Which Fighters Took Home A Bonus At UFC Vegas 96?
It’s often the events that fly under the radar that end up leaving a mark on history, and that’s exactly what happened at UFC Vegas 96. Despite not having the biggest hype, the card delivered with five impressive finishes and a main event that was nothing short of brutal. Jared Cannonier and Caio Borralho gave it their all in a fight featuring a dramatic punch with blood spreading like a movie scene. With so many impressive performances, fans are curious about who took home the bonuses. Let’s find out.
The main event for the bonuses was a middleweight fight between the ex-title challenger, and the Brazilian snagged the Fight of the Night award. For those who missed it, Borralho dominated, and Cannonier ultimately won by a unanimous decision. Thanks to the work both have put in, both fighters are going home happily with an additional $50,000 in their pockets.
Apart from them, the veterans Gerald Meerschaert and Michael Morales earned the $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses. Talking about Meerschaert, he faced Endmen Shahbazyan and made a stunning comeback in the second round, winning with an arm triangle submission.
This wasn’t just another win, but it gave him the 12th finish of his career in the 185-pound division, breaking Anderson Silva’s record. Meanwhile, Morales earned a first-round TKO against Neil Magny, which was so brutal that even Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad were in awe of it.
UFC Vegas 96: How Much Money Did Caio Borralho Earn For Defeating Jared Cannonier?
Apart from the bonuses, Caio Borralho, who won against ex-title challengers, continued his impressive performance in the UFC, with only one loss and a strong winning streak. While he made over $100,000 in previous fights, he has reportedly earned between $100,000 and $150,000 at UFC Vegas 96 against Jared Cannonier.
Meanwhile, Cannonier, whose pay typically ranges from $200,000 to $400,000. Despite the loss at UFC Vegas 96, Cannonier reportedly earned up to $300,000. Meanwhile, after this win, Borralho seems like an unstoppable force and seems ready for the title.
Which Fighters Took Home A Bonus At UFC Vegas 96?
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