted the financial aspects of his highly-anticipated bout with Jon Jones. Despite his best efforts, Cormier did not emerge victorious in the fight. However, he walked away with $80,000 for showing up and an additional $80,000 from sponsorships, totaling $160,000. While this might seem like a substantial amount to many, it didn't quite meet the expectations for such a high-profile match.

The real surprise came two days after the fight when UFC President Dana White made an unexpected call to Cormier. "Dana White called me up and said, 'Hey man, the numbers were out of this world. We're going to send you a million dollars,'" Cormier revealed. True to his word, Dana White ensured that Cormier received a check for a million dollars the very next day.

At the time, UFC was co-owned by Lorenzo Fert***a, who also played a significant role in ensuring fighters were adequately compensated. Cormier mentioned that even if a fighter's purse was $350,000, and they sold $300,000 worth of pay-per-views, Fert***a would make sure an additional $400,000 was added to guarantee a million-dollar payout for champions.

This gesture from Dana White and Lorenzo Fert***a highlights the commitment of UFC's leadership to reward their fighters, not just for their performance in the octagon but also for their ability to draw massive audiences. Such stories underscore why UFC remains a top-tier platform for mixed martial artists worldwide.

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