The fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, which will be held at Madison Square Garden in New York tonight from November 16 to 17 in France, promises to be one of the most lucrative in the history of the UFC.
Reigning heavyweight champion Jon Jones is set to earn a guaranteed $3 million. But that sum could climb much higher thanks to share points on pay-per-view (PPV) sales, according to estimates. If the event exceeds 800,000 sales, Jones could receive up to $12 million in total, an exceptional financial performance, surpassing his previous record of 3.54 million for his fight against our Frenchman Ciryl Gane, in March 2023.
Towards a record prize money for Jon Jones at UFC 309
For Stipe Miocic, former heavyweight champion, the base fee is estimated at $1 million. Thanks to the same bonuses linked to the PPV, his winnings could reach 3 million, a figure which would be a personal record. Miocic, who has not fought since 2021, sees this match as an opportunity to make history, both sportingly and financially. The former heavyweight champion had already pocketed 1.19 million during his clashes against Daniel Cormier and Francis Ngannou.
The rest of the card also offers substantial scholarships. Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler will each receive $500,000 guaranteed, with the possibility of reaching $1 million in the event of strong pay-per-view success. Total payouts for UFC 309 could exceed $10 million, according to projections, with the bulk going to Jones and Miocic. But beyond the numbers, this clash represents a generational and stylistic shock which could redefine the dynamics of the premier category.
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